Fill-dirt in Kenmore, WA

Material prices for fill-dirt in Kenmore usually fall in a broad range depending on source and quality; expect roughly $12 to $30 per ton for common screened fill-dirt. Delivery fees are often waived for larger orders, but smaller jobs may see a delivery charge of about $50 to $150 depending on distance, access, and truck size. Hello Gravel's marketplace also offers free delivery in many areas and standard delivery requires 2+ business days with a next-day option for orders placed before noon CST (additional fee may apply).

Hello Gravel connects you with trusted local suppliers and haulers serving Kenmore and West Washington; suppliers vary by neighborhood and geology. Our platform minimum order is 3 tons, but some local pits or landscapers may have higher minimums (often a half-load or full dump, roughly 8 to 12 cubic yards). When ordering, check the supplier notes and share driveway photos or access details so the dispatcher can confirm truck size and minimums.

For Kenmore's clay-prone, wet conditions, screened fill-dirt (clean, screened soil with few organics) is usually the best choice for structural fills because it compacts evenly. Pit-run can be economical but contains mixed-sized material that may settle unevenly, and crushed stone is better used as a drainage or base layer rather than bulk fill. For areas that need improved drainage or a stable base, add a compacted layer of crushed rock under the screened fill or blend in coarse material as advised by a local contractor.

Use cubic yards = area (sq ft) * depth (ft) / 27. A 20'x30' yard is 600 sq ft, which is about 1.85 yd3 for 1u0022, 5.56 yd3 for 3u0022, and 11.11 yd3 for 6u0022. Assuming an average delivered tonnage of about 1.2 tons per cubic yard for compacted fill-dirt, that equals roughly 2.2 tons for 1u0022, 6.7 tons for 3u0022, and 13.3 tons for 6u0022; order 10% extra for compaction and grading losses.

Prevent settling by placing fill in 4u0022 to 6u0022 lifts and compacting each lift with appropriate equipment: a plate compactor for small yards and a vibratory roller or rented walk-behind roller for larger areas. Because Kenmore is in a wet climate, condition the material so it's not overly saturated before compaction and consider a gravel or crushed-rock sublayer and geotextile where clay soils are present to reduce differential settlement. For structural or load-bearing fills (driveways, building pads) follow engineered compaction specs or consult a local soils engineer.

Yes—King County and the City of Kenmore have rules that can apply to larger grading or fill projects; small yard fills typically do not need permits, but anything that changes drainage, impacts sensitive areas (shorelines, wetlands), or involves large volumes may require review. Truck access can be limited on narrow residential streets and oversized/overweight loads may need permits or specific routes; notify Hello Gravel and the city if your property is near Lake Washington, Sammamish River, or wetlands. Also avoid contaminated fill—suppliers should disclose source, and checks may be required for regulated sites.

Clear a path and mark any underground utilities, tight turns, low trees, and fragile landscaping before the truck arrives and share photos with Hello Gravel during checkout. Make sure a curb cut or driveway access can handle a tri-axle dump truck and tell us if a smaller truck or offloading point is needed; drivers may offer tailgate spreading at their discretion but it is not guaranteed. Finally, plan for water runoff during wet seasons—cover stockpiles if a rain event is expected and finish with final grading and compaction as soon as practical.