Fill Dirt in Grandisle, LA

Fill dirt is generally cheaper per ton than crushed gravel because it is less processed. In Grandisle, transport and availability affect price, so local delivery costs can narrow the gap; always get a quote for both materials for your ZIP code before deciding.

Fill dirt is mostly subsoil with few rocks or organic material and is used to raise or level ground, while gravel is crushed rock used for drainage and durable surfaces. On Grandisle's barrier island soils, use fill dirt to build grade and engineered gravel or stone for driveways and areas needing surface stability.

Yes, fill dirt can be used to level a backyard for landscaping or planting, but on Grandisle you should account for a high water table, potential salt exposure, and drainage needs. For areas near foundations or for final grades, plan on proper compaction and possibly engineered fill to meet elevation and flood requirements.

You can place gravel over well-compacted fill dirt for paths or driveways, but you need a compacted base, proper depth of aggregate, and ideally a geotextile fabric to limit mixing. On Grandisle, expect more movement from storm surge and washout, so a stronger base and edge restraint are important for longevity.

For 1,000 sq ft: 2" of fill is about 6.2 cubic yards (~7.4 tons), 4" is about 12.3 cubic yards (~14.8 tons), and 6" is about 18.5 cubic yards (~22.2 tons). Increase these amounts by 10-25% to allow for compaction and settling, especially important on Grandisle's sandy coastal soils.

Tri-axle dump trucks commonly used for Hello Gravel deliveries typically carry about 8 to 12 cubic yards of fill dirt, depending on local load limits and material density. Exact load size and weight depend on the truck and supplier, so confirm when you request a quote for delivery to Grandisle.

Prices vary by supplier, material quality, and distance; delivered fill dirt in south Louisiana commonly ranges widely, so it is best to request a zip-code specific quote through Hello Gravel. We recommend checking the online quote tool or contacting our team to get an exact delivered price for your Grandisle address.

Fill dirt alone is not recommended as the final structural base for a driveway; you can use compacted structural fill to raise grade but you still need a crushed stone or engineered base and a suitable surface material. On Grandisle, add extra consideration for drainage, edge support, and materials that tolerate coastal moisture and salt.

Large fills, changes in elevation, and work in coastal or wetland areas often require local permits or approvals. Check with the Town of Grandisle and your parish permitting office before ordering significant amounts of fill dirt, and consult local floodplain rules if your project changes finished grades.

Choose clean fill with low organic content and good compaction characteristics; sandy or silty structural fill is commonly used on barrier islands. Avoid topsoil or highly organic material for structural fills, and consider engineered or certified fill if you are raising elevations for flood mitigation or building foundations.

Fill placed on barrier islands like Grandisle is vulnerable to erosion, washout, and loss during storms and surge, so stabilization measures are important. Use erosion control, proper grading, vegetation or hard edge solutions, and follow local rules for coastal construction to reduce risk.

Measure the area and desired depth (area in sq ft x depth in feet / 27 = cubic yards), then add 10-25% for compaction and settling. Use Hello Gravel's material calculator or contact our sales team with dimensions so we can recommend quantities, delivery options, and any spreading preferences for Grandisle.

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.