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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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 Denair Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Denair (population 6,580) is part of a growing West California metro that now exceeds 2.3+ million residents, expanding at a steady 2.80% annually. The local climate—with 228 sunny days annually, 34.00 inches of rainfall each year, and USDA hardiness zone 8b—supports both residential growth and active landscaping. That combination of steady development and temperate weather drives demand for grading, lot prep, and drainage work. Homeowners and small contractors in Denair often need reliable bulk materials to raise low spots, build level pads, improve yard drainage, and prepare foundations. For these projects, consistent, low-organic fill materials are important because they compact predictably, limit settlement, and help control erosion in seasons of heavier rain. Fill Dirt is a practical choice for many Denair projects because its dense, low-organic makeup performs well under the city’s sunny, moderately rainy conditions. Properly placed and compacted Fill Dirt provides a stable base for driveways, patios, retaining wall backfill, and structural backfill where native soils are too loose or contain organic material. Hello Gravel connects Denair homeowners with local suppliers who source regionally appropriate Fill Dirt, offers online ordering, and schedules delivery with standard 2+ business days or a next-day option for orders placed before noon CST (additional fee applies). Drivers may be able to perform tailgate spreading at their discretion; request it at checkout and the driver will assess feasibility on arrival.Popular Projects in Denair This Season
- Foundation Backfill Fill Dirt30 tons
- Driveway Base Fill Dirt40 tons
- Yard Regrade Fill Dirt20 tons
- Septic Mound Fill Dirt15 tons
- Pool Backfill Fill Dirt12 tons
Denair Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West California
- 🏘️ Population: 6,580
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.3+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.00 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 2.80% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Denair Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Moisture
- Feb–Apr: Wet Spring Limits
- May–Sept: Dry Summer Compaction
- Dec–Jan: Cold Saturated Soil
Summer Tip: Choose clean, non-organic Fill Dirt for structural work and compact it in lifts as it is placed; add a layer of topsoil only where you plan to plant so you don’t mix organic material into structural fill.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Denair Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Denair.
Typical delivered prices for fill dirt in Denair often fall in the range of $12 to $35 per cubic yard (about $10 to $28 per ton), depending on quantity, truck access, and whether the material is screened or clean. Prices vary by supplier and current local demand, so check your zip code on Hello Gravel or request a quote for an exact price. Large orders and free delivery promotions can lower the per-unit cost.
Denair is in California's Central Valley with hot, dry summers and wet winters; soils in the area often include silty alluvium and clay that can hold moisture and shrink or swell. That means drainage and moisture control are critical: avoid placing fill when soils are saturated, slope grades away from structures, and consider a drain or gravel layer where water collects. For driveway bases, add a granular layer over compacted fill to reduce frost heave and rutting risks.
Hello Gravel's minimum order is 3 tons, and we typically deliver fill dirt with tri-axle dump trucks. Tri-axle trucks commonly carry about 10 to 12 cubic yards per load (roughly 13 to 18 tons of loose fill, depending on material density), so expect full-truck deliveries for larger jobs. If your site has tight access, request a smaller truck or offload location when ordering.
Permit requirements depend on the scope of work: small residential adjustments often do not need permits, but larger grading, changes to drainage, or work in environmentally sensitive areas may require a grading permit from Stanislaus County or city of Turlock. Always check with the Stanislaus County Planning and Building Department or Turlock/Denair local offices before importing large volumes or altering site drainage. If your project affects public right-of-way or stormwater, additional permits or inspections may be required.
For driveways over fill, a common approach is to place and compact fill in 6-inch lifts and then install a 4 to 8-inch layer of compacted granular base (crushed rock or gravel) on top before paving. For structural slabs, engineered fill is recommended and should be placed in 6-inch lifts and compacted to 90-95% of standard Proctor per engineer specifications. Because Denair soils can be clayey or silty, consult a geotechnical or structural engineer for critical foundations to set exact compaction targets and moisture conditioning.
Use fill dirt (subsoil) when you need to raise grade or fill holes but do not need good fertility or plant growth; it is low in organic matter and compacts well. Choose engineered fill when a certified, tested material and compaction control are required for foundations, slabs, or retaining walls. Use topsoil only for planting and landscaping; do not substitute topsoil for structural fill because it has organic matter that compresses and settles.
Drivers may offer tailgate spreading at their discretion, but this service is not guaranteed and depends on site safety and equipment. Compaction is a specialized task that usually requires compactors or rollers and is best handled by a contractor; ask local contractors or Hello Gravel's sales team for recommendations. Request spreading in the Order Notes and the driver will assess whether it can be done safely on arrival.
Clear a staging area free of cars, low-hanging wires, or obstructions and mark exactly where you want the material dumped using flags or cones. Confirm that driveway and approach grades can support a loaded tri-axle truck and tell us about gated access or narrow roads when ordering. If you need material placed away from the truck, plan for additional labor or equipment to move it from the drop point.
Loose fill dirt typically weighs about 1.3 to 1.6 tons per cubic yard, so multiply cubic yards needed by 1.3-1.6 to estimate tons. For quick estimates, use Hello Gravel's material calculator on the order page or provide site dimensions when requesting a quote. If you are filling low spots, measure length, width, and average depth to get cubic yards; add 10-20% extra for compaction and settlement.
Inspect the material for large debris, excessive organic matter, or unexpected color/texture that could indicate topsoil or construction waste. Check moisture content: overly wet fill can be difficult to compact and may delay work; if you see major issues, contact Hello Gravel's customer service right away so we can work with the supplier. Keep photos and notes of the delivery location and any concerns to help us resolve problems quickly.
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!
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.
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