Fill-dirt in Progreso Lakes, TX

Typical delivered price for bulk fill-dirt in the Progreso Lakes area usually ranges from about $12 to $35 per ton, depending on supplier, distance, and seasonal demand. Hello Gravel minimum order is 3 tons; final cost and any delivery fee are shown at checkout when you enter your zip code and delivery date.

Progreso Lakes is in a hot, semi-arid part of West Texas where heavy clay pockets and seasonal rain can influence settlement and drainage. Fill-dirt left uncompacted or mixed with native clay may shrink, expand, or hold water, so good compaction and drainage planning are important for long-term performance.

For estimating in Progreso Lakes use a working range of about 1.2 to 1.6 tons per cubic yard for loose fill-dirt; compacted in place it can increase to about 1.4 to 1.8 tons per cubic yard. If you need precise structural quantities, ask your supplier for their material density or have a soils engineer specify a compaction factor.

Plan to order 10% to 25% extra material to allow for compaction and initial settling, with typical homeowner projects using about 15% extra. For engineered fills or under-slab work, contractors and engineers commonly request 20% or more and a compaction spec to avoid under-ordering.

Deliveries to Progreso Lakes are typically handled by tri-axle dump trucks from local suppliers and haulers; most suppliers serve a 30 to 75 mile radius from the supplier yard. Hello Gravel shows available suppliers and delivery timing for your zip code at checkout and offers standard delivery in 2+ business days, with a next-day option when available for an extra fee.

There are local aggregate yards, construction soil suppliers, and hauled-fill contractors serving the Rio Grande Valley region; Hello Gravel connects you with trusted local suppliers in your area so you can compare price and delivery windows. Choose a hauler based on their equipment (tri-axle for most residential drops), reviews, and whether they can deliver on the access conditions of your property.

Labor and equipment costs vary, but small residential jobs often run from a few hundred dollars for basic spreading up to $500-$1,500 for more involved grading and compaction; heavy equipment rates (bobcat/backhoe) are commonly $100-$200 per hour. If you need a roller or professional compaction to meet an engineer's spec, expect higher machine or contractor charges and get multiple local quotes before scheduling delivery.

For raising ground or non-structural yard fill, typical fill-dirt (clean, low-organic subsoil) is acceptable. For driveways and under-slab use, use the fill as a base but top or replace the final wearing or structural layer with crusher-run/road base or engineered granular fill per your engineer's specification—native fill-dirt alone is usually not recommended as the finished surface under vehicles or slabs.

Initial settlement in West Texas can happen quickly after compaction and rainfall, but long-term consolidation can take months to a year depending on depth and soil type. For small grade work you can often proceed after proper compaction testing or contractor sign-off, but for foundations or slabs follow an engineer's timeline and compaction testing to be safe.

Possibly—many cities and counties require permits for significant grading or changes that affect drainage, and HOAs often have rules about exterior grade changes or truck deliveries. Before ordering, check with the City of Progreso Lakes, Hidalgo County, and your HOA to confirm permit and setback rules and to avoid fines or rework.

Fill-dirt is the most cost-effective choice for raising grade and bulk fills but provides poor drainage and lower bearing capacity than crushed stone or crusher-run. For driveways, pads, and under-slab support, crusher-run or engineered granular material costs more but performs better long term; many homeowners use fill-dirt for bulk lift and then cap with crusher-run for strength and drainage.