Fill Dirt in Paris, TX

Delivered fill dirt in the Paris, TX area typically runs about $10 to $25 per ton, depending on material quality, hauling distance, and truckload size. Prices vary by supplier and season; use Hello Gravel to get an exact, up-to-date quote for your zip code and order size.

Hello Gravel connects you with local suppliers and haulers serving Paris and nearby towns (Sherman, Bonham, Denison, and parts of Lamar County). Typical minimums are our platform minimum of 3 tons, while many local suppliers require one truckload (about 8 to 16 tons) for direct deliveries—check available suppliers and minimums during checkout for exact options.

For building pads and structural backfill, place fill dirt in 6-inch lifts and compact each lift to a contractor-specified density (often 90-95% of standard Proctor). For driveways, use 6-8 inches of compacted fill dirt only as a subgrade, then add a 4-6 inch crushed stone or road base surface; full structural compaction testing is recommended for foundations and slabs.

West Texas clay soils expand and shrink with wetting and drying, so poorly drained or uncompacted fill is prone to settlement and cracking after summer storms or dry heat. Heavy summer rains can erode loose fills and cause uneven settling, while occasional freezes can cause minor heaving in saturated soils. Good grading, compaction, positive drainage, and using proper subbase materials will reduce these problems.

Permit and HOA rules vary: Paris city limits and Lamar County may require permits for driveways, grading, or major changes to drainage, and many HOAs have rules on visible grading or fill. Contact the Paris Building Department or Lamar County Permit Office and check your HOA covenants before you order; Hello Gravel can help by noting project details when you request a quote.

Standard delivery through Hello Gravel is commonly free or included in the listed price for many zip codes, but next-day delivery or long hauls may add fees. Tailgate spreading is sometimes available at the driver's discretion with no guarantee; hiring a local contractor for spreading and grading typically runs $50 to $150 per hour for an operator, or $200 to $800 for a small job depending on area and equipment used—get local labor quotes for accurate pricing.

Fill dirt densities vary, but a practical range for most Texas fill dirt mixes is about 1.2 to 1.6 tons per cubic yard loose. Compacted fill will weigh more per cubic yard, so use 1.3 to 1.7 tons/yd3 for compacted estimates and use Hello Gravel’s material calculator or request a supplier density for exact conversions.

Fill dirt is fine for raising grade or backfill but is not a durable wearing surface for driveways. For driveways or low-traffic pads in Paris, use crusher run or road base on top of compacted fill: they provide better drainage, interlock under load, and last longer. Expect crushed stone/road base to cost more per ton (commonly $20 to $45/ton locally) but perform better long term than fill dirt (commonly $10 to $25/ton).

Yes. 'Fill dirt' can include native soils, clay, or material with organic matter; organic-rich fill can settle and decay, causing long-term settlement. If you need fill under foundations, slabs, or near utilities, ask suppliers for 'clean fill' and consider testing or specifying structural backfill; Hello Gravel can note special material requests on your order.

Start by entering your zip code on Hello Gravel to check availability and get a quote—minimum order is 3 tons. In Order Notes include delivery location details (driveway approach, gate width, drop location), desired delivery date, any spreading requests, and whether you need 'clean fill' so suppliers and drivers can prepare; contact our team at 855-241-8884 if you need help calculating quantities or arranging service.