Fill Dirt in Braselton, GA

Prices vary by supplier, season, and moisture content, but delivered fill dirt in the Braselton area typically ranges from about $12 to $30 per cubic yard ($9 to $22 per ton) in 2025. For an exact, up-to-date price for your zip code and delivery options, check Hello Gravel's site or request a quote—local sourcing and trucking affect final cost.

For filling and leveling over clay in Braselton, use a clean, well-graded fill dirt with a mix of sand, silt, and fines that compacts well but does not hold excessive water. For driveway bases, consider a partly coarse fill or a layer of compacted crushed stone under the fill dirt to improve drainage and reduce frost/heave risks in wet periods.

1,000 sq ft raised 4 inches equals about 333 cubic feet, or roughly 12.3 cubic yards of loose material. Allow 10-20% extra for compaction and settlement (so order about 13.5 to 14.8 cubic yards), which converts to roughly 16 to 18 tons depending on moisture and soil density; contact Hello Gravel for exact local ton/yd3 conversions and to account for compaction.

Hello Gravel works with trusted regional suppliers and haulers serving Braselton; standard delivery is generally 2+ business days, with next-day available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. Lead times can stretch to 3-7 business days during wet weather, high demand, or when specialty fill is required; check availability for your zip code at checkout.

Braselton's hot, humid climate and frequent heavy rains increase the risk of saturation and erosion for plain fill dirt, especially on slopes and in high-clay zones. To avoid pooling and washouts, add drainage features, use coarser base materials where needed, compact in lifts, and protect exposed slopes with seed, mulch, or erosion control fabric.

Permit requirements vary by project type and location; simple yard grading often needs no permit, but building pads, septic system fill, and major driveway work commonly require permits or inspections from Braselton or Jackson County. Contact your local building and health departments before ordering fill dirt to confirm permit needs and any compaction, setback, or material specifications.

Compact fill dirt in 4-8 inch lifts using a plate compactor for small jobs or a vibratory roller for larger areas; aim for a consistent, well-compacted base to limit settlement. On slopes, build terraces, use geotextile or erosion controls, and compact more gradually to avoid slippage—hire a contractor for steep or unstable sites.

Fill dirt is cost-effective for bulk grading and raising grade but is not ideal as a final lawn surface because it lacks organic matter for plant growth. Crushed stone provides a stable, draining base for driveways and under septic beds, while topsoil is best for lawn preparation and planting. For many Braselton projects, a layered approach (crushed stone base, compacted fill where needed, and a topsoil cap for lawns) gives the best performance.

Properly placed and compacted fill dirt used behind a stable driveway base or for grading can perform for many years, but it will require some maintenance after heavy storms, including raking, regrading, and adding more material where erosion occurs. Stabilize slopes with seed or erosion control blankets and inspect after big rains to catch washouts early.

Common best practices include keeping fill slopes at safe angles, avoiding placing fill too close to property lines or existing drainageways, and using silt fences, erosion control blankets, or vegetation on exposed soil. In West Georgia's rainy climate, smaller stepped fills, temporary seeding, and prompt mulching reduce runoff and sediment loss while permits or local codes may set specific setback requirements.

Braselton winters are generally mild, so freeze-thaw is less severe than in northern states, but wet, cold conditions can still slow compaction and delivery. Plan major earthwork for drier months when possible, and expect slower cure times and higher moisture content during and after rainy periods; schedule flexible delivery and allow extra time for site prep.

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.