Versatile, lower-grade soil commonly used for volume and elevation changes in various construction and landscaping projects. Great for leveling or grading ground, backfilling pools and filling ditches, and evening out low points or depressions on your property.
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Fill Dirt
Versatile, lower-grade soil commonly used for volume and elevation changes in various construction and landscaping projects. Great for leveling or grading ground, backfilling pools and filling ditches, and evening out low points or depressions on your property.
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Why Culver City Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Located in Culver City (population 42,449) and part of a metro area of 2.5+ million, local homeowners face steady demand for reliable site work as the region grows at 0.70% annually. Culver City's climate—228 sunny days per year, 34.25 inches of annual rainfall, and USDA hardiness zone 8b—means yards need materials that compact well, shed water, and resist erosion under prolonged sun. Whether you are regrading a yard, building a garden terrace, or filling low spots before landscaping, quality fill is essential to prevent future settling and drainage problems. Homeowners choose vetted aggregates to ensure consistent compaction, predictable settlement, and easier installation for contractors and DIY projects alike.Popular Projects in Culver City This Season
- Backyard Grade Fill Dirt25 tons
- Retaining Wall Backfill Fill Dirt15 tons
- Foundation Backfill Fill Dirt35 tons
- Raised Garden Bed Fill Dirt8 tons
- Driveway Grade Fill Dirt40 tons
Culver City Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West California
- 🏘️ Population: 42,449
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.5+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.25 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 0.70% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Culver City Projects
- Oct–Nov: Moderate Moisture
- Feb–Apr: Wet Soil Limits
- May–Sept: Dry Season Ideal
- Dec–Jan: Winter Rain Limits
Summer Tip: Choose screened, low-organic fill dirt and plan for mechanical compaction on larger fills; in Culver City’s 34.25-inch rainfall pattern, compacted fill reduces erosion and post-installation settling.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Culver City Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Culver City.
Generally yes—fill dirt is usually less expensive per ton than crushed gravel because it is mainly soil and fines rather than processed rock. In Culver City prices depend on local sourcing and hauling distance; delivery and landfill fees can narrow the gap. For an accurate price for your address, get a quote through Hello Gravel since local hauling and access affect cost.
Fill dirt is primarily soil and small rock used to raise or reshape ground, while gravel is crushed stone used for drainage, driveways, and structural bases. Fill dirt is chosen for building up grade, and gravel is chosen when water movement or surface stability matters. In Culver City you’ll often use fill dirt for rough grading and gravel where drainage or load-bearing is needed.
Yes—fill dirt works well for rough leveling and raising low spots, but it should be placed in lifts and compacted to avoid future settling. For lawns and planting, top off compacted fill dirt with 4 to 6 inches of topsoil or amended soil so grass or plants can establish. If your project changes drainage near the street or neighbor yards, check local grading rules and consider professional advice.
For structural backfill around foundations and compacted trenches, a well-graded fill dirt or engineered fill is usually preferred because it compacts reliably. Sand can be useful for bedding pipes and promoting drainage but does not compact the same as engineered fill for load-bearing areas. In Culver City projects near existing structures, follow engineer or local building department recommendations for backfill material and compaction.
It depends on the depth you need: 1 inch of fill over 1,000 sq ft is about 3.1 cubic yards, 3 inches is about 9.3 cubic yards, and 6 inches is about 18.5 cubic yards. Convert cubic yards to tons with your supplier—local fill dirt in Culver City typically ranges in weight by moisture and composition. Use Hello Gravel’s material calculator or request a quote to get exact quantities and delivery options for your address.
Costs vary by supplier, truck type, distance, and disposal fees, but a typical tri-axle load (roughly 10–15 cubic yards) in the Los Angeles area often falls in a local market range. Exact pricing depends on availability and access—tight driveways, street permits, or offloading difficulty can add to charges. For an exact price for your Culver City delivery, get a tailored quote from Hello Gravel.
You can put gravel over compacted fill dirt, but the success depends on proper preparation: compact the fill in lifts, add a geotextile if needed, and install a suitable base layer before surface gravel. Without proper compaction and a stable base, the gravel will shift and rut over time, especially with vehicle traffic. In Culver City’s mild climate, proper grading and drainage toward the street will help keep surfaces stable.
Yes—for drainage solutions like French drains, dry wells, or around footing drains, gravel (clean rock) is the correct material because it promotes water flow. Fill dirt should not be used where drainage is required because it holds water and can clog drainage assemblies. For larger drainage projects in Culver City, coordinate with local codes and consider a contractor to size and locate drains properly.
Using locally sourced fill dirt and compacting it yourself in layers is often the most budget-friendly route—buy only the amount you need and spread in thin lifts with a rented plate compactor. Reuse on-site materials where suitable and avoid over-ordering to cut costs; Hello Gravel’s calculator helps estimate the right quantity. If access is tight or permits are required, factor those costs into your budget.
Not usually—fill dirt typically lacks organic matter and nutrients needed for healthy grass growth, so you should add 4 to 6 inches of topsoil or a soil amendment layer before seeding or laying sod. In drought-prone Culver City, choose drought-tolerant grasses or native plants and improve soil with compost to retain moisture. Testing and amending soil will save time and water compared with planting directly on raw fill dirt.
Stabilize fill dirt by placing it in thin lifts (4–6 inches), moisture-conditioning and compacting each lift with a plate compactor, and using erosion controls like straw, hydroseed, riprap, or retaining walls on slopes. For driveways and foundation bases, consider geotextile fabric or mixing in small amounts of aggregate to improve strength. Because Culver City sees seasonal rains, temporary erosion control during rainy months is important to prevent washouts.
Yes—unprotected fill dirt on slopes can erode during heavy rain events, especially on newly placed fills without vegetation or erosion control. In Culver City’s seasonal rainy periods, protect slopes with straw, erosion mats, plants, retaining walls, or terraces until vegetation is established. For larger slopes or retaining work, consult a civil or geotechnical engineer and follow local grading and runoff rules.
You can use fill dirt for backfilling non-draining trenches, but for walls or areas where drainage behind the structure is critical, a free-draining material like gravel or perforated pipe filler is usually recommended. Using fill dirt behind retaining walls without proper drainage can cause hydrostatic pressure and wall failure over time. For structural backfill needs in Culver City, follow engineering guidance and combine drainage rock where specified.
As of today, we require 2 business days for delivery.
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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.
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