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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Fill Dirt
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 Columbia Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Columbia has a city population of 2,850 and sits inside a metro area of 2.3+ million, with steady expansion at a growth rate of 2.80% annually. The local climate—228 sunny days per year, 34.00 inches of annual rainfall, and placement in hardiness zone 8b—creates a need for year-round, resilient outdoor spaces and reliable site preparation. That combination of growth and climate drives demand for bulk materials to level lots, prep foundations, and manage stormwater around homes. Homeowners and contractors alike choose quality aggregates to reduce settling, control erosion, and create stable bases for patios, driveways, and retaining walls—projects that start with the right material and proper compaction.Popular Projects in Columbia This Season
- Backyard Grade Fill Dirt12 tons
- Driveway Base Fill Dirt25 tons
- Pool Backfill Fill Dirt30 tons
- Raised Garden Fill Dirt8 tons
- Foundation Backfill Fill Dirt40 tons
Columbia Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West North Carolina
- 🏘️ Population: 2,850
- 🏡 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 Columbia Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Moisture
- Feb–Apr: Spring Wet Limits
- May–Sept: Dry Compaction Ideal
- Dec–Jan: Frozen Ground Limits
Summer Tip: Select compactable, low-organic fill dirt and place it in manageable lifts, compacting as you go to reduce settling; schedule delivery when ground is accessible given Columbia's 34.00 inches of annual rainfall.
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Orders Under 5 Tons - Add 20% extra to your estimated gravel needs.
5+ Ton Orders - Add around 10% to ensure enough additional material on hand.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Columbia Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Columbia.
Most dump trucks we work with in the Columbia area are tri-axle or end-dump trucks that commonly carry about 10 to 14 cubic yards of loose fill dirt. That translates roughly to 12 to 20 tons depending on moisture and compaction, so exact weight varies by supplier and local soil conditions.
Yes, fill dirt is generally cheaper than topsoil in Columbia because it has little or no organic matter and is used for bulk grading rather than planting. Prices in the region reflect availability and haul distance, so topsoil usually costs more per yard because it requires screening and organic material.
Buying bulk fill dirt delivered by dump truck is usually the most economical option for yard-scale and larger jobs. Hello Gravel connects you with local suppliers and haulers so you can compare per-ton or per-yard rates and reduce hauling costs; check our calculator and request a quote for the best local price.
Pricing varies by supplier, quantity, and delivery distance; in the Columbia area small-quantity delivered rates can range, so the most reliable way to know is to request a quote through Hello Gravel. We can provide a location-specific price and factor in minimum order (3 tons) and any delivery fees.
A standard full-size pickup bed can usually carry about 0.5 to 1.5 cubic yards of loose fill dirt depending on bed size and whether the load is mounded above the bed. Because fill dirt can be heavy, check your truck's payload rating before loading — overloading is unsafe and illegal.
Yes, fill dirt is commonly used for grading and raising low spots, but it should be placed in thin lifts and compacted to avoid future settling. For lawns or gardens, finish with several inches of topsoil to support grass or plants and consider local drainage and clay soil conditions common in the region.
Truck capacities vary: small single-axle trucks may deliver 6 to 8 tons, tri-axle trucks typically deliver 12 to 20 tons, and larger end-dumps can carry more. The exact tonnage for your delivery will be shown on your Hello Gravel quote since moisture content and compaction affect weight.
Yes — bulk deliveries by the cubic yard or ton are almost always more cost-effective than buying multiple bags, especially for projects requiring several cubic yards. Bagged dirt is convenient for very small projects but becomes expensive once you need several yards.
Coverage depends on desired depth; as a rule of thumb, one ton of fill dirt equals roughly 0.7 to 0.8 cubic yards. That will cover about 260 sq ft at a 1-inch depth, about 86 sq ft at a 3-inch depth, or about 65 sq ft at a 4-inch depth, with variation for compaction and moisture.
One cubic yard is a 3 ft by 3 ft by 3 ft cube — roughly the size of a washing machine stacked twice. For visual comparison, it is enough to fill a small wheelbarrow many times or cover about a 10 ft by 10 ft area at a 3-inch depth.
Occasionally contractors, remodeling sites, or local construction projects may give away surplus fill dirt, but availability is sporadic and loads often require you to arrange pickup. Hello Gravel focuses on delivered, permitted material from local suppliers; if you want free local material, check community groups, construction surplus listings, and municipal programs while following local rules.
To estimate: a 100 ft long by 10 ft wide driveway that needs 2 inches of added fill requires about 6.2 cubic yards (100 x 10 x 2 / 324). For a 4-inch base you would need about 12.3 cubic yards; always order about 10% extra to allow for compaction and grading and get a precise number from Hello Gravel based on your site conditions.
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.
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