Fill Dirt in Lincolnton, GA

Delivered fill dirt prices in the Lincolnton area typically range from about $8 to $20 per ton, or roughly $20 to $50 per cubic yard, depending on source, moisture content, and trucking distance. Prices vary by supplier and job specifics, so get a quote for your zip code for an accurate price.

Hello Gravel connects you with local quarries and truckers in the West Georgia area rather than selling directly; minimums depend on the supplier but Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum order. For larger projects suppliers often set higher minimums, so check availability and minimums for your zip code at checkout or call our team.

Standard delivery is scheduled at least 2 business days out, with next-day delivery available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. Deliveries are usually made with tri-axle dump trucks; belly-dump or pup trailers may be used in select areas but are less common for residential drops.

Fill dirt generally weighs about 1.2 to 1.5 tons per cubic yard depending on moisture and compaction. As examples: 500 sq ft at 6 inches needs about 9.3 cubic yards (roughly 11 to 14 tons); 1,500 sq ft at 4 inches needs about 18.5 cubic yards (roughly 22 to 28 tons).

Fill dirt is suitable for bulk grading and raising low areas but is not ideal where drainage or structural support is required because it compacts poorly and can retain moisture in Lincolnton's humid climate. For areas that need good drainage or a stable base (driveways, shed pads), combine fill dirt with crushed stone or use engineered fill.

Crushed stone or road base is the better choice for driveways and shed bases because it drains and locks together for strength. Fill dirt is cheaper for filling and grading, but it should be capped with a proper aggregate base for load-bearing or paving applications.

Pros place fill dirt in 4- to 6-inch lifts and compact each lift with a plate compactor or roller to reduce settling. Contractor labor and equipment rates in the region vary; expect labor plus compaction to add roughly $1 to $3 per sq ft for a typical small project, though exact costs depend on access, slope, and site prep.

When used alone under drive surfaces, fill dirt can settle and wash out, requiring spot repairs or added material within 1 to 3 years unless properly compacted and capped. With correct compaction and a crushed-stone base, the assembly can last many years with only occasional top-ups after heavy storms.

Small deliveries for landscaping rarely require permits, but large fills, changes to drainage, or grading that affects neighboring properties often require permits or a permit review from Lincolnton city or Lincoln County. Check with the Lincolnton city office or county planning department before ordering large volumes or altering site drainage.

On slopes, use fill dirt with erosion controls: place it in shallow lifts, install erosion-control blankets or turf reinforcement, seed with deep-rooting native grasses, and consider geotextile or terracing for steeper slopes. Adding a thin topsoil layer and vegetation stabilizes the surface faster than bare fill dirt alone.

Hello Gravel has a minimum order of 3 tons and schedules deliveries through local haulers; you choose the delivery date during checkout. Drivers may perform tailgate spreading at their discretion if requested at checkout, but this service is not guaranteed and depends on safety and access.

Clear a suitable drop zone free of vehicles, low branches, and obstacles and mark the desired dump location so the driver can see it on arrival. Confirm overhead clearance and soft ground risks, locate underground utilities before delivery, and contact Hello Gravel if access is tight or you need special arrangements.

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.