Fill-dirt in Richmond, VA

Local prices vary by supplier, season, and how far the truck must travel, but expect delivered fill dirt in Richmond to commonly run about $20 to $50 per cubic yard. A 10-yard load is often in the $200 to $500 range, and a standard tri-axle dump truck load (roughly 10–14 cubic yards) commonly falls between $240 and $700. For an exact price for your address, check availability and get a quote on our site because local material type and delivery logistics drive the final cost.

Use this simple formula: cubic yards = (square feet x depth in inches) / 324. For example, to raise 100 sq ft by 2u0022 you need about 0.62 cubic yards, by 3u0022 about 0.93 cubic yards, and by 6u0022 about 1.85 cubic yards. When ordering, add about 5–10% extra for settling and compaction and keep Hello Gravel minimums (3 tons) and typical delivery load sizes in mind.

For small patch jobs, calculate your needed cubic yards then round up to match local truck load sizes; many Richmond deliveries are tri-axle trucks carrying about 10–14 cubic yards. Hello Gravel lists a 3-ton minimum, so very small needs may still require ordering the minimum or combining orders with neighbors. If you have tight access or need less than a truckload, request a quote and note access constraints; we can often match a supplier or suggest a smaller delivery option if available.

Choose fill dirt when your main goal is raising grade, backfilling, or creating a planting/laying bed under topsoil or turf. Use gravel or crushed stone when you need drainage, a stable base for a driveway, or a wear surface — crushed stone provides drainage and interlock that fill dirt can not. In Richmond’s clay-prone soils it is common to use fill dirt to adjust grade and then a compacted gravel base for driveways; always consider drainage and local soil behavior before finalizing materials.

Yes — fill dirt must be compacted in layers (lifts) to avoid excessive settling later. Compact in 4–6 inch lifts with a plate compactor or roller, and plan for moisture conditioning if the native soils are very dry or very wet; Richmond’s clay content can make compaction trickier. For structural fills near foundations, retaining walls, or driveways, consider hiring a contractor and asking about engineered fill and compaction testing.

No two loads will be exactly the same because Hello Gravel sources materials locally and Richmond’s geology causes natural color and texture variation. Expect variations in color, clay content, and stone inclusions depending on the supplier and your neighborhood geology. You can add color or texture preferences in the Order Notes, and contact our team if material appearance is a critical factor for your project.

Standard delivery is 2+ business days, and next-day delivery is often available for orders placed before noon CST with an extra fee; confirm timing at checkout. Deliveries use contracted dump truck fleets (typically tri-axle), so provide clear access instructions, remove obstacles, and note overhead wires or narrow driveways in Order Notes. Tailgate spreading may be possible at the driver’s discretion but is not guaranteed, and additional spreading services may not be offered depending on the supplier.

For small landscaping amounts you usually do not need a permit, but any change that affects drainage, stormwater, or raises grade significantly near property lines or public right-of-way may require review or permits from the City of Richmond or the county (if you are in Henrico, Chesterfield, etc.). Check your local building and stormwater offices before placing large orders to avoid fines or having to remove material later. If you are unsure, contact Hello Gravel or your local permitting office for guidance.

A cubic yard of fill dirt typically weighs about 2,000 to 2,700 pounds (roughly 1 to 1.35 tons), depending on moisture and composition. Weight matters because truck capacity and local minimums are often set in tons and because heavy, wet soils can increase delivery cost. We recommend ordering by cubic yards for project planning and confirming any ton-based minimums or limits with Hello Gravel during checkout.

Contact our team as soon as possible if you need to modify or cancel an order; changes are easier before the order is processed or dispatched. We will do our best to accommodate requests, but modifications are not guaranteed once the supplier and truck are scheduled. For fastest service call 855-241-8884 or text 844-407-3734 and reference your order number.