Fill Dirt in Memorial, TX

Prices for fill-dirt in Memorial, TX vary by supplier and material quality, but you can expect a typical local range for ordinary fill-dirt. Exact pricing, delivery fees, and any spreading options are shown when you request a quote on our site—Hello Gravel requires a minimum order and can schedule delivery (standard 2+ business days or next-day before noon CST). Drivers may be able to do tailgate spreading at their discretion; spreading is not guaranteed and may incur an extra fee if offered by the hauler.

A dump-truck load price depends on how many cubic yards you need (a typical tri-axle truck carries about 10-14 cubic yards loose). Hello Gravel quotes will show whether delivery is included for your zip code—many areas include delivery but some have additional fees. Tipping (offloading) at the delivery site is part of the truck service; ask for details in your quote and add Order Notes if you want the driver to attempt tailgate spreading.

Fill-dirt is usually cheaper per yard than gravel because it contains fines and less rock, so it is fine for raising grade and backfill. For a driveway base you should use gravel or crushed stone because they drain and compact better; Memorial and greater Houston soils have clay and can hold moisture, so a granular, well-draining base is recommended for long-term stability. If you need both, order fill-dirt for grade changes and gravel for any structural base or driveway surface.

You can place fill-dirt directly on native soil for non-structural fills, but for best results place and compact it in lifts (6-12 inches) to reduce future settling. Landscape fabric is not a substitute for proper compaction; it can help with weed control but does not improve bearing capacity. Hello Gravel coordinates delivery only; we do not provide full installation services, though drivers may perform tailgate spreading at their discretion—hire a local contractor if you need professional grading and compaction.

Fill-dirt typically lacks organic matter and nutrients, so it is not a good planting medium on its own for ground covers. For successful drought-tolerant or shade plants, add a 3-6 inch layer of quality topsoil or amended soil on top of the fill-dirt to support root growth and water retention. Hello Gravel can deliver both fill-dirt and topsoil in separate loads to meet planting needs.

Fill-dirt is not a recommended material for paver bases or playground surfacing because it contains fines and organic matter that compress and settle. For pavers use a compacted granular base (crushed stone or 3/4" minus) plus joint sand or polymeric sand for joints; for playgrounds use engineered play surfacing or washed play sand. Hello Gravel can deliver the correct sand and aggregate materials by the yard so you get the appropriate product for those uses.

Fill-dirt should not be used like concrete or as a structural pad; it will rut and shift, especially in Memorial where clay content and wet seasons can cause movement. For temporary or low-cost pads use compacted crushed rock, recycled concrete base, or proper base mixes that provide strength and drainage. Hello Gravel can supply these aggregate base materials by the yard or truckload—ask for recommendations for Memorial-area conditions.

For concrete subbases you generally need granular, well-draining material rather than standard fill-dirt; if fill-dirt is used it must be clean (free of organics) and mechanically compacted to engineering specs. For general landscaping and raising grades, ordinary fill-dirt is commonly used. Hello Gravel can supply fill-dirt by the cubic yard or by truckload; specify whether you need 'clean/structural fill' or general fill in the order notes so we source the right material locally.

Topsoil typically costs more than fill-dirt because it contains organic matter and is screened for planting—exact amounts vary by supplier and availability in Memorial. Hello Gravel offers bulk pricing and contractor rates for larger projects; request a quote on our site and enter your project size to see any volume discounts. Remember our minimum order is 3 tons, and regional sourcing means material and price can change by neighborhood.

If your delivery doesn't match expectations, contact Hello Gravel customer service as soon as possible and include photos and delivery details so we can investigate. We will coordinate with the supplier and hauler to resolve the issue according to our policies; keep in mind that natural materials vary regionally, and resolution depends on the specific situation and timing of your report. Refer to our refund policy for details and next steps.

A typical tri-axle dump truck used in the Houston/Memorial area carries roughly 10-14 cubic yards loose. Weight depends on moisture and soil type: one cubic yard of fill-dirt commonly weighs about 1.1 to 1.3 tons, so a full tri-axle load will usually be in the neighborhood of 11 to 18 tons. If you need exact numbers for permits or site limits, tell us your delivery address and we can confirm typical truck size and expected tonnage for your order.