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 Homeland Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Homeland, with a population of 6,580, sits inside a steadily growing West California metro where measured expansion—0.70% annually—keeps local construction and landscaping demand consistent. The climate, with 228 sunny days per year and 34.25 inches of annual rainfall in USDA Hardiness Zone 8b, means homeowners must plan for both dry-season maintenance and seasonal runoff. That combination drives demand for dependable aggregates: raising low spots, creating level pads for sheds and patios, backfilling trenches, and preparing subgrades all require material that compacts predictably and resists settling. For DIY homeowners and contractors alike, quality fill dirt reduces future grading work, speeds project timelines, and forms a stable base for driveways, foundations, and landscape features as Homeland connects to a larger metro market of 2.5+ million residents.Popular Projects in Homeland This Season
- Driveway Base Fill Dirt24 tons
- Raised Garden Bed Fill Dirt6 tons
- Septic Backfill Fill Dirt18 tons
- Pool Subgrade Fill Dirt30 tons
- Lot Grading Fill Dirt40 tons
Homeland Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West California
- 🏘️ Population: 6,580
- 🏡 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 Homeland Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Temps
- Feb–Apr: Ideal Moisture Levels
- May–Sept: Dry Heat Curing
- Dec–Jan: Slow Winter Curing
Summer Tip: Compact fill dirt in 6-inch lifts with a plate compactor to minimize settlement, and keep a 2–4 inch layer of topsoil if you plan to plant. In Homeland’s 34.25-inch annual rainfall, slope grades away from structures at least 2% to help runoff.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Homeland Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Homeland.
Yes. Fill dirt is commonly used for backfill and raising grade around foundations in Homeland. For small residential jobs order screened, low-organic fill dirt (ask for 'clean fill' or 'structural fill') and plan on compacting in layers after delivery; for larger projects follow engineer specs and confirm local building codes.
Not usually. Fill dirt is fine for building subgrade and raising elevations, but it does not drain well and can settle under a gravel surface. For a drive or patio use compacted structural fill as the base and then a layer of crushed rock or base material before the finished gravel to ensure stability and drainage.
A geotextile fabric is a good idea where soft fill meets gravel to reduce mixing and retard weed growth. Use a nonwoven geotextile designed for separation, and note that Hello Gravel does not automatically deliver fabric but you can request it from your supplier or buy it locally and lay it before material delivery.
Fill dirt can be used to build or raise the subgrade, but crushed stone or base rock is the recommended material directly under a patio because it compacts better and sheds water. If you need to raise elevation first, order structural fill dirt, compact it in lifts, then install a compacted base of crusher fines or 3/4" minus rock before paving.
Yes, compaction is important. Fill dirt should be placed in 4" to 6" lifts and compacted with a plate compactor or roller to reduce settlement; some suppliers offer well-graded, low-organic 'compaction-ready' fill, so check the product notes and ask our sales team if you need material suited to mechanical compaction. Delivery teams generally do not provide compaction services, and tailgate spreading is at the driver's discretion.
Use depth to calculate coverage: one ton of fill dirt covers about 250 sq ft at 1" depth (rough estimate for typical fill). A 50 lb bag is 0.025 tons, so it will cover roughly 6.25 sq ft at 1" depth. For project estimates use our online calculator or contact our team with project dimensions for a recommended tonnage; note that fill density varies with moisture and compaction.
Prevent mixing by placing a separation fabric between fill dirt and the gravel layer and compacting the fill so it does not migrate. Install a weed barrier or geotextile and keep a clear border; regular maintenance and occasional top-up of gravel can also stop weeds from establishing in high-traffic areas.
No, fill dirt is not appropriate for drainage. For drainage trenches or French drains use clean washed gravel or crushed stone because fill dirt holds water and can clog drainage systems. If you need to raise a low spot, use structural fill for elevation and combine it with a proper subdrain system using rock for actual drainage.
Fill dirt is not a surfacing material, so it is not suitable for a finished driveway; crusher fines or gravel are typically better for surfaces and can be more cost-effective long term because they provide stability and drainage. For a low-cost approach, consider a compacted layer of crusher fines; you can use fill dirt only to correct grades before installing the base and surface material.
Stabilized products like polymeric binders or cement-stabilized crusher fines create a hardened surface, but fill dirt is not part of that surfacing system. If you plan to use a stabilized surface, bring your subgrade up with compacted structural fill dirt, then apply the recommended stabilized material on top per product instructions.
The 70/30 idea in gardening usually refers to mixing 70% native soil with 30% compost or amendments; for raised beds you will still need quality topsoil rather than fill dirt, because fill dirt lacks organic matter. If you are building garden beds in Homeland, order fill dirt only for leveling or filling voids and buy topsoil or a soil blend for planting to follow the 70/30 guidance.
Yes, we deliver to Homeland, CA through our local supplier network; service reflects regional sourcing so material appearance may vary. Our minimum order is typically 3 tons, standard delivery requires 2+ business days, and next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee; confirm availability and any delivery charges at checkout or by contacting our team.
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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