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 Corolla Chooses Hello Gravel
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Free local delivery via dump truck using our trusted supplier network.
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Most deliveries within 2-4 business days. If you need a rush delivery, give us a call!
Why Corolla Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Corolla is a small but growing community with a city population of 1,320 and steady development pressures driven by a 2.80% annual growth rate. The local climate—about 228/year sunny days, 34.00 inches of rain annually, and USDA hardiness zone 8b—means homeowners balance heavy sun with periodic, sometimes intense rainfall. Those conditions drive demand for reliable grading, erosion control, and foundation preparation as properties are raised, leveled, or reworked for landscaping and outbuildings. Whether prepping a site for a shed, regrading a low yard, or filling utility trenches, homeowners in Corolla look for predictable material behavior and clear guidance on quantities and placement. Fill Dirt is a straightforward, no-frills aggregate that performs well in Corolla’s mix of sunny weather and seasonal rain. Used to build up grade, support foundations, and reduce erosion, properly compacted fill dirt helps yards shed water and protect plantings under 34.00 inches of yearly rainfall. Hello Gravel connects local suppliers and haulers to deliver regionally sourced fill dirt in manageable minimums (3 tons) with standard delivery of 2+ business days and a next-day option if ordered before noon CST. Our team helps you calculate tons, pick a delivery date, and note any spreading requests for the driver to evaluate on arrival.Popular Projects in Corolla This Season
- Driveway Base Fill Dirt40 tons
- House Pad Fill Dirt450 tons
- Septic Mound Fill Dirt25 tons
- Shed Pad Fill Dirt8 tons
- Landscape Grade Fill Dirt60 tons
Corolla Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West North Carolina
- 🏘️ Population: 1,320
- 🏡 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 Corolla Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Temps
- Feb–Apr: Spring Saturation Risk
- May–Sept: High Heat Drying
- Dec–Jan: Freeze Thaw Limits
Summer Tip: For Corolla’s sun and 34.00 inches of annual rain, place fill dirt in 4–6 inch lifts and compact each layer to reduce settling and erosion before sod or planting.
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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 - Corolla Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Corolla.
Standard delivery is typically 2+ business days after ordering, with next-day delivery available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. Corolla deliveries can take longer during peak seasons or holiday weekends, and island access or narrow roads may require additional scheduling, so check your zip code and tell us about any access constraints when you order.
Many Corolla properties sit near dunes, beaches, and narrow roads, so heavy dump trucks may be restricted from some areas. Permits, HOA approvals, or special routing may be required; contact local authorities and note any access limits in your order so we can match the right truck and plan a safe delivery.
For coastal sandy soils and high water tables, use clean, compactable fill dirt with low organic content; sometimes a sand-clay blend or engineered structural fill is recommended to improve compaction and drainage. For saturated sites or where stability matters (driveways, foundations, septic), ask for lab-tested or contractor-specified fill rather than loose topsoil.
As a rule of thumb, 1 cubic yard of fill dirt is about 1.2 to 1.4 tons compacted. Examples: to raise 1,000 sq ft by 6 inches you need roughly 22 to 26 tons; to fill a 10 ft x 10 ft area 6 inches deep you need about 5 to 6 tons. Use our material calculator or contact our team with your area and depth for a tailored estimate.
Rules vary by location; Corolla is in Currituck County, and some shoreline, dune, or environmentally sensitive parcels may be subject to Coastal Area Management Act (CAMA) rules or county permitting. Always check with the Currituck County Planning and Inspections office and your HOA before ordering, especially for large deliveries, dune work, or wetland-adjacent projects.
Price depends on material quality, distance from the supplier, truck access, and seasonal demand. Expect charges for the dirt itself plus delivery (which can be higher for island or long-haul runs), and additional costs if you need small trucks, permits, compaction, or grading labor; contact our sales team for a detailed quote for your address.
Fill dirt is usually less expensive per ton than crushed stone or premium topsoil because it is intended as structural fill rather than finished surface material. Crushed stone is pricier but better for driveway bases and drainage, while topsoil costs more and is used for planting; choose material based on function, not price alone.
Fill dirt can work for general grading and raising low spots, but it is not ideal for all uses: use engineered granular material or crushed stone for septic backfill and driveway bases, and use erosion-control mixes, geotextile fabric, or vegetation for shoreline stabilization. For critical work, ask a local contractor or engineer to specify the correct fill type.
Some local suppliers and contractor partners can provide compaction and light grading, but services vary by supplier and truck availability. You can request these services at checkout and we will pass the request to the supplier, but drivers perform spreading or compaction at their discretion and we recommend booking a contractor for guaranteed compaction and finish grading.
In Corolla's coastal climate, expect extra settling, washouts from heavy rain, and possible salt exposure on exposed soils. Plan for proper compaction, good drainage, and erosion controls (sodding, seeded cover, or riprap) to reduce maintenance, and allow time for fill to settle before final landscaping or construction.
Clear access routes, mark property corners and utilities, note narrow gates or low-hanging wires, and tell us about HOA rules or dune protections before ordering. Also indicate if you need tailgate spreading or a specific drop spot; drivers may assist at their discretion but cannot guarantee spreading or work in restricted areas.
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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