Fill Dirt in Lovejoy, GA

Fill dirt is subsoil with little organic matter used to raise or level ground, fill holes, and build embankments. In Lovejoy it is commonly used for yard grading, under patios and sheds, driveway subbase, and erosion repair where native clay needs to be built up or reshaped.

Typical delivered pricing in West Georgia (Lovejoy area) often falls in a range rather than a fixed price because of local sourcing and haul distance. Expect a typical delivered range of about $12 to $25 per ton depending on quantity, site access, and supplier; Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum and offers standard delivery in 2+ business days.

Fill dirt generally weighs about 1.2 to 1.5 tons per cubic yard, depending on moisture and composition. As a rule of thumb: a 10' x 10' area filled 6 inches deep needs roughly 2.5 tons, a 12' x 50' driveway base at 4 inches needs about 10 tons, and a 3' deep hole 4' in diameter needs about 3 tons; use our material calculator for precise estimates.

Lovejoy's warm, humid climate and local clay soils can hold moisture and cause poor drainage or expansion. For best results, compact fill dirt in lifts, provide positive slope and drainage, and consider mixing or layering coarser material under surface covers to improve runoff and reduce settling.

Small landscape fills or minor grade adjustments often do not require permits, but structural fills, retaining walls, or regrading that affects neighboring properties or stormwater may need permits or inspections. For engineered fills or commercial work, a contractor and compaction testing may be required; check with Lovejoy city hall or Clayton County Building Inspections before starting.

Hello Gravel arranges delivery by local dump truck fleets; standard delivery is by tri-axle or similar dump trucks. Drivers may be able to perform tailgate spreading at their discretion—request the service at checkout but note it is not guaranteed; also make sure the truck has safe access and a marked drop zone to avoid surprises.

Topsoil is best when you plan to grow grass or plants and need organic material, while crusher run or bank run gravel is better when you need a stable, compacted base for driveways or hardscapes. Choose fill dirt when you need volume to raise grade or fill a hole without planting on it; pick topsoil for lawns and crusher run for structural base work.

Clear debris, remove brush and large roots, and mark underground utilities and the exact drop area with stakes or flags. Provide a clear access route for a tri-axle truck, note any weight limits on neighborhood streets, and leave order notes at checkout if you need a particular drop pattern or a place to avoid.

Fill dirt itself is not a durable wearing surface; when used under properly compacted gravel or pavement it can last many years, but poor compaction or drainage in West Georgia's clay soils can lead to settling and washouts. Regular inspection, ensuring good drainage, and topping with a proper wearing layer (gravel or pavement) will extend performance.

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Some residential streets and driveways in Lovejoy or nearby Clayton County may have weight or access restrictions that affect large dump trucks. Let Hello Gravel know about narrow streets, low bridges, or fragile driveways when ordering so we can route an appropriate truck or discuss offloading options.

Because materials are regionally sourced, color and texture can vary from photos or samples; if the material seems unsuitable, contact Hello Gravel customer service promptly. We will work to resolve issues and can advise next steps per our policies, but exact matches to photos are not guaranteed.

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.