Fill Dirt in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL

Prices vary by supplier, truck size, and distance from source, but expect a typical range of about $10 to $35 per ton for basic fill dirt in the Ponte Vedra Beach area. Hello Gravel has a minimum order of 3 tons and offers transparent quotes online, so check your ZIP code for exact pricing and any delivery fees. For large orders or full truckloads you may see lower per-ton pricing; request a quote to compare options.

For driveways in Ponte Vedra Beach you should use compactable, clayey fill or a mixed fill that includes some fines to help bind the surface. Pure sandy fill drains well but does not compact to a stable base, so pair fill dirt with a stable base layer like crusher-run or crushed stone before the driving surface. Ask suppliers for recommendations based on your driveway plan and whether compaction or geotextile underlay is recommended.

Fill dirt can be used for non-structural backfill, but for foundations and structural fills on sandy coastal lots it often must meet engineered specifications and compaction requirements. Local building codes and your engineer may require specific gradation, controlled compaction, and testing (compaction tests) before signoff. Always check plans with your structural engineer and St. Johns County building department before using generic fill.

Use this formula: area (sq ft) x depth (ft) / 27 = cubic yards. For example, raising 1,000 sq ft by 6 inches (0.5 ft) needs 1,000 x 0.5 / 27 = about 18.5 cubic yards. Fill dirt typically weighs about 2,200 to 2,800 lb per cubic yard (roughly 1.1 to 1.4 tons per yd3), so that example equals about 20 to 26 tons; ask your Hello Gravel quote for exact tonnage based on local material density.

Hello Gravel standard delivery is 2+ business days, with next-day delivery available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee; same-day delivery is rare and depends on local supplier and truck availability. The platform minimum order is 3 tons, though some suppliers or trucks may prefer larger loads; contact us or request a quote to see if expedited or same-day options exist in your ZIP code.

Fill dirt used as general fill or a non-structural base will generally perform for years but may settle over time, especially in sandy coastal soils and after heavy rainfall. For driveway base longevity you should use properly compacted engineered fill and a drainage-capable base layer like crushed stone; without proper compaction and drainage, expect more frequent settling and maintenance in Ponte Vedra Beach’s climate.

For drainage and erosion control in Ponte Vedra Beach, crushed stone or gravel is usually the better choice because it allows water to move through and stabilizes slopes. Fill dirt is best for raising grades and filling low spots but does not provide reliable drainage and can erode if exposed. Many projects use a combination: engineered fill to set grade and stone/gravel for drainage layers and erosion protection.

Sandy lots near Ponte Vedra Beach can be challenging to compact to structural standards; wet sand compacts poorly and may require drying, staged placement, and mechanical compaction. Contractors may add fines, stabilized fill mixes, or use geotextile fabrics and compaction equipment to achieve required density. We recommend hiring a local compaction contractor and getting compaction testing if the area is for structural use.

Costs vary with scope, equipment, and accessibility, but expect tailgate spreading by a truck driver to be low or complimentary at their discretion, while contracted spreading and compaction by a contractor typically runs from about $8 to $25 per cubic yard or $75 to $200 per hour depending on machinery. Get multiple local quotes and ask if rates include hauling, spreading, compaction passes, and disposal of excess material for a clear comparison.

Yes. Ponte Vedra Beach is in St. Johns County and much of the area is coastal or in regulated flood zones, so raising grades or using fill for construction often triggers permitting, elevation, stormwater, and environmental review. Structural fills commonly require engineered plans, specified material, and compaction testing for building permits, so consult your civil engineer and the St. Johns County Building Department early in your project. Hello Gravel can supply material but is not a substitute for engineer-specified fill or permit requirements.

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.