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 Placerville Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Placerville is a growing community of 31,430 residents in West California, experiencing steady development with a 2.75% annual growth rate. Situated in hardiness zone 8b and enjoying 228 sunny days a year alongside 34.25 inches of annual rainfall, the city balances dry summers with a reliable wet season. That combination drives steady demand for quality aggregates: homeowners and local contractors need materials to level lots, raise grades, shore up driveways, and prepare pads for sheds, patios, and additions. With steady population growth and ongoing infrastructure work across the metro area, Placerville homeowners look for reliable materials that minimize settling, control erosion during rainy months, and perform well under frequent sun exposure.Popular Projects in Placerville This Season
- Backyard Grade Fill Dirt12 tons
- House Pad Fill Dirt120 tons
- Retaining Wall Backfill Fill Dirt35 tons
- Septic Mound Fill Dirt28 tons
- Driveway Approach Fill Dirt22 tons
Placerville Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West California
- 🏘️ Population: 31,430
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.5+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.25 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 2.75% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Placerville Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Moisture
- Feb–Apr: Wet Spring Limits
- May–Sept: Dry Summer Compaction
- Dec–Jan: Saturated Winter Soil
Summer Tip: For Placerville’s mix of sun and 34.25 inches of rain, use clean, low-organic fill dirt compacted in 4–6 inch lifts to reduce settling and improve drainage.
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Orders Under 5 Tons - Add 20% extra to your estimated gravel needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Placerville Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Placerville.
Yes. Fill dirt is usually cheaper than topsoil because it is mainly subsoil without the organic matter that makes topsoil more valuable. In Placerville prices can vary by supplier and haul distance, so expect lower per-yard costs for fill dirt but get a local quote for accurate pricing.
A cubic yard of fill dirt typically weighs about 1.2 to 1.4 tons depending on moisture and compaction. Visually, one cubic yard is a 3 ft by 3 ft by 3 ft pile and will cover about 324 sq ft at 1 inch depth, or about 108 sq ft at 3 inches.
Most tri-axle dump trucks used in the area haul roughly 8 to 12 cubic yards of loose fill dirt, depending on local truck size and how the load is measured. Compaction on site will reduce the final volume, so plan for some settlement.
As a rule of thumb, a 10 cubic yard load will raise an area about 1,080 sq ft by 1/3 inch per cubic yard or roughly 1080 sq ft at 3 inches of depth when spread evenly. Exact coverage depends on required depth and how much compaction you need, so measure the area and desired finished depth before ordering.
Prices fluctuate with local supply, haul distance, and seasonal demand; in the Placerville area delivered fill dirt often falls within a moderate range but can vary. For an accurate price, use Hello Gravel to check availability and get a local quote based on your zip code and minimum order (3 tons).
Yes, fill dirt can be used as part of a driveway subgrade, but you should use compacted, well-draining material for the base and avoid placing topsoil under pavement. In Placerville's foothill climate, remove organic topsoil, install compacted fill in 4 to 8 inch lifts, and add a gravel base for drainage and load-bearing.
For most landscaping and driveway installs on fill dirt, you do not need a full layer of sand before gravel; instead, focus on a compacted fill subgrade and a crushed-rock base. Sand may be used in specific finishing applications like pavers, but for gravel paths or driveways a compacted aggregate base is usually better in Placerville's conditions.
You can, but performance improves if you first compact the fill dirt and, when needed, add a base layer of coarser aggregate to improve drainage and prevent rutting. In Placerville with seasonal rains, compacting in lifts and ensuring good drainage will reduce washout and settling under the gravel.
Rodents can dig in loose, uncompacted soil, so properly compacted fill dirt makes burrowing harder. If pests are a concern in Placerville, compact fills in layers, avoid leaving soft loose piles near structures, and consider geotextile or pipe barriers around sensitive areas.
For minor grade changes near a foundation, add fill in thin lifts (2 to 4 inches) and compact each lift to avoid settlement. Avoid placing fill soil directly against foundation walls without proper drainage and follow local building codes—consult a contractor or building department in Placerville for foundation-specific requirements.
Save money by ordering local material in larger volumes, scheduling deliveries during off-peak times, and reusing on-site soils if suitable. Hello Gravel can help compare local suppliers and delivery options so you get competitive pricing and avoid extra haul fees.
Contact Hello Gravel as soon as possible to request changes; we will do our best to accommodate requests before processing and dispatch. Because suppliers and trucks are scheduled, modifications may be limited once an order is loaded or dispatched.
Measure the area (length x width) and the depth you want to add in feet, multiply to get cubic feet, then divide by 27 to convert to cubic yards. Account for compaction by adding 10 to 20% extra, or use Hello Gravel's material calculator for a quick local estimate.
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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