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 Montara Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Montara, home to 2,713 residents, sits in a temperate West California region that is part of a larger metro area of 2.5+ million and is growing at about 0.40% annually. With 228 sunny days each year and 34.25 inches of rainfall, homeowners here enjoy outdoor living but also face the need to manage water and soil movement on slopes and yards. That steady, modest growth and the local climate keep demand steady for small-scale grading, foundation backfill, and landscape rework. Homeowners choose quality aggregates like Fill Dirt because the right material improves compaction, slope stability, and drainage performance — all of which reduce erosion and future maintenance on Montara properties.Popular Projects in Montara This Season
- Driveway Base Fill Dirt40 tons
- Raised Yard Fill Dirt20 tons
- Foundation Backfill Fill Dirt50 tons
- Retaining Wall Backfill Fill Dirt12 tons
- Septic Mound Fill Dirt70 tons
Montara Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West California
- 🏘️ Population: 2,713
- 🏡 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 Montara Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Moisture
- Feb–Apr: High Rain Saturation
- May–Sept: Dry Compaction Ideal
- Dec–Jan: Saturated Cold Limits
Summer Tip: Because Montara receives 34.25 inches of rain yearly, compact Fill Dirt in 6-inch lifts and slope soil away from structures to improve drainage and reduce settling. Order 5–10% extra to allow for compaction and settling, and request tailgate spreading at checkout for the driver to assess.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Montara Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Montara.
Costs vary by supplier, but typical pricing components include material (by cubic yard), delivery, and optional tailgate spreading. For Montara's coastal area, expect to pay mainly for the cubic yards you need plus delivery fees if truck access is difficult; for a 1,000 sq ft area raised 4 inches you would need about 12.4 cubic yards (use our calculator at checkout) and should request a delivery quote to see exact charges and any spreading fee.
Fill dirt is mostly subsoil with minimal rock and organic matter, used to bulk-fill and raise grade; gravel is crushed rock used for stability and drainage. For simple leveling to add height or replace eroded soil in Montara, use fill dirt first, then cover with topsoil and sod or add gravel on top if you need a stable, draining surface like a pathway or driveway.
Fill dirt can be used for backfill around foundations and septic systems when it is free of organic material and meets compaction specs, but local building codes often require engineered backfill and staged compaction by a contractor. Suppliers typically deliver bulk fill dirt but do not guarantee compaction; ask a local contractor in Montara to compact in lifts to meet county code and inspection requirements.
Yes, suppliers commonly deliver fill dirt to Montara by tri-axle or similar dump trucks. A tri-axle usually carries about 10 to 12 cubic yards; smaller trucks carry 3 to 6 cubic yards. Delivery fees depend on distance, truck access on narrow Montara streets, and any required maneuvering or permits, so request a site-specific quote at checkout.
Fill dirt alone is not recommended as a final driveway surface because it compacts but lacks long-term stability and drainage. In Montara's coastal climate, use fill dirt to shape and raise the grade if needed, then install a compacted crushed rock base and a top layer of gravel or pavement to provide drainage and durability.
Use this quick formula: cubic yards = (square feet x depth in inches) / 324. For example, to raise 1,000 sq ft by 4 inches: (1,000 x 4) / 324 = about 12.4 cubic yards. Suppliers and our online calculator can convert your dimensions and suggest a small overage (5-10%) to account for settling and grading.
Fill dirt can regrade a yard to direct surface water away from structures, but it does not replace materials designed for subsurface drainage. For drainage trenches, French drains, or areas that need infiltration in Montara's foggy, coastal soils, use gravel or washed rock with geotextile fabric and proper slope to ensure reliable drainage.
You can place fill dirt directly on existing soil for minor grading, but for long-lasting performance especially on slopes or where separating materials is critical, use geotextile fabric and compact the fill in lifts. In Montara's coastal soils, fabric helps prevent mixing with softer native soils and reduces future settlement; plan for compaction in 6-inch lifts for best results.
Some suppliers offer bagged fill dirt for very small jobs, but for anything larger than a few cubic yards, bulk delivery by dump truck is usually more cost-effective in Montara. Bagged options save on handling for tight-access spots but cost more per cubic yard; request both options in your quote to compare total price including delivery and labor.
Montara is in San Mateo County and may require permits for significant grading, fill placement, or changes affecting drainage or coastal bluff areas. Narrow roads, neighborhood parking rules, and county regulations can limit truck access and require traffic control or permits; check with San Mateo County Planning and Building and your local road authority before large deliveries or major grading work.
Fill dirt can contain some organic material, but reputable suppliers in our network source fill dirt intended for construction that is low in organics and suitable for compaction. Because Hello Gravel uses regional suppliers, we encourage customers to request material specifications and photos; if you suspect unusable material, contact customer service promptly and refer to our refund policy for next steps.
Yes, many local contractors in the Montara area provide combined services including delivery coordination, spreading, grading, and compaction. When ordering through Hello Gravel, request spreading at checkout and we can connect you with local contractors or recommend adding a contractor for compaction and finish grading to meet county inspection requirements.
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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