Fill-dirt in Sequim, WA

Costs vary by supplier, distance, and moisture content, but expect a ballpark of $15 to $45 per ton delivered for basic fill-dirt in the Sequim area. Hello Gravel’s quoted prices include delivery in many areas and require a minimum order of 3 tons; get a site-specific quote to see exact pricing for your address.

For general yard raising in Sequim, use clean fill-dirt that is reasonably free of large organic material and debris so it compacts well and doesn’t decompose. If drainage or structural support is important (for driveways or foundations), ask for engineered or compactable fill and consider a gravel layer beneath for better drainage.

A 20x30 ft area raised 6 inches (0.5 ft) requires about 11.1 cubic yards (600 sq ft x 0.5 ft = 300 cu ft ÷ 27). Depending on moisture and compaction, that is roughly 10 to 14 tons of fill-dirt; request a supplier estimate to account for local material density.

Fill-dirt can be fine for yard fill if it is properly compacted and capped with an appropriate surface, but it does not drain as well as crushed rock. In Sequim’s wet winters, add drainage measures (geotextile, drain pipes, or a granular layer) or use a granular base under driveways to reduce saturation and long-term settling.

Crushed rock is typically the better choice for a durable, long-lasting driveway base because it sheds water and compacts into a stable surface. Fill-dirt is more cost-effective for bulk elevation work and backfill, but for a driveway combine fill-dirt to build grade and crushed rock as the structural base and surface for durability.

Some contractors include basic grading or compaction, but many charge extra for machine time and labor. Typical local charges for compaction and grading can range from about $50 to $200+ depending on scale and equipment needed; always confirm services and fees before ordering materials.

Small deliveries for ordinary yard work usually do not require permits, but large fills, changes to drainage, or work near critical areas may trigger local regulations. Check with the City of Sequim or Clallam County building and planning departments before major imports of fill to confirm any permit or stormwater requirements.

Well-compacted fill-dirt can be stable for many years, but most sites experience some settlement during the first year after placement. Expect to monitor and possibly add thin lifts of material or regrading after heavy rains or if settlement creates low spots; using proper compaction up front reduces future maintenance.

Fill-dirt can be used for regrading slopes, but it does not improve subsurface drainage like coarse granular material does. For better drainage on sloped coastal plain lots in Sequim, combine strategic grading with gravel layers, drainage pipes, and geotextile fabrics rather than relying on fill-dirt alone.

Delivery pricing depends on supplier location, truck type, distance, and access; Hello Gravel includes delivery pricing in quotes and has a 3-ton minimum. Because Sequim is on the Olympic Peninsula, deliveries from more distant yards can increase costs, so expect local deliveries to be easier on price and get a detailed quote that lists any per-mile or trip charges for your address.