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Why Emerald Hills Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Emerald Hills, with a city population of 61,122 and a metro area population of 2.4+ million, is experiencing steady demand for residential and small-scale commercial improvements as the area grows at 2.30% annually. Located in hardiness zone 8b and enjoying 235 sunny days per year alongside 34.70 inches of annual rainfall, the local climate supports year-round outdoor projects. That combination of growth and favorable weather means homeowners are frequently regrading yards, raising low spots, installing retaining walls, building driveways, and prepping foundations — all projects that need dependable bulk material. Quality fill dirt reduces uneven settling, improves compaction performance, and helps maintain proper drainage so patios, walkways, and foundations perform well over time in Emerald Hills' sun-and-rain climate. Fill dirt is a basic, clean, compactable subsoil used to fill low areas, build up grades, and backfill around footings; it is not a planting soil. In Emerald Hills, fill dirt helps create stable grades that shed water during seasonal rains while resisting erosion under sunny conditions. Hello Gravel connects homeowners with local suppliers and professional haulers who source regional fill dirt, offer clear pricing, and schedule deliveries to match your project timeline. We require a minimum order of 3 tons, standard delivery is 2+ business days, and next-day delivery is available for eligible orders placed before noon CST; drivers may perform tailgate spreading at their discretion.Popular Projects in Emerald Hills This Season
- Yard Grade Fill Dirt25 tons
- Driveway Approach Fill Dirt60 tons
- Retaining Wall Fill Dirt40 tons
- Foundation Backfill Fill Dirt200 tons
- Landscape Berm Fill Dirt15 tons
Emerald Hills Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West California
- 🏘️ Population: 61,122
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.4+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.70 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 235/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 2.30% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Emerald Hills Projects
- Oct–Nov: Good Compaction Window
- Feb–Apr: High Moisture Risk
- May–Sept: Drying Shrinkage Risk
- Dec–Jan: Saturated Winter Risk
Summer Tip: For Emerald Hills' 34.70 inches of annual rainfall, compact fill dirt in thin layers and shape final grades to direct water away from foundations. If you plan to plant, topdress finished areas with planting soil since fill dirt is not suitable for direct planting.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Emerald Hills Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Emerald Hills.
In Emerald Hills, fill dirt commonly ranges from about $20 to $50 per ton depending on source, moisture, and delivery distance. Price can vary based on truck size and whether the material is screened or has large rocks; Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum and shows zip-specific pricing at checkout.
A cubic yard of fill dirt usually weighs about 1.2 to 1.5 tons, so multiply the per-ton price by that amount to estimate cost per cubic yard. For example, at $30 per ton, one cubic yard would cost roughly $36 to $45, but local variations and delivery fees may change the final price.
Yes, fill dirt is generally cheaper than topsoil because it is subsoil with little organic matter and is intended for building up grade rather than planting. Use fill dirt to raise or level areas, then cover with topsoil if you plan to plant; in Emerald Hills you may also want to add amendments for drainage and plant health.
Hello Gravel commonly delivers on tri-axle trucks that carry about 10 to 12 cubic yards of loose fill dirt. As a rule of thumb, 12 cubic yards spread 2 inches deep will cover about 1,944 square feet; adjust with the formula (cubic yards * 324) / depth(in inches) and remember compaction reduces final coverage.
Estimate a truckload cost by multiplying the per-ton price by the truck’s tonnage and adding delivery charges. For example, if a tri-axle holds roughly 12 tons and the price is $30 per ton, material cost is about $360 before delivery—contact Hello Gravel for an exact zip-based quote and any hauling fees.
No, 2 inches of fill dirt is not sufficient for a driveway; it is too thin and not a proper structural base. Driveways need a compacted base of engineered fill and crushed stone (commonly 4 to 6 inches or more depending on use), plus a wearing surface; also consider compaction and drainage for Emerald Hills soils.
One ton of fill dirt is roughly 0.7 to 0.8 cubic yards, so coverage depends on depth. At that density one ton will cover about 65 square feet at 1 inch, about 33 square feet at 2 inches, and about 22 square feet at 3 inches; actual coverage varies with compaction and moisture.
Order online at Hello Gravel by entering your Emerald Hills zip code to see availability and pricing; the minimum order is 3 tons and standard delivery is 2+ business days. You can request next-day delivery (additional fee) if you order before noon CST and add notes for tailgate spreading, which drivers may perform at their discretion.
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.
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