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 Tampa Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Tampa is a rapidly growing coastal city with a city population of 696,258 and a metro area population of 3.2+ million, and it is expanding at about 1.10% annually. Located in a subtropical climate (USDA hardiness zone 9b) with 246 sunny days per year and annual rainfall of 46.00 inches, Tampa sees steady residential development and outdoor projects year-round. That steady growth plus frequent stormwater considerations creates consistent demand for reliable aggregates to support grading, foundation backfill, and landscape build-ups. Homeowners increasingly look for quality fill materials to stabilize yards, raise low spots, prepare for patios and sheds, and prevent erosion—especially where new construction, driveways, and drainage improvements are underway.Popular Projects in Tampa This Season
- Driveway Base Fill Dirt18 tons
- Patio Subgrade Fill Dirt8 tons
- Raised Garden Bed Fill Dirt4 tons
- Lot Grading Fill Dirt250 tons
- Pool Backfill Fill Dirt30 tons
Tampa Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: Tampa-St. Petersburg, FL
- 🏘️ Population: 696,258
- 🏡 Metro Area: 3.2+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 46.00 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 246/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 9b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 1.10% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Tampa Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Temps
- Feb–Apr: Ideal Moisture Levels
- May–Sept: Too Much Heat
- Dec–Jan: Slow Winter Curing
Summer Tip: Because Tampa receives 46.00 inches of rain annually, compact fill dirt in 4–6 inch lifts and slope it away from foundations to improve drainage and reduce settling.
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Orders Under 5 Tons - Add 20% extra to your estimated gravel needs.
5+ Ton Orders - Add around 10% to ensure enough additional material on hand.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Tampa Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Tampa.
Fill dirt prices in the Tampa area typically range from about $10 to $30 per ton depending on supplier, whether it is screened or engineered, and local availability. Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum; standard delivery is 2+ business days and next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST with an additional fee. Delivery fees or free delivery depend on the supplier and your ZIP code, so check your quote for exact pricing and timing.
Many Tampa-area suppliers carry both basic (unscreened) fill dirt and higher-grade screened or engineered fill dirt, but availability varies by supplier. Hello Gravel connects you with local suppliers and will show which partners offer optional services like tailgate spreading; note that spreading by the driver is at their discretion and not guaranteed, and for guaranteed spreading or grading you may need to hire a local contractor.
Tampa’s sandy native soils drain quickly, which helps reduce prolonged saturation, but the region also has a relatively high water table and heavy rainfall that can limit compaction and cause settling. For yards or driveways you may need engineered fill, proper compaction in thin lifts (4-6 inches), and attention to drainage or geotextile fabrics to reduce settlement and pump-up during storms. For driveways, a structural base (crusher run or base rock) is usually recommended on top of any fill dirt.
Calculate cubic yards: area (sq ft) x depth (ft) / 27, then convert to tons (use about 1.2 tons per cubic yard for typical fill dirt). Example: a 1,200 sq ft driveway raised 4 inches (0.333 ft) needs 1,200 x 0.333 / 27 = 14.8 cubic yards, or roughly 18 tons of fill dirt; for 6 inches that same area needs about 27 tons. Always order a bit extra (5-10%) to account for compaction and grading losses and confirm conversion with your supplier.
Bringing in large volumes of fill or changing existing grades can trigger permitting requirements in Tampa and Hillsborough County, especially if the work affects stormwater flow, wetlands, or FEMA flood zones. Check with the City of Tampa Development Services or Hillsborough County Environmental Protection for grading, fill, and erosion control permits, and review any HOA rules that may apply. If your project is for flood mitigation, you may also need engineering approval or coordination with local agencies.
No; fill dirt is intended for raising grade and backfill and is not a structural paving base. Crusher run or base rock provides compaction, load distribution, and drainage that driveways and parking pads need in Tampa’s climate, so using fill dirt alone will likely lead to rutting and settling. A common approach is to use fill dirt to set grades and then install a compacted base rock layer where vehicle loads are expected.
Costs vary by job size, equipment, and site access; small jobs may see flat rates of a few hundred dollars for spreading and compaction, while larger projects are often priced by the hour or by machine day. Expect equipment/operator rates (skid steer, mini-excavator, compactor) commonly in the range of $75 to $150 per hour in the Tampa market, but get multiple itemized quotes that include mobilization, labor, and materials. Hello Gravel can handle material delivery while you hire a local contractor for guaranteed spreading and compaction if needed.
Properly placed and well-compacted fill dirt used only as a grade or low-load subgrade can perform acceptably for years, but longevity depends on compaction quality, drainage, and whether a proper structural base is used. Under pavers, a compacted fill subgrade with a layer of crushed stone usually lasts many seasons; under asphalt, a compacted engineered subbase (not bare fill dirt) is required for long-term performance. Expect natural settling over time and plan for proper drainage and occasional maintenance after heavy storms.
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.
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