Fill Dirt in Lafayette, LA

Yes. In Lafayette, fill dirt is generally less expensive than gravel because it is usually unprocessed subsoil rather than crushed rock. Prices vary by supplier, moisture content, and delivery distance, so get a local quote for the best estimate.

Costs depend on volume and truck type. A typical tri-axle dump delivery holds about 10 to 12 cubic yards; local prices for that truckload of fill dirt can vary widely, so contact Hello Gravel for a tailored quote and an exact delivery price for Lafayette.

Fill dirt is mostly subsoil (sand, silt, clay) used to raise or level ground and usually contains fines and minimal rock. Gravel is crushed stone or pea gravel used for drainage and surfaces. Use fill dirt to build volume and gravel for stable, permeable surfaces.

Clean fill dirt is screened and free of organic material, construction debris, and large roots, making it appropriate near foundations or for engineered fills. Regular fill dirt may include native soils and small debris and is better for general grading and non-structural fills.

Use this formula: cubic yards = (area in sq ft x depth in inches) / 324. For example, 1,000 sq ft at 2 inches deep is about 6.2 cubic yards; at 4 inches it is about 12.3 cubic yards. Always order 5% to 10% extra for settling and compaction.

You can put gravel over fill dirt, but the fill must be properly compacted and graded first to prevent settling and rutting. In Lafayette's clayey, high-moisture soils, compacting in 4- to 6-inch lifts and adding a geotextile or base layer will improve long-term stability.

One cubic yard is a 3 ft by 3 ft by 3 ft cube and will cover about 100 sq ft at 3 inches deep. Weight varies with moisture and soil type but commonly ranges from about 2,000 to 2,700 pounds, so plan deliveries and equipment accordingly.

Physically, a full-size pickup bed can often hold close to 1 cubic yard, but the weight of a yard of fill dirt can exceed a truck's payload rating. Check your truck's payload capacity before hauling to avoid damage or unsafe loads; for bulk needs, a dump truck delivery is recommended.

Truckload pricing depends on truck size and local supply. A tri-axle (common for Hello Gravel deliveries) typically carries about 10 to 12 cubic yards; ask Hello Gravel for current per-truck pricing and whether delivery fees or minimums (3 tons minimum) apply in Lafayette.

Yes, fill dirt is commonly used to raise low spots and regrade yards, but proper compaction and attention to drainage are essential to avoid water pooling. For larger or structural fills near foundations, use clean fill, compact in lifts, and check Lafayette Parish rules or consult a pro for grading permits.

Yes. Compaction in layers (lifts) is critical to minimize future settling—typically compact 4 to 6 inches at a time with mechanical equipment. In Lafayette's clay-prone soils, proper compaction and grading away from structures will help prevent drainage and stability issues.

Fill dirt is usually less expensive than sand per cubic yard because sand is often mined and processed for drainage or bedding uses. Exact differences depend on local supply and moisture; request side-by-side quotes from Hello Gravel to see current Lafayette pricing for both materials.

Using fill dirt to level and prepare a site is often one of the more economical ways to add volume compared with hauling in crushed stone or engineered base. Keep in mind you may still need to top with topsoil, sod, gravel, or mulch depending on the final surface you want, which adds cost.

Big-box stores often sell bagged topsoil and sometimes offer bulk deliveries through local partners, but availability and truckload pricing vary. For large, timely deliveries in Lafayette, Hello Gravel connects you to local suppliers and professional dump truck delivery for bulk fill-dirt needs.

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.