Topsoil in Richmond, KY

Typical delivered prices for screened topsoil in the Richmond area usually fall in the range of $20 to $40 per ton, depending on screening, organic content, and delivery distance. Exact price varies by supplier and your zip code, so check rates in our checkout or contact our sales team for a firm quote.

Hello Gravel partners with local Richmond and nearby Lexington suppliers and landscape yards that stock screened topsoil and loam blends. Enter your zip code on our site or call 855-241-8884 and we will connect you with suppliers and show delivery availability for your address.

For Richmond's clay-prone ground, use screened topsoil blended with organic matter (compost) to improve drainage and structure; a loam or topsoil/compost mix is ideal for planting beds. For severe clay, consider adding coarse sand and more compost while mixing to a depth of several inches before planting.

Use this rule: cubic yards = area (sq ft) x depth (in) / 324. For example, 1000 sq ft at 2" is about 6.2 cubic yards (~7.5 tons) and at 4" about 12.3 cubic yards (~14.8 tons). A 500 sq ft garden needs about 3.1 yd3 (~3.7 tons) at 2" and 6.2 yd3 (~7.4 tons) at 4"; a two-car driveway area around 400 sq ft needs about 2.5 yd3 (~3.0 tons) at 2" and 5.0 yd3 (~6.0 tons). Note: we use ~1.2 tons per cubic yard as an estimate; round up and remember our minimum order is 3 tons.

Topsoil itself can compact and wash away in heavy rain and freeze-thaw cycles common to Richmond's humid climate, so it needs protection. Stabilize with seed and mulch, use erosion control blankets on slopes, improve structure with compost, and avoid using topsoil as a surface material where standing water or heavy traffic occur.

For driveways and other load-bearing surfaces, crushed stone or crushed gravel is the right choice because they provide drainage and structural strength; topsoil is not suitable as a driving surface. Decomposed granite works well for dry walkways and decorative paths; use topsoil only for planting beds, lawns, and to improve soil for greenery.

Small topsoil deliveries and garden projects usually do not need permits, but changes that alter drainage, connect to public roads, or involve substantial grading may require a permit from the City of Richmond or Madison County. Check with Richmond city planning or Madison County planning/zoning before large earthwork or driveway changes to confirm local rules.

Yes, local landscapers and contractors in the Richmond/Lexington area install, spread, and grade topsoil. Labor varies by job size: expect spreading and fine grading to run roughly $40 to $75 per hour or $5 to $15 per cubic yard for basic spreading; ask for multiple bids and a written scope for accurate estimates.

Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum order; many suppliers offer bulk pricing discounts that begin around 10 to 20 tons but thresholds vary by supplier. Delivery fees depend on distance and local availability—many Richmond-area deliveries are free or low-cost through our network, and next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee.

Use layered erosion controls: place a geotextile or filter fabric, add topsoil mixed with compost, then stabilize the surface with seed and mulch or an erosion-control blanket. For steeper slopes, install terraces, check dams, retaining edges, or native vegetation and consider temporary silt fences during the first rainy seasons to prevent washout.

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.