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 San Jose Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
San Jose's city population is 908,286 and it sits at the heart of a larger metro area of 2.5+ million residents. With a modest growth rate of 0.70% annually and a temperate Bay Area climate (hardiness zone 8b), homeowners here manage a mix of sunny conditions and seasonal rain—about 225 sunny days per year and 34.50 inches of annual rainfall. That combination drives steady demand for construction and landscaping: grading for drainage, raising yards to prevent ponding, preparing bases for patios and driveways, and building retaining walls. For these projects, reliable, properly screened fill dirt matters because it sets grades, supports structures, and influences drainage more than decorative topsoil. San Jose homeowners want materials that reflect local soil behavior and arrive on schedule to keep projects on time.Popular Projects in San Jose This Season
- Backyard Grade Fill Dirt20 tons
- Foundation Backfill Fill Dirt80 tons
- Driveway Subgrade Fill Dirt45 tons
- Retaining Wall Backfill Fill Dirt35 tons
- Lot Pad Raise Fill Dirt160 tons
San Jose Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: San Francisco-Oakland, CA
- 🏘️ Population: 908,286
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.5+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.50 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 225/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 0.70% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for San Jose Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Moisture
- Feb–Apr: High Moisture Risk
- May–Sept: Dry Compaction Ideal
- Dec–Jan: Poor Wet Compaction
Summer Tip: Choose screened, well-draining fill dirt for backfill and low spots; compact it in thin lifts and verify slope for runoff before planting.
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Frequently Asked Questions - San Jose Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in San Jose.
Delivered fill dirt in San Jose commonly runs about $18 to $40 per ton, depending on screening, moisture, and haul distance. Because density varies, expect roughly $25 to $60 per cubic yard delivered; tighter site access, short-notice delivery, or extra handling can push the cost higher.
Hello Gravel connects you with local landscape yards, construction material suppliers, and construction-recycling yards that deliver screened fill dirt in San Jose and Santa Clara County. To get supplier names, up-to-date pricing, and delivery options for your zip code, use our site or contact our sales team so we can match you with nearby haulers.
A good rule of thumb is 1 cubic yard of loose fill dirt equals about 1.2 to 1.5 tons; compacted fill can be 1.4 to 1.7 tons per cubic yard. For a quick estimate, multiply area (sq ft) by depth (ft) and divide by 27 to get cubic yards, then multiply by 1.3 to convert to tons; our online calculator can do this automatically for accuracy.
For structural use under driveways and foundations, use engineered, well-graded compactable fill (commonly called '3/4-inch minus' or similar) rather than loose topsoil or clay-rich material. Typical compaction targets for engineered fills are 90% to 95% of standard (Modified Proctor) or as specified by your geotechnical engineer; always follow the project engineer and local building department for final specs.
Small residential deliveries are usually allowed, but larger fills, grading work, or long-term stockpiles may require permits, grading plans, or erosion and sediment control measures from the City of San Jose or Santa Clara County. Permit thresholds and haul-route restrictions vary by project size and location, so contact the City of San Jose Planning/Building Department or the County before ordering large volumes.
Plain fill dirt is designed as bulk subsoil, not a drainage layer; for drainage and slope stabilization, use free-draining granular materials (crushed rock or Class II base) or engineered fill mixes specified by a geotechnical engineer. In Bay Area clay conditions, avoid adding clay-rich fill at grade—use granular backfill and proper drainage layers to reduce settlement and water retention.
Fill dirt is the least expensive option but performs poorly as a finished surface—it compacts, erodes, and grows weeds. Decomposed granite offers a more stable, attractive surface for patios and paths, while crushed rock provides the best drainage and load-bearing for driveways; both cost more than basic fill dirt but deliver far better long-term performance.
Typical deliveries use tri-axle dump trucks that end-dump on-site; pneumatic bulk trucks are less common for fill dirt. Drivers may offer tailgate spreading at their discretion; narrow driveways, stairs, or difficult offloads can incur extra fees or require smaller trucks. Hello Gravel coordinates with local haulers to identify access issues and any additional charges before delivery.
Compacted fill dirt used as a finished surface will degrade relatively quickly in hot, dry summers: expect dust, erosion, rutting, and weed growth within one season unless stabilized. For low maintenance, cover with gravel, decomposed granite, pavement, or vegetation and regrade and recompact low spots as needed.
Both recycled construction fill and virgin quarried fill are available in the Bay Area; recycled material is often 10% to 25% cheaper but can vary in composition and may contain more fines or debris. Always request a material description or test report from the supplier and disclose intended use so you get material that meets performance needs and regulatory requirements.
Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum order and standard delivery lead time of two or more business days, with a next-day option for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. Add access notes and spreading requests at checkout, check local permit needs for large fills, and contact our team if you need help estimating quantities or scheduling a suitable delivery window.
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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