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 Emerald Isle Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Emerald Isle's city population is 4,320, set within the West North Carolina region that is part of a metro area of 2.3+ million and growing at a rate of 2.80% annually. With a moderate climate—about 228 sunny days per year and annual rainfall of 34.00 inches in hardiness zone 8b—the area sees steady residential development and landscaping activity. That steady growth and comfortable weather drive demand for reliable fill and grading materials as homeowners and builders reshape yards, level pads, and prepare for additions and drainage improvements. Homeowners seek quality aggregates like fill dirt because it compacts well, reduces settling, and provides a stable base for patios, foundations, and planting beds, all important when projects must withstand local precipitation patterns and seasonal freeze-thaw cycles. Clear delivery, quantity guidance, and local sourcing make material selection easier for DIYers and contractors alike.Popular Projects in Emerald Isle This Season
- Driveway Base Fill Dirt45 tons
- Raised Yard Fill Dirt60 tons
- House Addition Fill Dirt220 tons
- Septic Mound Fill Dirt35 tons
- Flood Elevation Fill Dirt480 tons
Emerald Isle Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West North Carolina
- 🏘️ Population: 4,320
- 🏡 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 Emerald Isle Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Temps
- Feb–Apr: Wet Spring Risk
- May–Sept: Dry Summer Compaction
- Dec–Jan: Cold Wet Limits
Summer Tip: Request fill dirt free of organic matter and keep topsoil separate so you can cap finished grades with a planting layer. Ask your Hello Gravel rep for guidance on compaction and delivery placement before the truck arrives.
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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 - Emerald Isle Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Emerald Isle.
Typical delivered prices for fill dirt in the Emerald Isle area commonly range from about $12 to $30 per ton, depending on haul distance, source material, and truck size. Coastal deliveries can be toward the higher end because of longer hauls and limited local supply; request an exact quote through checkout to get a guaranteed delivered price for your zip code.
Standard delivery generally requires 2+ business days, and Hello Gravel offers next-day delivery for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee when available. The minimum order on our platform is 3 tons, but local supplier minimums or truck loads may be larger, so confirm lead time and minimums when you request a quote.
For raising grade or filling under topsoil in Emerald Isle, use clean fill dirt or subsoil with low organic content and a relatively fine texture to compact well. Note that fill dirt is not a recommended finished driveway surface; for driveways choose a structural base such as crushed stone (3/4" minus or crushed stone base) over compacted fill dirt to resist rutting and washout.
On coastal lots near Emerald Isle, fill dirt can settle and erode if not properly compacted and protected, and it is vulnerable to washout during storm surge. Use engineered fills, good compaction, geotextile fabric, and surface protection (vegetation, matting, or a stone cap) and design proper drainage to reduce erosion risk in heavy rain and coastal conditions.
You may need permits or erosion-control measures for significant fills, especially near wetlands, dunes, or the shoreline; local rules can apply at the town, county, and state level. Check with the Town of Emerald Isle, Carteret County planning, and the NC Division of Coastal Management (or your local code enforcement) before importing large volumes, and be prepared to follow silt fencing, sediment control, or other required measures.
Contractors typically place fill dirt in thin lifts (usually 4 to 8 inches), control moisture, and compact each lift with a plate compactor or roller to achieve a dense, uniform layer. For structural work they may target 90% or higher of standard Proctor density, perform proof-rolling, and test cores or compaction reports for larger jobs to limit future settlement.
Calculate cubic yards: area (square feet) × depth (feet) ÷ 27, then convert cubic yards to tons using a local factor (fill dirt in coastal NC typically weighs about 1.1 to 1.4 tons per cubic yard). For a quick estimate use 1.2 tons per cubic yard; for example, 1,000 ft2 raised 1 ft needs 37 yd3 ≈ 44 tons (37 × 1.2 ≈ 44).
Hello Gravel works with a nationwide network of local suppliers and many West North Carolina or nearby coastal suppliers can deliver to Emerald Isle, but availability depends on current local inventories and haul distance. Enter your zip code on our site or request a quote to confirm whether local suppliers can serve your address and to see any delivery fees.
Fill dirt is inexpensive and fine for raising grade, but it is not suitable for septic drain fields or primary drainage layers because it holds water and can impede percolation. For septic systems and drainage you typically need clean, well-graded crushed stone or specified sand; consult your septic designer or local health department for required materials and specs.
Expect initial settlement during the first year; small fills often need a top-up and regrading after heavy rains or storms. For unpaved areas, plan on routine inspections after seasonal storms, regrading or adding material every 1 to 3 years, and protective measures like vegetation, stone surfacing, or erosion controls to extend lifespan in a coastal setting.
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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