Versatile, lower-grade soil commonly used for volume and elevation changes in various construction and landscaping projects. Great for leveling or grading ground, backfilling pools and filling ditches, and evening out low points or depressions on your property.
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Versatile, lower-grade soil commonly used for volume and elevation changes in various construction and landscaping projects. Great for leveling or grading ground, backfilling pools and filling ditches, and evening out low points or depressions on your property.
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Why Buxton Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Buxton is a small but growing community of 1,518 residents, set within a larger metro that now totals 2.3+ million people. With a steady growth rate of 2.80% annually and a moderate climate—228 sunny days per year, 34.00 inches of annual rainfall, and USDA hardiness zone 8b—local homeowners are seeing steady demand for property improvements and site work. That mix of sun and rain encourages both outdoor living projects and the need for reliable site preparation: grading, raising low spots, and creating solid bases for sheds, patios, and driveways. For these projects, homeowners want consistent, locally sourced aggregates that compact well and stand up to seasonal wetting and drying cycles.Popular Projects in Buxton This Season
- Driveway Base Fill Dirt30 tons
- Foundation Backfill Fill Dirt50 tons
- Yard Regrade Fill Dirt20 tons
- Shed Pad Fill Dirt8 tons
- Septic Backfill Fill Dirt25 tons
Buxton Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West North Carolina
- 🏘️ Population: 1,518
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.3+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.00 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 2.80% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Buxton Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Moisture
- Feb–Apr: Spring Thaw Risk
- May–Sept: Dry Compaction Best
- Dec–Jan: Frozen Ground Limits
Summer Tip: With 34.00 inches of rain annually, choose clean, compactable fill dirt for raised beds and foundation backfill to reduce settling; order a small test load first to check compaction and color before a large delivery.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Buxton Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Buxton.
Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum order. Delivery costs vary by supplier, distance, and property access; many mainland deliveries are free or low-cost, but Buxton island or limited-access sites may carry an extra fee. Next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST for an additional charge.
Yes, many suppliers serving West North Carolina and Buxton offer both screened and unscreened fill dirt. Screened fill dirt is finer and better for grading and landscaping near homes, while unscreened material is cheaper for bulk fills but may contain roots and rocks. Add your preference in Order Notes or ask our team to match the right option for your project.
Buxton sits on sandy coastal soils with a relatively high water table, so fill dirt can settle or wash out if not installed with proper drainage and compaction. Salt spray and wind can also accelerate erosion near the shoreline. For long-lasting results, pair fill dirt with erosion controls, geotextile fabric, and thoughtful grading away from structures.
Use 1 cubic yard ≈ 1.2 tons as a practical estimate for fill dirt when planning. For example, a 1,000 sq ft driveway base at 4 inches deep is about 12.3 yd3 (≈ 15 tons) and at 6 inches about 18.5 yd3 (≈ 22 tons). Raising a 500 sq ft yard by 2 inches is roughly 3.1 yd3 (≈ 3.7 tons); a 4x8x1 foot raised bed is about 1.2 yd3 (≈ 1.4 tons). Use our material calculator for exact estimates based on your project.
Late spring through early fall is generally the best time for deliveries and installation when the ground is drier and less prone to settling. Avoid deliveries during hurricane season, immediately after major storms, or when the ground is saturated to reduce the risk of tracking, rutting, and uneven settling. If you need a winter or wet-season delivery, plan for additional site preparation and possible access fees.
Fill dirt is ideal for bulk raising and filling below grade; it is not a finished surface and may compact and settle. For driveway bases, crushed stone provides better drainage and load-bearing properties and is recommended as the structural layer under a surface. Use topsoil only for planting and final grading; a common approach is fill dirt for bulk, crushed stone for the structural base, and topsoil for the planting layer.
Significant grade changes, fills in wetlands, or work within regulated coastal zones may require permits or approvals from Dare County, the North Carolina Division of Coastal Management, or federal agencies. Local floodplain and coastal rules often apply in Buxton, so check with the Dare County planning or building department before hauling large volumes. For routine small fills on private residential lots, permits are less common but always confirm with the county to be safe.
Contractors typically place fill dirt in 4 to 6 inch lifts and compact each layer using a plate compactor or roller to minimize future settling. Keep the fill slightly moist but not saturated while compacting, and install proper drainage and, where needed, geotextile fabric or erosion control measures. For driveways and structural fills, follow local contractor guidance to achieve consistent compaction across the site.
Most settling happens within the first 6 to 12 months, so expect to regrade and add material once or twice during that period. Long-term maintenance includes checking drainage channels, fixing erosion after storms, and topping up low spots as needed; driveways will usually need additional structural material like crushed stone every few years. With proper compaction and drainage, areas stabilized with fill dirt can perform well for many years but require occasional attention.
Tri-axle dump trucks are the most common delivery vehicle, but they may not fit on narrow, soft, or gated roads in Buxton. Smaller local trucks may be required for tight access, and island or limited-access deliveries can incur extra scheduling or handling fees. Provide accurate driveway and access details at checkout and contact our team if your property has tight roads, low clearances, or special parking rules so we can confirm carrier capabilities.
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.
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