Fill Dirt in Buford, GA

Yes, fill dirt is generally cheaper than crushed gravel because it is a lower-cost, unprocessed soil material used primarily for raising or leveling ground. In Buford and West Georgia you can usually expect fill dirt prices to be noticeably lower per cubic yard than decorative gravel, though final cost depends on delivery distance, truck size, and whether the material is screened or compacted. If you need a finished surface (driveway or paths) you may still need gravel or topsoil on top of the fill dirt.

Delivered fill dirt in West Georgia (Buford area) commonly falls in the range of about $12 to $35 per cubic yard depending on supplier, truck size, and material quality. Using a common conversion (about 1 cubic yard ≈ 1.3 tons), that translates roughly to $9 to $27 per ton. Prices change with local supply and demand, so check your zip code on Hello Gravel for an exact quote.

Using the typical local range of $12 to $35 per cubic yard, 10 cubic yards will usually cost about $120 to $350 delivered before any taxes or service fees. Your final price will vary by supplier, truck size, delivery distance, and whether you request spreading or special access instructions. Use Hello Gravel’s checkout or call our team for an accurate quote for your address in Buford.

Most local tri-axle dump trucks used for Hello Gravel deliveries in Georgia carry about 10 to 14 cubic yards loose, which converts to roughly 13 to 18 tons of fill dirt using a 1.3 tons/yd3 rule of thumb. Larger end-dump or commercial haul trucks may carry 18 to 25 cubic yards, but availability depends on the local hauler serving Buford. Ask your Hello Gravel delivery confirmation if you need a single-load guarantee or a specific truck size.

1 cubic yard = 27 cubic feet and covers about 162 sq ft at 2", 81 sq ft at 4", and 54 sq ft at 6". Using the approximate conversion 1 ton ≈ 0.77 cubic yards, 1 ton covers about 125 sq ft at 2", 62 sq ft at 4", and 42 sq ft at 6". These are approximate coverage figures; expect to order extra for compaction and settling.

Yes, fill dirt is commonly used to raise or level low spots, but it is generally not a finished top layer for lawns because it can be dense and low in organic matter. Measure the area and depth you need to add, calculate cubic yards (area × depth / 27), then add 5–10% extra for compaction and uneven spots. For example, 1,000 sq ft at 2" depth needs about 6.2 cubic yards, so ordering about 7 yards is a safe starting point; consider a top dressing of topsoil or compost for planting.

Cheapest options often come from local, regional suppliers or contractors with nearby borrow pits; reclaimed or bulk unscreened fill dirt is usually least expensive. Hello Gravel’s minimum order is 3 tons; many suppliers or haulers set a minimum in cubic yards (commonly 3–10 yards) depending on delivery distance and truck routing. Enter your zip code on Hello Gravel to see local suppliers, compare prices, and confirm minimums for Buford deliveries.

Labor rates vary, but landscapers and contractors in the Buford area commonly charge about $45 to $90 per hour for general labor, or roughly $8 to $30 per cubic yard to spread and compact material, depending on access, slope, and whether compaction equipment is needed. Small jobs may be charged by the hour while larger jobs are often priced per cubic yard; always get a written estimate that lists spreading, grading, and compaction. Tailgate spreading by the delivery driver may be possible but is at the driver’s discretion and not guaranteed.

A typical full-size pickup can safely haul about 0.5 to 2 cubic yards of loose fill dirt depending on bed size and the vehicle’s payload limit; many homeowners only load 1 cubic yard or less to stay within safe weight limits. By contrast, a tri-axle dump truck used for deliveries in the Buford area typically carries about 10 to 14 cubic yards per load. Always check your vehicle’s payload rating before hauling and use a professional delivery for larger amounts.

Ten cubic yards equals 270 cubic feet and will cover about 1,620 sq ft at 2" depth, 810 sq ft at 4" depth, or 540 sq ft at 6" depth. For a 1,000 sq ft area you’ll need roughly 6.2 cubic yards for 2" depth, 12.3 cubic yards for 4" depth, and 18.5 cubic yards for 6" depth; round up 5–10% to allow for compaction and uneven ground when ordering. Use Hello Gravel’s calculator or request a quote for exact pricing and delivery options in Buford.

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!

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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.