Fill Dirt in Palm Heights, TX

Prices for delivered fill-dirt in Palm Heights vary by supplier, volume, and hauling distance, but expect a typical range of about $12 to $45 per cubic yard delivered. Exact price depends on local availability, moisture content, and truck access; use Hello Gravel’s zip-code quote tool or call our team for an exact, up-to-date price.

Use fill-dirt to raise grades, fill low spots, and build up soil before landscaping—it's not a good wearing surface for driveways. For leveling yards order 'fill-dirt' or 'clean fill'; for a driveway order base materials such as crushed stone or crusher run, which compact to a stable surface.

A typical local tri-axle dump truck carries about 10 to 14 cubic yards loose. For fill-dirt that usually equals roughly 8 to 16 tons per load depending on moisture and material density; check your Hello Gravel quote for exact tons per load. To estimate loads: calculate required cubic yards, then divide by the truck capacity (example: a 700 sq ft area raised 3 inches needs about 6.5 cu yd, or roughly one half to one truckload).

For pure mass fill and raising grades, fill-dirt is generally cheaper per cubic yard than gravel because it is less processed. However, gravel may cost more but can reduce grading and compaction costs if you need a finished, stable surface; factor in compaction and any surface prep when comparing total installed cost.

No. Native fill-dirt does not harden like concrete. If you need a hard, trafficable surface in Palm Heights, use crushed rock, crusher run, or concrete; some contractors offer soil-stabilization methods (lime/cement) but that is a different product and process than standard fill-dirt.

'Poor man's concrete' usually means mixing gravel or dirt with cement to stiffen a surface. For structural or long-term surfaces it is risky—fill-dirt often contains fines and organics that prevent a reliable bond with cement. For small, temporary patch work it can sometimes work, but for driveways, slabs, or structural work you should use proper concrete or engineered base materials.

A 50 lb bag is about 0.6 cubic feet (roughly 0.02 cubic yards), so it covers a very small area—useful for tiny patches only. For most yard, grading, or landscaping jobs in Palm Heights you’ll save time and money ordering bulk by the cubic yard (minimum orders start at 3 tons) rather than buying dozens of bags.

Hello Gravel’s drivers may offer limited tailgate spreading at their discretion; spreading and compaction are not guaranteed as part of delivery. Full spreading and compaction are typically done by local contractors; rates vary but expect machine rental or contractor fees (for a walk-behind plate or small roller rental $150–$400/day, contractor labor may be $50–$120/hour depending on scope).

Minimum orders start at 3 tons through Hello Gravel. Standard delivery lead time is 2+ business days, with a next-day option for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee; delivery fees vary by zip code—some areas have free delivery while remote or difficult-access jobs may incur extra charges. Exact fees and windows appear in your checkout quote.

Step 1: calculate volume (area x desired depth) and convert to cubic yards (area in sq ft x depth in ft / 27). Step 2: get a Hello Gravel quote for cubic yards or tons including delivery. Step 3: add costs for spreading and compaction (equipment rental or contractor rates) and any labor. Always add 5–15% extra for waste and settling, and call our team to review your measurements for a more accurate quote.