Topsoil in Birmingham, AL

Delivered topsoil in Birmingham commonly ranges from about $25 to $45 per cubic yard, depending on quality, screening, and supplier. That converts roughly to $35 to $65 per ton because yard-to-ton weight varies with moisture and composition. Hello Gravel shows local pricing during checkout and has a 3-ton minimum for delivery; check your zip code for exact rates and availability.

In Birmingham you’ll usually see prices quoted per cubic yard; expect roughly $25-$45 per cubic yard and about $35-$65 per ton after converting for typical topsoil density. Exact conversion depends on moisture and organic content, so we recommend using the quantity calculator or requesting a quote through Hello Gravel for an accurate delivered price.

Topsoil is not suitable as a driveway base because it contains organic matter and will compress and wash away. For a driveway base you should plan on 6 to 8 inches of compacted crushed stone or road base, and then a thinner finish layer (if any) for edging; use topsoil only to dress edges or restore turf beside the driveway.

Buying topsoil in bulk delivery is typically the most cost-effective per unit if you need multiple cubic yards, since suppliers deliver directly and you save on multiple trips. Pickup can be cheaper for very small amounts if you have a suitable truck and time, while contractors may bundle material plus labor but usually cost more overall; Hello Gravel’s platform helps compare supplier quotes and delivery fees to find the best option.

Coverage varies with compaction, but using a common conversion (1 cubic yard ≈ 0.7 ton), one ton of topsoil will cover about 227 sq ft at 1 inch, about 113 sq ft at 2 inches, and about 57 sq ft at 4 inches. These are approximate figures; heavier, wetter topsoil and variations in particle size can change coverage, so measure your area and use our calculator for a more accurate estimate.

If you are dressing the edges of a 100 ft driveway 10 ft wide at a 2-inch depth, you need roughly 6 to 7 cubic yards of topsoil (about 4 to 5 tons). With typical Birmingham delivered pricing of $25-$45 per cubic yard, expect material costs around $150 to $315 plus delivery; exact cost depends on supplier, quality, and any additional services.

Physically, 1 ton of topsoil is often less than 1 cubic yard and may fit in a full-size pickup bed, but you must check your truck’s payload rating and secure the load safely. Keep in mind Hello Gravel’s minimum order is 3 tons for delivery, so for DIY pickup you would arrange directly with a local supplier and verify their minimums and truck capacity.

Some local suppliers and independent landscapers offer spreading and fine grading for topsoil, but availability varies and drivers can only perform tailgate spreading at their discretion. Typical paid spreading fees in the Birmingham area range widely—often $50 to $200 per truck depending on access, time, and crew—so get a labor quote up front and note any access limitations at checkout.

Load sizes vary by truck: small dump trucks and landscape trucks commonly carry 3 to 6 cubic yards, while larger contractor trucks deliver 8 to 12 cubic yards or more. Because topsoil weight varies with moisture, those volumes translate to roughly 2 to 10 tons; Hello Gravel’s standard service usually starts at a 3-ton minimum, and you can request larger loads through checkout.

Provide your full delivery address and zip code, the exact area to be covered (length and width), desired finished depth in inches, and the intended use (lawn, garden bed, or grading). Also describe site access (gates, overhead wires, driveway surface), preferred delivery date, and any placement instructions or restrictions so suppliers can give accurate pricing and assess truck access.

Yes—Birmingham soils often have clay content and a red color from local geology, so topsoil blends and screening levels vary by supplier and application. Avoid heavy topsoil during very wet months to reduce compaction; spring and fall are commonly best for spreading and seeding, and tell suppliers about regional preferences when ordering so you get a material suited to Birmingham's climate and lawns.

As of today, we require 2 business days for delivery.

Use our material calculator here: https://hellogravel.com/calculator/ to enter the length, width and depth measurements of your project. It will automatically calculate the cubic yards/tons needed. If you are unsure how much to order, contact our team for guidance.

Please type in your zip code on any product screen and it will let you know if we service your area. The chances are that we do!

The material will be delivered via dump truck. If your order is under 20 tons, then it will likely be just one dump truck load. If your order is more than 20 tons, it will be more than one dump truck load.

Absolutely! Try our aggregate quiz here: https://hellogravel.com/aggregate-quiz/ Alternatively,you can call us, chat with us (box in the bottom right corner of the website), or email us!

We cannot get out of the truck and manually spread it. However, depending on the location, safety, and comfortability of the driver – we may be able to tailgate spread your material. This involves pulling the truck forward as material is being dumped to make it easier for you to distribute material after delivery.

The minimum order size is 3 tons.

Hassle Free! Our goal is to make the buying process for gravel and other aggregates as easy and seamless as possible. Enter your zip code on our site, select how much material you need (see below FAQ’s to determine order size), select the date and time frame you would like your material delivered at Checkout, and place your order with any major credit card. After the order is placed our in-house support team will contact you to confirm the details. We will send additional confirmations on the day before and the day of delivery. On delivery day, a dump truck will arrive to dump the materials at your specified location. We request that you have someone available to accept the delivery so that we can make sure to dump it in the correct location. That’s it!

No, because we are a national supplier, we utilize our existing network of suppliers across the country. Therefore, the materials will likely be delivered from a contracted trucking company.

We specialize in making the aggregate buying process as easy and seamless as possible by managing the process from end to end. We have a network of suppliers that we source the materials from where we have negotiated rates. However, we do charge a markup and because of this you may be able to find the materials cheaper on your own. But if you want a hassle free experience, then we are for you!

Please fill out the Quote Request form and we will work up a quote for you! https://hellogravel.com/quote-form/

Although uncommon, due to regional sourcing, the type and color of our materials may vary somewhat from the images on our website, reflecting the unique geological offerings of your area. Please communicate any specifications you desire to our team so we can consider them during the sourcing process.

Please contact our customer service team promptly if you experience any delivery or product quality issues. We will work to resolve them satisfactorily.

We are headquartered in New Orleans, LA. However, we have a network of suppliers across the country from which we provide the materials.