Fill Dirt in Independence, MO

Delivered prices for fill dirt in Independence vary with supplier, screening, and distance. As a rough guide, delivered fill dirt in the Kansas City metro commonly runs in the low tens of dollars per cubic yard; final cost depends on whether the material is screened/clean or raw, the number of yards or tons ordered, and delivery fees. For an exact price, get an instant quote on Hello Gravel or call our sales team with your ZIP code and project details.

Yes—plain fill dirt is generally less expensive than gravel because it is unprocessed and intended just to fill and level. However, fill dirt does not provide the drainage or load-bearing properties that gravel does, so for a driveway or structural base you may end up needing both (fill dirt to build grade, then a gravel base to support traffic).

Fill dirt is mostly soil and small rock used to raise or level ground; gravel is crushed stone or rock used for drainage and load support. For a driveway, patio, or slab you should use compactible granular base (gravel or engineered fill) directly under the surface; fill dirt can be used to build rough grade but should be compacted and then capped with an appropriate base layer before paving.

Settlement depends on how much organic material and moisture the fill contains and how well you compact it, but expect some shrinkage. A typical allowance is to order 10% to 20% extra material to account for settlement and compaction; heavier clay soils common in the Kansas City area can increase settlement, so err toward the higher side for large fills.

Calculate volume by multiplying the area (square feet) by the desired depth in feet, then divide by 27 to convert cubic feet to cubic yards (for example, 1,000 sq ft raised 1 inch = about 3.1 cu yd). Hello Gravel delivers throughout the Kansas City metro including Independence; use our online material calculator or enter your project details at checkout and we will match you with a local supplier and delivery date.

Most deliveries in the area use tri-axle dump trucks that carry roughly 10 to 12 cubic yards per load; Hello Gravel's minimum order is 3 tons. Standard delivery lead time is 2+ business days, with a next-day option available for orders placed before noon CST for an added fee. Delivery fees vary by supplier and distance; some local orders include free delivery—your quote will show any charge up front.

Drivers may offer limited tailgate spreading at their discretion, but they typically do not perform compaction. For reliable compaction, place fill in 4- to 6-inch lifts and compact each lift with a plate compactor or roller; you can rent equipment locally or hire a local contractor for compaction services. Equipment rental costs and contractor rates vary—contact local rental yards or Hello Gravel for referrals and estimate guidance.

Hello Gravel sources materials regionally, and many local suppliers offer both raw fill and screened/clean fill options. Screened or clean fill usually costs more because it has been processed to remove debris and organics; your online quote will list available material types and the price difference so you can choose the option that fits your budget and project needs.

Small residential fills are typically fine, but major changes to grade, large imports of material, or projects that affect drainage may require permits or a grading plan from the City of Independence or Jackson County. Rules vary by neighborhood and project scope—contact City of Independence Planning & Development or check with Jackson County before doing large fills to make sure you meet local regulations.

Hello Gravel provides instant online quotes and delivery scheduling based on the yardage or tonnage you enter, and we can connect you with local suppliers for additional details. For complex or large projects many suppliers and local contractors will provide on-site estimates—contact our sales team and we can help arrange an on-site visit or put you in touch with trusted local partners.

Compact fill in thin lifts, avoid using organic topsoil as fill, and cap structural fills with a granular base before paving to reduce frost heave and settlement. Note that local materials vary, so include project notes and desired finish in your Hello Gravel order—our team can advise on suitable material and recommend extra yards to account for compaction and grading.

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!

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.