Fill Dirt in Trussville, AL

Delivered fill-dirt prices in Trussville commonly range by quality and haul distance. Expect roughly $15 to $40 per ton (about $12 to $30 per cubic yard) as a ballpark; exact pricing depends on local supplier, whether material is screened or contains clay, and delivery distance — get a zip-code quote for an accurate price.

Hello Gravel connects you with trusted West Alabama suppliers that commonly serve Trussville; many local suppliers and haulers have minimums around 3 tons, while larger sites or longer hauls may require 5 to 10 tons. Delivery fees vary by distance, truck access, and driveway conditions, so use our checkout or call our team to see available suppliers, their minimums, and any delivery charges for your zip code.

Calculate volume by multiplying area (sq ft) by depth in feet and dividing by 27 to get cubic yards, then multiply cubic yards by an estimated 1.2 tons per cubic yard for loose fill-dirt. Example estimates: 200 sq ft raised 4 inches ≈ 2.47 yd3 ≈ 3 tons; 500 sq ft raised 6 inches ≈ 9.26 yd3 ≈ 11 tons; 1,000 sq ft raised 12 inches ≈ 37.04 yd3 ≈ 44 tons. For a precise amount use our online calculator or request help from our team — allow 5-10% extra for settlement and compaction.

Fill-dirt is useful for raising grades and filling low spots, but Trussville’s clay-heavy soils and frequent heavy rain mean plain fill-dirt may retain water and settle. For driveways, structural backfill, or areas needing good drainage, combine proper compaction, drainage measures, or use crusher run/engineered fill instead of loose fill-dirt alone. If you plan to plant or finish the surface, add topsoil or engineered layers appropriate for the intended use.

Compact fill-dirt in lifts (typically 4 to 8 inches) using a plate compactor for small jobs or a vibratory roller for larger areas; rental compactors and rollers are available locally. Achieve near-optimum moisture for best compaction, and expect multiple passes (often 4 to 8) per lift depending on equipment and soil; for critical projects consider a compaction test (proctor) and hiring a compaction-specialized contractor.

Fill-dirt alone typically settles over months to a few years and can erode or rut under heavy rain if not properly graded and compacted. For driveways, a compacted engineered base (crusher run) topped with surface material will last far longer; for yard fill, expect to regrade, add topsoil or stabilizing material, and repair erosion after large storms. Regular maintenance after heavy rains and ensuring good drainage will extend the useful life of fill-dirt installations.

Fill-dirt is usually cheaper per cubic yard but has lower strength and drainage compared with crusher run, road base, or engineered fill. Crusher run and road base cost more but provide a stable, well-draining structural layer ideal for driveways and foundation backfill, while engineered fill is specified for structural projects and comes with compaction testing. For driveways or any load-bearing application in Trussville’s moist clay soils, investing in crusher run or engineered fill is usually the better long-term choice.

Permit requirements vary by project type: small grading or yard fill often needs no permit, but foundation backfill, structural grading, and septic work commonly require permits and inspections through the City of Trussville or Jefferson County. Always check with the Trussville Building Department and County Environmental Health before starting work, and consult your contractor or Hello Gravel if you need help locating the right local contacts.

Most deliveries use tri-axle dump trucks (35 to 40 ft long) that need clear turning room, a level drop area, and about 14 to 16 ft of horizontal space for safe offloading; overhead clearance of 12 to 14 ft is also helpful. Blocked driveways, narrow lanes, low-hanging wires, or soft shoulders can require smaller trucks or off-street staging and may increase fees; add delivery notes and photos in your order so the hauler can plan access and avoid surprises.

Choose drier windows in late spring through early fall when possible; avoid scheduling major fill during heavy rainy periods common in Alabama spring and summer storms. Placing and compacting material on dry, workable days reduces washout risk and improves compaction results; if weather is uncertain, consider next-day delivery options and coordinate with your contractor to compact between rain events.

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.

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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!

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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.