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 University Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
University is a growing community with a population of 48,600 and part of a wider metro area of 2.5+ million. With a steady growth rate of 2.50% annually, homeowners and small builders are actively reshaping yards and lots—creating demand for reliable bulk materials for grading, foundation backfill, and site prep. The local climate supports year-round projects: University averages 228 sunny days per year and an annual rainfall of 34.00 inches, and sits in Hardiness Zone 8b. That combination of sun and seasonal rain means homeowners need materials that compact well, shed water when needed, and resist settling over time. For DIYers and contractors alike, quality aggregates reduce rework and make landscaping and building projects more predictable. Fill Dirt is the practical choice for raising grade, filling low spots, and creating a stable base under patios, driveways, and foundations. Properly sourced fill dirt has low organic content and compacts to provide long-term support while working with local drainage patterns—important given University’s 34.00 inches of annual rainfall. With 228 sunny days each year, properly placed and compacted fill dirt dries and stabilizes faster, helping projects move on schedule. Hello Gravel connects you to local suppliers and professional dump truck delivery, so you get regionally sourced fill dirt with clear pricing and scheduled delivery options to fit your timeline.Popular Projects in University This Season
- Yard Grade Fill Dirt15 tons
- Driveway Subgrade Fill Dirt40 tons
- Shed Pad Fill Dirt8 tons
- Septic Drainfield Fill Dirt35 tons
- Pool Backfill Fill Dirt25 tons
University Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West Florida
- 🏘️ Population: 48,600
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.5+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.00 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 2.50% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for University Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Compaction
- Feb–Apr: Moderate Moisture Window
- May–Sept: Heavy Rain Risk
- Dec–Jan: Dry Winter Compaction
Summer Tip: Choose fill dirt with low organic content and plan for mechanical compaction; in University’s climate (34.00 inches annual rainfall, 228 sunny days/year), compacted fill dirt with a slight slope improves drainage and reduces settling.
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5+ Ton Orders - Add around 10% to ensure enough additional material on hand.
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Frequently Asked Questions - University Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in University.
In University (West Florida), fill dirt prices typically range based on quantity and supplier, but expect roughly $12 to $40 per cubic yard or about $40 to $120 per ton for common local sources. Prices vary with regional supply, truck delivery fees, and site access; use Hello Gravel's checkout to get a local quote and see delivery included when available.
Fill dirt is subsoil screened to remove large debris and organic material and is used to raise grade, fill holes, and create stable ground beneath lawns or slabs. In University, FL, it is commonly used for grading after construction, filling low spots in yards, and creating a stable base before topsoil or gravel is added.
A typical tri-axle dump truck load in this region carries about 10 to 12 cubic yards and cost depends on material price plus delivery; expect roughly $150 to $700 per load depending on volume, distance, and supplier. Hello Gravel connects you to local haulers and shows upfront pricing for truckloads during checkout so you can compare options.
Yes, fill dirt is generally cheaper than decorative gravel because it is a basic subsoil product with fewer processing needs. Gravel has higher value for drainage and aesthetics, so expect gravel to cost significantly more per cubic yard than fill dirt in the University area.
Fill dirt is fine-textured subsoil used to raise grade and provide bulk; it does not drain as well or look finished. Gravel is crushed rock used for drainage, driveways, and finished surfaces; choose fill dirt to build volume or grade and gravel where drainage or a finished surface is needed.
One cubic yard fills a space about 3 feet long by 3 feet wide by 3 feet deep, roughly the size of a small washing machine footprint at 3 feet high. On delivery, a single cubic yard forms a modest pile you can spread with a shovel; contractors typically order multiple cubic yards for projects because one yard covers little area when spread out.
The 70/30 rule (70% topsoil, 30% compost) is for planting mixes and does not apply to fill dirt, which is subsoil and not a planting medium. If you are preparing garden beds in University, mix quality topsoil and compost per the 70/30 or similar guidance, and use fill dirt only for grading or underlayment where plant growth is not required.
To raise 1,000 square feet by 3 inches you need about 9 cubic yards of fill dirt (area in sq ft times depth in feet divided by 27). Hello Gravel's material calculator can convert your measurements and recommend a safe order size; consider ordering 5% to 10% extra for compaction and settling.
Schedule delivery with Hello Gravel at least 2 business days ahead or select next-day if available and ordered before the cutoff; note most deliveries arrive by tri-axle dump trucks and drivers may perform tailgate spreading at their discretion. Make sure the drop zone is accessible, clear overhead obstacles, and mark any underground utilities before delivery to avoid delays.
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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