Fill Dirt in Howey-in-the-Hills, FL

Prices vary by supplier, season, and moisture content, so the best way to know is to get a Hello Gravel quote for your zip code. We require a 3-ton minimum and typically deliver by dump truck; a single tri-axle delivery usually carries several cubic yards, but exact cost depends on volume and distance. Use our site to check availability and pricing or contact our team for a detailed estimate.

Generally, fill dirt is less expensive than crushed gravel because it is an unprocessed material with lower production costs. Local factors in Howey-in-the-Hills, such as hauling distance, demand, and seasonal availability, can affect price, so check Hello Gravel for current local pricing. If you need a finished surface, remember to budget for a gravel or topsoil layer on top of the fill dirt.

Use volume to calculate coverage: cubic yards = (area in sq ft * depth in inches) / 324, and then convert to tons using roughly 1.2 tons per cubic yard for typical fill dirt. For a quick example, 1 ton of fill dirt will cover about 40 to 60 sq ft at a 3-inch depth depending on compaction. For accurate estimates for your Howey-in-the-Hills project, enter your dimensions into our material calculator or contact customer service.

Fill dirt is mostly subsoil used to raise ground levels and fill voids; it contains fines and may include sand and clay. Gravel is crushed rock or rounded stone used for drainage and stable surfaces. In Howey-in-the-Hills, use fill dirt to build up grades and gravel where you need a durable driving or walking surface.

Cost depends on desired depth, compaction, and whether you need hauling or spreading. Calculate volume first (use the cubic yard formula) and then request a Hello Gravel quote—our pricing page will show local rates and any volume discounts. Don't forget to add compaction labor or a gravel top layer if you want a finished driveway.

Two inches is generally too thin for reliable grading because fill dirt settles over time and will compress. For modest grading or to correct small depressions, aim for at least 4 to 6 inches placed in lifts and compacted; deeper corrections should be done in multiple compacted lifts. Local rainfall in West Florida makes proper compaction and drainage especially important.

First decide on the depth you need. For example, at 6 inches deep: cubic yards = (1,000 * 6) / 324 = about 18.5 yd3, which converts to roughly 22 to 24 tons of fill dirt. Use our material calculator or provide your dimensions to Hello Gravel for a precise quantity and price.

One cubic yard is a cube 3 feet on each side (3' x 3' x 3'), roughly the size of a large washing machine or a small sofa. When loose it will pile higher; after compaction it will occupy less height. Visualizing a 3'x3'x3' cube is the easiest way to picture a yard of material for a Howey-in-the-Hills project.

Trailer capacities vary by design and legal weight limits, so check your trailer's GVWR before loading. A 7x14 bed could physically hold several cubic yards in loose volume, but because fill dirt is heavy you may be limited to 3 to 6 cubic yards by weight rather than space. For larger needs in Howey-in-the-Hills, we recommend ordering by the yard or ton and using a professional delivery.

Fill dirt density varies with moisture and composition, but a common rule of thumb is about 1.1 to 1.35 tons per cubic yard. Use 1.2 tons/yd3 as a reasonable estimate when planning. For precise weight calculations for trucking or permits in Howey-in-the-Hills, ask your Hello Gravel quote to include weight estimates.

Yes, fill dirt will settle, especially if placed too quickly or over organic soils. Proper placement in 4-8 inch lifts with compaction speeds up stabilization; final settlement can occur over months to a year depending on depth and site conditions. For projects near structures or steep slopes in the rolling terrain around Howey-in-the-Hills, consider engineered fill and consult local building officials.

You can put gravel over fill dirt, but the fill should be compacted and graded first to prevent uneven settling and washouts. In Howey-in-the-Hills, use a compacted base and consider a geotextile fabric to separate fine fill from the gravel if drainage is a concern. If the fill sits on soft organic material, remove or stabilize that layer before laying gravel.

Yes, compaction is typically necessary to reduce future settlement and provide a stable base for structures, driveways, and lawns. Compact in lifts (usually 4 to 8 inches) using a plate compactor or roller, and verify with a contractor for load-bearing areas. Because West Florida soils can be sandy and influenced by seasonal rain, proper compaction and drainage planning are especially important.

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.