Fill Dirt in Charlotte, VT

Typical delivered prices for fill dirt in Charlotte, VT are roughly $15 to $35 per cubic yard, depending on supplier, hauling distance, moisture content, and season. Minimum order amounts and delivery fees can change the per-yard cost, and our minimum order is 3 tons. For an exact price, enter your zip code or request a quote through our site.

A typical tri-axle dump truck used in West Vermont carries about 10 to 14 cubic yards of fill dirt; larger end-dumps can carry 15 to 20 cubic yards. At common delivered rates of $15 to $35 per cubic yard, a 12-yard truckload will usually cost about $180 to $420 for materials (delivery and fees extra). Your final truckload price depends on local supplier rates and the delivery distance to Charlotte.

For a 12-cubic-yard truck (about 324 cubic feet): at 4 inches depth it will cover roughly 972 square feet, at 6 inches about 648 square feet, and at 8 inches about 486 square feet. Adjust the numbers up or down for larger or smaller truckloads. Always allow extra for compaction and grading when planning coverage.

For most jobs in Charlotte, ordering by the yard or by truckload is the most cost-effective option; bulk delivery reduces per-unit hauling and packaging costs. Fifty-pound bags are convenient for small patch jobs but become much more expensive and labor-intensive for anything over a few cubic yards. Check our minimum order (3 tons) and compare quotes for truckload vs multiple small orders before deciding.

Homeowners can place fill dirt themselves for small, shallow projects, but proper compaction and drainage are critical—especially in Vermont where frost heave is a concern. For larger fills, driveways, or areas that need mechanical compaction, we recommend hiring a local contractor who has compactors and experience with frost-susceptible sites. If you DIY, rent a plate compactor, add material in thin lifts, and check local building or town permit requirements.

A 20x20 driveway is 400 square feet. For a 6-inch fill-dirt base you need about 7.4 cubic yards; at $15 to $35/yd that base material would cost about $110 to $260. Add roughly 3 to 4 cubic yards of gravel for the top (about $120 to $240 at typical crushed stone prices) plus delivery and any compaction/installation labor, so expect total material costs roughly $260 to $550 before delivery and contractor fees.

No, 2 inches of gravel over fill dirt is generally not enough in Vermont. Driveways usually need a compacted subbase (often 8 to 12 inches of suitable material or well-compacted fill) and a gravel wearing layer of at least 3 to 4 inches; deeper bases and good drainage reduce frost heave and rutting. Talk to a local contractor for recommendations tailored to Charlotte’s soils and frost depth.

You first need the driveway width to calculate area (for example, 100 ft long × 10 ft wide = 1,000 sq ft). At 4 inches depth that equals about 12.35 cubic yards; one cubic yard is roughly 40 to 48 50-lb bags, so you would need about 495 to 593 bags. Buying by the bag will be significantly more expensive than bulk delivery—expect several times the per-yard cost—so bulk delivery is usually better for a full driveway.

Yes, Hello Gravel connects you with local suppliers that commonly offer fill dirt, pea gravel, crushed stone, and other aggregates by the yard. Fill dirt is usually the least expensive, pea gravel and washed stone are mid-range, and crushed stone or washed base materials tend to be pricier. Because we source regionally, exact prices and material composition vary by supplier and proximity to Charlotte—enter your zip code to compare delivered quotes.

Typical per-square-foot material cost in Charlotte depends on depth: at common delivered rates ($15 to $35/yd), expect roughly $0.15 to $0.60 per sq ft for 2 to 6 inches of fill dirt. Delivery fees depend on distance from the supplier and truck accessibility; Hello Gravel offers free delivery in many areas but fees may apply for longer hauls or next-day service. Our minimum order is 3 tons; for an exact estimate use the material calculator or request a quote with your zip code and project specs.