Fill Dirt in Cedar Grove, FL

Typical delivered prices in the Cedar Grove area range roughly from $15 to $40 per cubic yard, depending on supplier, haul distance, and moisture/compaction of the material. Local market factors (season, availability) and whether you need spreading or compaction will change the final price. Note that Hello Gravel has a minimum order of 3 tons and standard delivery is scheduled for 2+ business days.

A tri-axle dump truck in this area typically carries about 10 to 12 cubic yards loose; supply-only cost for a truckload is commonly $150 to $480 delivered in Cedar Grove. Professional spreading and basic grading usually add another $100 to $400 depending on access and job complexity, and drivers may do tailgate spreading at their discretion but it is not guaranteed. Ask Hello Gravel for a bundled truckload plus spreading estimate for your address.

Use the rule of thumb: cubic yards = area (sq ft) × depth (in) / 324. For 1,000 sq ft that equals about 6.2 yd3 at 2", 12.3 yd3 at 4", and 18.5 yd3 at 6". Fill dirt in Cedar Grove typically weighs about 1.2–1.4 tons per cubic yard, so a 4" raise is ~15–18 tons; supply cost at $15–$40/yd3 would be roughly $185–$490 before delivery or spreading. Always order about 10% extra to allow for settling and compaction.

Per cubic yard, fill dirt is usually cheaper than decorative or driveway-grade gravel, but it is not designed as a wearing surface. For a driveway or any area with vehicular traffic, order crushed stone or base rock rather than fill dirt; use fill dirt only to build grade under the gravel or sod. For yard leveling under turf in Cedar Grove, fill dirt works as a subgrade but cap with topsoil for growing grass.

Fill dirt is suited to bulk grading and raising low spots but lacks organic matter and nutrients needed to grow grass. For lawns, place 3–4 inches of quality topsoil or a topsoil/topdressing blend over the fill dirt as the planting layer. In Florida's sandy soils, a good topsoil cap improves moisture retention and seed/sod establishment.

A full-size pickup bed can physically hold about 1 cubic yard, but the weight of fill dirt (roughly 1.2–1.4 tons per yd3) will usually exceed a consumer pickup's safe payload and can damage the vehicle. For safety and practicality—and because Hello Gravel's minimum is 3 tons—use a dump truck delivery for most Cedar Grove orders. Dump truck delivery also avoids multiple trips and reduces the risk of road or vehicle damage.

Typical tri-axle dump trucks operating in Florida carry about 10–12 cubic yards loose, which is roughly 12–16 tons depending on moisture content and material density. As an example, raising a 1,000 sq ft area by 4" needs about 12.3 yd3 (around one truckload), while larger or deeper projects can require multiple loads. Confirm local truck sizes and payloads with Hello Gravel when you place an order.

Alternatives include crushed concrete (recycled concrete aggregate), crusher run/base rock, coarse sand, and engineered structural fill. Crushed concrete and base rock compact well and are often preferable for driveways and structural bases, while sand or engineered fills may be better where high water table or drainage is a concern in Florida. Prices and availability vary locally, so ask Hello Gravel about nearby suppliers and whether a recycled or engineered option fits your project and budget.

Labor to spread and compact fill dirt is commonly billed per truckload or by the hour; modest residential jobs often run about $150 to $600 per truckload depending on access, slope, and equipment required. Compaction equipment (plate compactors or small rollers) and additional prep such as removing vegetation or grading can increase the price. For an accurate quote, get an on-site estimate from a local contractor or request spreading options at checkout with Hello Gravel.

One cubic yard of gravel covers about 324 sq ft at 1" depth, about 108 sq ft at 3" depth, and about 54 sq ft at 6" depth. Because different gravel types have different densities, one ton is roughly 0.6–1.4 cubic yards depending on material; always check the material spec when calculating coverage. Delivered gravel prices in the Cedar Grove area commonly range from $25 to $60 per cubic yard; contact Hello Gravel with your zip code for an exact price and delivery availability.