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 Graton Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Graton's city population is 1,180, set within a broader metro area with a population of 2.5+ million. With a steady growth rate of 0.40% annually, local homeowners and small contractors are taking on more landscaping and site-improvement jobs that require dependable earthwork materials. Graton's climate — 34.25 inches of annual rainfall, 228 sunny days annually, and USDA hardiness zone 8b — supports diverse planting but also means periods of rain can cause settling and runoff that must be managed. That combination of modest growth, active outdoor projects, and variable precipitation increases demand for quality aggregates. Homeowners seek reliable Fill Dirt to build stable grades, backfill foundations, prepare bases for hardscapes, and improve drainage — all to reduce settling, erosion, and follow-up repairs on DIY and contractor jobs.Popular Projects in Graton This Season
- Yard Regrade Fill Dirt12 tons
- Building Pad Fill Dirt80 tons
- Retaining Wall Backfill Fill Dirt18 tons
- Utility Trench Backfill Fill Dirt6 tons
- Driveway Base Fill Dirt40 tons
Graton Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West California
- 🏘️ Population: 1,180
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.5+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.25 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 0.40% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Graton Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Moisture
- Feb–Apr: Wet Season Risk
- May–Sept: Dry Season Compaction
- Dec–Jan: High Saturation Risk
Summer Tip: Use compacted Fill Dirt as structural backfill and always finish with a layer of topsoil where you plan to plant; slope grades away from structures to handle Graton's 34.25 inches of annual rainfall.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Graton Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Graton.
No. Fill dirt is subsoil with low organic matter, used for structural fill, grading, and raising ground levels; it is not good for planting. Topsoil is rich in organic material and nutrients meant for lawns and gardens, so in Graton you should cap fill dirt with several inches of topsoil before planting.
Alternatives include compactable clean sand, crushed stone or crusher fines, recycled crushed concrete, or engineered structural fill. Choose based on purpose: use gravel or crushed stone for drainage, and compactable fill or recycled material for bulk fill; local suppliers in West California often stock recycled aggregates that can save money.
Generally no for structural backfill, because topsoil settles as organic matter decomposes and can cause uneven settling. For Graton projects, use fill dirt or approved compactable fill for backfill and then add topsoil as a planting cap only after compaction is complete.
Prices vary by supplier and haul distance, but expect roughly $20 to $60 per cubic yard for fill dirt in the West California region. A typical tri-axle dump load is about 10 to 12 cubic yards, so a single truck delivery is commonly in the several-hundred to low-thousand dollar range; get an exact quote for your zip code on Hello Gravel to account for local availability and delivery fees.
Yes, in most cases fill dirt is less expensive because it is less processed and lacks organic amendments. In Graton you will usually pay more for topsoil per cubic yard, especially if it is screened or blended for gardening, so buy fill dirt for bulk leveling and topsoil only for the planting zone.
Recycled crushed concrete or crusher fines are often cheaper than new gravel and work well for general fill or base material. For projects in Graton, consider reclaimed aggregates from local suppliers, but confirm compaction and drainage properties before using them in structural areas.
The 70/30 rule (roughly 70% soil to 30% amendment) refers to mixing soil for planting beds, not to fill dirt. If you use fill dirt to raise garden beds in Graton, plan to amend the top 6 to 12 inches with compost or topsoil rather than relying on the unamended fill dirt for plant growth.
Yes, fill dirt is commonly used to level yards, but do it in thin lifts and compact each layer to minimize future settling. After achieving grade in Graton's Mediterranean climate, finish with several inches of topsoil for turf or planting and loosen the surface before seeding or sod.
Native soil or clean fill dirt is often the least expensive option for bulk backfill. For retaining walls or areas that need drainage, you may spend more for gravel or drain rock, so balance cost against function and check local supplier options around Graton.
A 40 lb bag of topsoil contains roughly 0.015 cubic yards and will cover about 4 to 5 square feet at a 1-inch depth. For bulk leveling in Graton you will almost always save money by ordering fill dirt by the cubic yard rather than many small bags, and then topping with bags or bulk topsoil only where needed for planting.
Yes in locations that require drainage, such as behind foundation drains or under slabs with engineered design, gravel or crushed stone is appropriate. For general structural backfill and grading in Graton, granular backfill may not compact the same as soil, so use gravel selectively and follow any engineer recommendations.
Enter your zip code on Hello Gravel to see local suppliers and pricing, noting our 3-ton minimum order and typical tri-axle dump delivery. Choose your delivery date at checkout, request tailgate spreading in Order Notes (driver will assess feasibility), and contact our team if you need help calculating quantities or scheduling.
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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