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 Highlands Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Highlands has a city population of 29,380 and sits within a metro area of 2.5+ million, a combination that supports steady building activity as neighborhoods grow. With a measured growth rate of 0.40% annually and a climate in hardiness zone 8b — about 228 sunny days per year and 34.25 inches of rainfall annually — local homeowners and contractors face a mix of sun and seasonal rain that shapes landscaping and construction needs. That blend of development and climate increases demand for reliable aggregates: grading, leveling, and drainage work require consistent materials to minimize settling, erosion, and water pooling. Homeowners in Highlands look for quality fill materials that compact well, hold grade under occasional wet seasons, and integrate with local soils so projects—from raised beds to driveway sub-bases—stay stable over time.Popular Projects in Highlands This Season
- Driveway Base Fill Dirt28 tons
- Raised Garden Bed Fill Dirt6 tons
- Foundation Backfill Fill Dirt40 tons
- Lot Grading Fill Dirt75 tons
- Patio Subbase Fill Dirt12 tons
Highlands Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West California
- 🏘️ Population: 29,380
- 🏡 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 Highlands Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Temps
- Feb–Apr: Moderate Moisture Window
- May–Sept: Dry Season Compaction
- Dec–Jan: Saturated Cold Risk
Summer Tip: Place fill dirt in 4–6 inch lifts and compact each layer to reduce settling, and slope final grade away from structures to handle Highlands' 34.25 inches of annual rainfall.
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Orders Under 5 Tons - Add 20% extra to your estimated gravel needs.
5+ Ton Orders - Add around 10% to ensure enough additional material on hand.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Highlands Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Highlands.
Generally yes: fill dirt is usually cheaper per cubic yard than washed gravel because it is unprocessed native soil. Prices in Highlands vary with local supply and hauling distance, so check our quote tool for exact delivered pricing to your zip code.
Yes, you can add fill dirt to raise low spots, but do it in thin layers (4 to 6 inches) and compact each layer to avoid future settling. For landscaping or lawns, use fill dirt below a final cap of topsoil so plants have a proper growing medium.
Fill dirt is mostly soil, clay, and rock fines used to raise or level ground; it does not drain well or support plant growth on its own. Gravel is crushed stone used for drainage and structural base; it is coarser, drains well, and is usually more expensive than fill dirt.
Cost depends on supplier and how far it must be hauled; in Highlands delivered fill dirt prices commonly range and are influenced by seasonal demand. The quickest way to get an accurate, delivered price is to enter your zip code on our site or request a quote from our team.
Use this formula: cubic yards = (area in ft2 x depth in feet) / 27. For example, 1,000 ft2 at 4 inches (0.33 ft) requires about 12.3 cubic yards, and at 6 inches requires about 18.5 cubic yards.
One cubic yard equals 27 cubic feet, roughly a 3 ft x 3 ft x 3 ft pile. As a rule of thumb, one cubic yard covers about 100 square feet at a 3-inch depth, though compaction and moisture will change coverage.
Most regional tri-axle dump trucks used by our suppliers carry about 10 to 12 cubic yards of loose fill dirt, though truck size varies by hauler. If you need more or less, we can arrange partial loads or multiple truck deliveries—remember our minimum order is 3 tons.
Yes, fill dirt is commonly used to build up low areas, but plan for compaction and proper grading to direct water away from structures. For lawns or planting areas, place a few inches of topsoil over the compacted fill dirt so vegetation will establish.
No—fill dirt is not a good material for drainage because it contains fine particles that hold water. For drainage trenches or French drains use washed gravel or drain rock; use fill dirt only to backfill above the gravel after installation if needed.
You can add fill dirt on top of existing soil, but removing sod or topsoil first helps prevent future settling and reduces organic decomposition. Always add fill in layers and compact each layer; for large projects consider renting a compactor or hiring a contractor.
Highlands soils can include clay and native materials that influence drainage and compaction, so local fill dirt will reflect those regional characteristics. Because we source locally, the material you receive may vary in color and texture; include preferences in Order Notes and contact our team for recommendations based on your site.
Fill dirt is usually less expensive than topsoil because it is unamended and not intended for plant growth. Avoid using fill dirt as a planting layer—use topsoil or a mix designed for planting on the surface and reserve fill dirt for subgrades or raising grade.
Use the same yardage formula: (20 ft x 100 ft x 0.33 ft) / 27 = about 24.4 cubic yards. Order a little extra (5-10%) to account for compaction and uneven spreading.
Standard delivery takes 2 or more business days, and next-day delivery may be available for orders placed before noon CST for an additional fee. Enter your address at checkout or contact our sales team for scheduling and to confirm local availability.
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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