Fill Dirt in West Elwood, IN

Prices vary by supplier and moisture content, but expect delivered fill-dirt in West Elwood to commonly run between $12 and $30 per ton. Final cost depends on distance from the quarry, truck access, and whether you need screening or clean fill; Hello Gravel minimum orders start at 3 tons and delivery pricing will be shown at checkout.

For general yard leveling in West Elwood, standard fill-dirt (low-organic subsoil) is usually fine, but avoid topsoil for structural fills. For driveways and under slabs, use a compactable granular fill or a blend of fill-dirt mixed with gravel or crusher-run to improve drainage and stability; engineered base materials are preferred under slabs and loaded surfaces.

Use this quick method: calculate cubic yards = area (sq ft) x depth (ft) / 27, then multiply cubic yards by ~1.3 to convert to tons. Examples: raise a 1,000 sq ft lawn by 3" ≈ 9.3 yd3 ≈ 12 tons; a 12' x 50' driveway base at 4" ≈ 7.4 yd3 ≈ 10 tons; a 10' x 10' patio base at 4" ≈ 1.23 yd3 ≈ 1.6 tons (note Hello Gravel minimum order is 3 tons).

Indiana's freeze-thaw cycles and local clay can cause fill-dirt with high clay content to shrink, swell, or hold water, which hurts stability. For areas subject to frost heave or standing water in West Elwood, use well-draining fill or mix in granular material, and ensure proper drainage to limit freeze-thaw damage.

Contractors typically compact fill in lifts of 6" to 8" using plate compactors for small jobs and vibratory rollers for larger lots, aiming for a high level of density (commonly specified as 90% to 95% of standard Proctor in engineering specs). Homeowners should expect pros to compact and test critical areas such as under slabs and driveway bases; if you hire a contractor, ask about compaction method and lift thickness.

Permitting depends on the job: small landscaping fills usually do not require permits, but any grading that changes drainage, impacts floodplain areas, or supports structures may need approval from West Elwood or the county building/engineering office. Contact West Elwood City Hall or the local county office before large fills to confirm local rules and any required permits.

Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum order. Deliveries in West Elwood are typically made by tri-axle dump trucks; make sure there is room for a truck to access and dump (clearance and a turning radius of roughly 30 feet), or you may face additional fees for restricted access or smaller trucks. Delivery fees and next-day options (orders before noon CST) will appear during checkout; drivers can sometimes offer tailgate spreading at their discretion but it is not guaranteed.

Fill-dirt is best for raising grades and general landscaping where structural strength isn't critical. Crusher-run or quarry-run are crushed stone mixes better suited for driveways and paths because they compact and drain well, while engineered base materials are designed and tested for structural uses like building pads and under concrete. Choose fill-dirt for bulk volume and grading, and use crusher-run or engineered base where load-bearing or long-term stability is required.

Expect some settling in the first year; a common range is a few inches depending on initial compaction and organic content. Plan to order 5% to 10% extra to allow for settlement, regrade low spots after settling, and maintain proper surface drainage to reduce future erosion and washouts.

Late spring through early fall (roughly April through October) is generally best in West Elwood because soils are less likely to be frozen and there are fewer heavy rains that prevent compaction. Avoid deliveries on saturated ground or during freezes; if you must work in wet or frozen conditions, expect slower compaction and a higher chance of settlement or washout.

Order online by entering your West Elwood zip code to see local supplier options, select fill-dirt, choose your delivery date, and review delivery fees and minimums at checkout. If you need help calculating quantities or have access concerns, call our team at 855-241-8884 or text 844-407-3734 for guidance before ordering.

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.