Fill Dirt in Hobart, WI

Typical delivered prices for fill-dirt in the Hobart area vary, but expect roughly $10 to $30 per ton (about $12 to $40 per cubic yard) depending on material quality, local supply, and delivery distance. Prices fluctuate seasonally and by supplier, so use Hello Gravel’s zip-code quote tool or request a written estimate for an exact price. Remember our minimum order is 3 tons and some jobs may qualify for free delivery.

Hello Gravel’s minimum order is 3 tons, and most local dump trucks used for residential delivery are tri-axle trucks that carry about 10 to 14 tons of loose fill-dirt per load. Some suppliers charge a truck minimum or flat delivery fee and may add per-mile surcharges for long hauls; locally these extra mileage fees often run a few dollars per mile beyond the supplier’s base zone. Get a full delivery quote at checkout so you know any minimums, zone fees, or extra mileage charges up front.

Yes. In Hobart, winter weather and freeze-thaw conditions can limit access for dump trucks and make spreading harder. Suppliers and drivers may assess additional fees for snow/ice removal, reduced access, or work that’s unsafe in winter; scheduling earlier in the day and confirming availability helps. If you need next-day delivery, place the order before noon CST to see that option and any extra charges.

Many local soils in and around Hobart have clay content and can hold water, which increases frost heave risk if you use untreated fill-dirt. Standard fill-dirt is fine for raising grade but performs poorly where drainage and frost resistance matter—use clean, granular fill or proper base material under structures and driveways to reduce movement. Always place and compact fill in controlled lifts and address drainage so water does not collect and freeze in the soil.

For general yard raising, screened fill-dirt or clean fill with low organics is common—it’s easy to spread but will settle over time. Driveways and structural areas need granular base (road base or crusher-run) rather than plain fill-dirt; use fill-dirt only as a leveling layer over proper base material. For foundation backfill, choose select structural fill (sand/gravels or engineered fill) and follow your engineer or local code; avoid high-organic topsoil as backfill near foundations.

Contractor rates vary by crew size and equipment, but expect machine work (skid steer or small excavator plus compactor) to run roughly $80 to $150 per hour for labor and equipment combined. Some contractors charge by the ton or by the job—spreading and compacting per-ton fees can range from $5 to $20 per ton depending on access and complexity. Always request a written quote that lists equipment, compaction requirements (number of passes or lifts), and whether final grading is included.

Use this rule: cubic yards = (area in square feet x depth in feet) / 27. For fill-dirt, a good rule-of-thumb conversion is about 1.25 tons per cubic yard (varies with moisture and compaction). Example: to raise 1,000 sq ft by 6 inches (0.5 ft) you need 1,000 x 0.5 / 27 = 18.5 cubic yards, or roughly 23 to 24 tons of fill-dirt. Always order slightly more (5-10%) for settlement and spreading waste.

Local rules vary, so check with the Village of Hobart zoning/engineering office and your county before ordering large volumes. Many municipalities require permits for significant grading, retaining walls, or importing over a threshold amount of soil, and they may have rules about clean fill versus contaminated or waste material. If in doubt, contact Hello Gravel or your local permitting office to confirm requirements before delivery.

Fill-dirt is usually the least expensive option for raising grade, but it compacts and drains more poorly than crusher run or road base, so it performs worse under traffic and freeze-thaw cycles. Crusher run and road base are engineered for driveways and offer better compaction, load-bearing capacity, and drainage. Screened topsoil is best for lawns and planting, not structural applications—use screened topsoil on the final surface layer and granular base materials below for driveways.

Some local suppliers can provide material data or lab tests on request, especially for larger or commercial orders; tests might include gradation, organic content, or contamination screening. If you need certified testing for a permit or engineered project, request it when you place the order—testing may add time and cost. Hello Gravel can flag orders that likely need documentation so you can request supplier test results before delivery.

Place fill-dirt in thin lifts (6 to 8 inches), compact each lift with an appropriate plate compactor or roller, and avoid adding wet, organic material that will decompose and settle. Improve surface drainage away from the new fill and consider a capped layer of aggregate under high-traffic areas to reduce frost action. For critical areas like foundation zones, follow an engineer’s recommendation for material type and compaction specs.

Drivers may offer tailgate spreading at their discretion, but Hello Gravel does not guarantee spreading services—request it at checkout and the driver will assess safety and feasibility upon arrival. For reliable spreading and compaction, plan to hire a local contractor or rent equipment; many customers request a spreading crew or machine for larger jobs. If spreading is critical, include it in your order notes so the supplier and driver can prepare.

Use Hello Gravel’s website to check availability by zip code, choose material type (fill-dirt), enter the delivery address, and select a preferred delivery date via the checkout calendar. Standard delivery is 2+ business days; next-day delivery may be available if ordered before noon CST for an additional fee. If you have access issues, special instructions, or need material testing or spreading, add notes at checkout or call our sales team at 855-241-8884.