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 Sunnyvale Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Sunnyvale (population 135,986) sits in the heart of Silicon Valley and is experiencing steady growth (0.40% annually). The city enjoys a mild, sun-rich climate with about 228 sunny days per year, tempered by roughly 34.25 inches of annual rainfall and a hardiness zone of 8b. That mix of sunny summers and wet winters, along with ongoing residential renovation and infill development, keeps demand high for dependable bulk materials. Homeowners and contractors often need Fill Dirt to raise grades, build level pads for sheds and patios, backfill foundations, and correct drainage paths. For these uses, a low-organic, compactable Fill Dirt helps reduce future settling and protects landscaping investments in Sunnyvale’s variable conditions. Fill Dirt is particularly well suited to Sunnyvale’s environment when it is clean, coarse, and compacted in lifts. Low-organic Fill Dirt provides stable support through the city’s wet winters and dry summers and improves surface grading to prevent pooling during the 34.25 inches of annual rainfall. Hello Gravel connects you with regional suppliers and professional haulers so you get locally sourced Fill Dirt delivered on your schedule. Use our material calculator and expert guidance to estimate tons, choose the right spec for structural fills or yard grading, and plan deliveries that fit your project timeline.Popular Projects in Sunnyvale This Season
- Backyard Grade Fill Dirt40 tons
- ADU Pad Fill Dirt150 tons
- Foundation Backfill Fill Dirt60 tons
- Raised Garden Fill Dirt8 tons
- Retaining Wall Fill Dirt45 tons
Sunnyvale Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: San Francisco-Oakland, CA
- 🏘️ Population: 135,986
- 🏡 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 Sunnyvale Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Moisture
- Feb–Apr: High Rain Saturation
- May–Sept: Dry Summer Compaction
- Dec–Jan: Poor Winter Compaction
Summer Tip: For Sunnyvale projects, request low-organic, compactable Fill Dirt and compact in 4–6-inch lifts to minimize future settling; add a thin gravel layer under pavers or lawn areas to improve drainage.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Sunnyvale Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Sunnyvale.
Delivered fill dirt prices in Sunnyvale typically vary by supplier, truck distance, moisture content, and whether the material is screened. Expect a rough range of about $10 to $30 per ton (roughly $13 to $40 per cubic yard) as a starting estimate; for an exact, up-to-date price get a local quote through Hello Gravel and enter your zip code. Remember Hello Gravel minimum orders start at 3 tons and next-day delivery may cost extra.
A common rule of thumb for Bay Area fill dirt is 1 cubic yard ≈ 1.2 to 1.5 tons depending on moisture and compaction; 1.3 tons/yd3 is a good working estimate. To calculate: multiply your cubic yards by the conversion factor (example: 10 cu yd × 1.3 = 13 tons). Use Hello Gravel's material calculator or contact our team for a project-specific estimate.
Hello Gravel connects you with local Sunnyvale and Bay Area suppliers and haulers rather than using company-branded trucks. Minimums vary by supplier and route but Hello Gravel requires a minimum order of 3 tons; many local haulers prefer 5 to 10 tons for tri-axle deliveries. Enter your zip code on our site or call our team to see which suppliers service your address and their specific minimums.
For sites with clay/loam common to Sunnyvale, a combination approach works best: use structural fill dirt for bulk elevation changes, then add a granular drainage layer (clean crushed rock or 3/4" road base) directly under driveways or paver patios. Screened fill helps with compaction, but avoid using only organic topsoil where drainage or load-bearing is needed. Consider geotextile fabric between native clay and the granular layer to reduce mixing and improve drainage.
Permit needs depend on the scope: adding large volumes that change property grade, affect drainage, or exceed site-specific thresholds may trigger building or grading permits from the City of Sunnyvale and Santa Clara County. Typical requirements can include a grading permit, erosion and sediment control plan, and compaction testing for structural fills. Always contact the Sunnyvale Building Division or check local code before ordering large amounts; Hello Gravel can help you estimate quantities while you confirm permits.
Local contractors compact fill dirt in thin lifts (commonly 4 to 6 inches loose) and test compaction for driveways or structural areas; they place a compacted granular base under driveways and paver patios for strength and drainage. For landscaping, contractors often cap fill dirt with 4 to 6 inches of topsoil or planting mix. Discuss project use with your contractor and request compaction specs before delivery.
Sunnyvale's wet winters and dry summers mean fill dirt can settle and erode during heavy rains unless properly compacted and protected. To reduce problems, compact in lifts, use erosion control (mulch, straw, silt fence), and plan drainage so water flows away from filled areas. Avoid placing topsoil or vegetation on freshly placed fill until it has settled and been properly graded and compacted.
Common alternatives include decomposed granite (DG), crushed rock/road base, and topsoil. DG is great for walkways and patios but is not structural for driveways; crushed rock provides excellent drainage and load-bearing for driveways but costs more than raw fill dirt; topsoil is best for planting but contains organics that compress and settle and should not be used as structural fill. Choose based on whether you need drainage, structural support, or planting-friendly material.
Measure the area and depth, use a conversion factor (1 cu yd ≈ 1.3 tons) to estimate tons, and check local permit requirements before ordering. Select a delivery date at checkout, note access constraints in Order Notes, and request tailgate spreading if desired (drivers may do it at their discretion). If you need help, call Hello Gravel at 855-241-8884 or text 844-407-3734 for guidance and an accurate quote.
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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