Fill Dirt in Apex, NC

Cost depends on volume, local supplier rates, and trucking. In Apex you can typically expect fill dirt to range from about $10 to $30 per ton or roughly $30 to $60 per cubic yard delivered, but prices vary with season and source. Hello Gravel has a minimum order of 3 tons and shows transparent pricing for your zip code at checkout, so get a quote to see current local rates.

You can buy fill dirt from local landscape suppliers, quarries in the Raleigh-Durham area, or through Hello Gravel's online marketplace which connects you with nearby suppliers and haulers. Enter your Apex zip code on our site to see available materials, delivery options, and pricing from vetted local vendors. Regional sourcing means the material will reflect Piedmont soils common to this part of North Carolina.

Add fill dirt in thin lifts (4 to 6 inches) and compact each layer to reduce settling later, especially in Apex where Piedmont clay can settle unevenly when wet. Grade the area so water drains away from foundations or structures and finish with a layer of topsoil if you plan to plant grass or gardens. If you need spreading help, request tailgate spreading at checkout and the driver will assess feasibility on arrival.

Fill dirt is used for raising low spots, building berms, backfilling trenches, and creating base material under driveways, patios, and foundations. It is not designed to support plant growth, so add topsoil or compost for lawns and gardens. In Apex you may use fill dirt to regrade yards after construction or to improve drainage away from homes during wet seasons.

Yes, fill dirt is generally cheaper than topsoil because it has less organic matter and is intended as structural fill rather than growing medium. Topsoil costs more because it is screened and rich in nutrients for plants. If you plan to seed or plant, budget for both fill dirt for grade work and a topsoil layer for vegetation.

A typical tri-axle dump truck in the Raleigh-Durham region carries about 10 to 12 cubic yards of loose fill dirt, which usually weighs roughly 12 to 16 tons depending on moisture and soil type. Local trucks and load sizes vary, and Hello Gravel lists truck size and estimated tonnage at checkout. For planning, confirm the truck size and ask your supplier for estimated weight if weight limits are a concern.

Use clean, compactable fill dirt with minimal organic material and debris for structural work like grading or backfill. Locally sourced Piedmont subsoil that drains moderately and compacts well is commonly used in Apex. For landscaping where plants will grow, choose topsoil or amend the fill with organic matter rather than relying on fill dirt alone.

One cubic yard equals a 3-foot by 3-foot by 3-foot cube and will cover 27 square feet at 1-inch depth. Practically, 1 cubic yard covers about 9 square feet at 3-inch depth or 3 square feet at 9-inch depth. Use these estimates to calculate how many yards you need for grading and then convert to tons if your supplier quotes by weight.

With $1,000 you could typically buy roughly 15 to 50 tons of fill dirt in the Apex area depending on current local prices, which is enough to raise a low spot, fill several trenches, or regrade a modest portion of a yard. You would likely still need topsoil for planting and possibly compaction equipment or spreading labor. Get a local quote from Hello Gravel for exact quantities and delivery costs in your zip code.

The 70/30 rule often refers to using 70% fill or native soil and 30% organic material when amending soil for landscaping; however, fill dirt itself should not be used as the organic portion. For planting beds in Apex, mix native soil with compost or topsoil (about 30% amendment) to improve structure and fertility rather than relying on raw fill dirt. This helps plants establish in the region's Piedmont soils.

Fill dirt is fine-grained soil used to raise grades and backfill; it compacts and supports loads but does not drain as well as gravel. Gravel is aggregate rock used for drainage, driveways, and stable bases where water flow and load distribution matter. Choose fill dirt when you need to change elevation or fill voids, and choose gravel when you need drainage or a durable surface.

One yard of fill dirt is a cube 3 feet on each side; when dumped it may form a pile roughly 3 to 5 feet tall depending on spread. For a quick visual: it will cover about a 3-foot by 9-foot area at 4 inches deep. Keep in mind that moisture and compaction affect how much space it occupies once spread and compacted.

Yes, fill dirt is commonly used to level yards, repair low spots, and regrade for proper drainage in Apex. Place it in layers, compact each layer, and finish with topsoil if you plan to seed or landscape. If the area is large or near foundation lines, consider consulting a local contractor to ensure proper compaction and drainage.

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!

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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.