Fill Dirt in Haltom City, TX

Delivered fill dirt prices in Haltom City commonly range, depending on source and moisture, from about $10 to $30 per ton (roughly $12 to $40 per cubic yard). Prices vary with local availability, haul distance, and whether material is screened or contains clay, so use Hello Gravel's quote tool or request a delivered price for your zip code.

Hello Gravel's minimum order is 3 tons; most local suppliers deliver by tri-axle dump truck (common for residential jobs). Smaller or closer loads usually have no extra fee, but longer hauls, tight access, or next-day requests can add a trucking or fuel surcharge typically ranging from about $50 to $200; large jobs may use semi trailers with lower per-ton haul costs.

For structural work in clay-prone Haltom City, use clean, non-organic fill with a maximum rock size under 3 inches and limited organics; engineered or structural fill is preferred. Compact in 6u0022 to 8u0022 lifts to at least 90% to 95% of Standard Proctor (ASTM D698) or to project-engineer specs, and have critical pads tested if building a home or garage.

One cubic yard fills 324 square feet at 1 inch depth, so calculate volume as (area in sqft * depth in inches) / 324. Typical fill dirt weighs about 1.2 to 1.5 tons per cubic yard, so multiply cubic yards by that density to get tons; for example, a 200 sqft driveway at 6u0022 needs about 3.7 yd3 or roughly 4.5 to 5.5 tons.

Small residential deliveries and minor yard leveling usually do not require city permits, but large grading projects, changes to drainage, retaining walls, or work that alters runoff often do. Contact Haltom City Development Services (or Tarrant County for unincorporated areas) before major fills to confirm permit thresholds, erosion controls, and inspection requirements.

Hello Gravel connects you to local suppliers and haulers in the Haltom City area who deliver bulk fill dirt, and we can recommend local landscapers or earthwork contractors for installation. For installation work, ask contractors for references, proof of insurance, and compaction testing for larger pads to ensure compliance with local building needs.

In Haltom City’s hot summers, heavy summer rains, and occasional freezes, bare fill dirt compacts well but can retain water and swell if it has a high clay content, which risks settling or heaving. Crusher run provides a more stable, well-draining base for driveways, while decomposed granite is better for walking paths and aesthetics but not as good for structural base work.

If properly compacted and capped with a finished surface (gravel, pavers, or pavement), a fill-dirt base can last for many years with routine maintenance; uncovered fill used for yard leveling will settle and typically requires top-ups and regrading over the first 1 to 3 seasons. Expect occasional touch-ups after heavy rains and plan for vegetation or edging to prevent erosion.

For a small residential driveway or shed pad, contractor pricing to prepare and compact a base typically ranges from a few hundred to about $1,200 depending on scope, access, and testing needs; do-it-yourself rental options (plate compactor or small roller) often run $70 to $400 per day for equipment. Compaction itself can be done in a day or two for typical projects, but drying, testing, and additional lifts can extend the schedule.

Use fill dirt when you need inexpensive bulk elevation or to bring grade up, but expect poorer drainage and possible shrink-swell if the soil is clay-rich. Crushed limestone or crusher run is usually the best choice for driveway bases because it compacts to a firm, draining surface, while sand drains well but does not provide a strong compacted base for vehicular loads; often a combination—fill for bulk, crusher run as a cap—is the most cost-effective approach.

Order online through Hello Gravel by entering your zip code, choosing 'Fill Dirt', entering quantities, and selecting a delivery date; minimum order is 3 tons and standard delivery is 2+ business days with a next-day option for orders placed before noon CST (additional fee may apply). You can add notes for delivery location and request tailgate spreading at checkout, but spreading is performed at the driver’s discretion and is not guaranteed.