Fill Dirt in Arnold, MO

Yes. Fill dirt is generally cheaper than decorative gravel or crushed stone because it is usually unprocessed subsoil and mined locally in West Missouri. Final delivered price depends on volume, accessibility, and local supplier rates, so get a Hello Gravel quote for an accurate local price.

Fill dirt is mostly fine soil and subsoil with little rock and is used to build up low spots, backfill trenches, or grade a yard. Gravel is crushed rock used for drainage, driveways, and decorative surfaces; it does not compact like fill dirt and performs differently under traffic and water.

Calculate cubic yards by multiplying area (square feet) by desired depth (feet) and dividing by 27. For example, 1,000 sq ft at 6 inches (0.5 ft) needs about 18.5 cubic yards; add 10% for compaction and settling. If you prefer tons, get a local density estimate from Hello Gravel when you request a delivery quote.

You can, but proper preparation is important. Compact the fill dirt, install a geotextile if drainage is a concern, and add a compacted crushed-stone base before installing decorative gravel to prevent rutting and washout, especially given West Missouri's periodic heavy rains.

It depends on length and depth. For a 20 ft by 50 ft driveway at 6 inches deep you would need about 37 cubic yards (20 x 50 x 0.5 / 27). For driveways you often use deeper sections for base material; contact Hello Gravel for a quick calculation based on your driveway length and desired finished grade.

Yes. Fill dirt should be compacted in layers (lifts) to reduce future settling, especially in Missouri where freeze-thaw and wet periods can cause movement. Use mechanical plate compactors or sheepsfoot rollers for larger jobs and compact to the project specifications before placing topsoil or pavement.

Typical tri-axle dump trucks used by Hello Gravel suppliers carry roughly 10 to 12 cubic yards of loose material, but actual loads vary with local trucks and material moisture. Most residential deliveries do not require a permit in Arnold, but if the truck must block a public street or you need off-road access, check local rules and note access details in your order notes.

Clear and mark the delivery and dump area, remove vehicles and obstacles, and call 811 to mark underground utilities before excavation or large fills. Provide driveway width and overhead clearance in your order notes so the driver can confirm if they can safely place material; tailgate spreading is possible but not guaranteed.

Because materials are regionally sourced, color and texture can vary across West Missouri and Arnold properties. If you have concerns, contact Hello Gravel promptly with photos and delivery details; our team will work with the supplier to address the issue or provide next steps.

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.