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 Salem Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Salem has a city population of 250,000 and sits inside a metro area of 2.3+ million, growing at a 2.80% annual rate. That steady growth, combined with a moderate climate—about 228 sunny days per year and 34.00 inches of annual rainfall in hardiness zone 8b—drives ongoing demand for residential grading, foundation backfill, and landscaping upgrades. Homeowners and contractors in Salem frequently need bulk materials to level yards, raise low spots, and prepare bases for patios, driveways, and garden beds. Because local projects must manage both wet months and strong sun, buyers look for aggregates that compact reliably and minimize settlement. Clear pricing and accurate quantity guidance are essential here: the right fill dirt delivered on schedule helps prevent erosion, reduce rework, and keep projects on track as the city adds new construction and infill development.Popular Projects in Salem This Season
- Yard Regrade Fill Dirt25 tons
- Foundation Backfill Fill Dirt40 tons
- Driveway Approach Fill Dirt18 tons
- Septic Mound Fill Dirt12 tons
- Raised Garden Bed Fill Dirt6 tons
Salem Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West North Carolina
- 🏘️ Population: 250,000
- 🏡 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 Salem Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Moisture
- Feb–Apr: High Moisture Risk
- May–Sept: Dry Summer Compaction
- Dec–Jan: Freeze Thaw Risk
Summer Tip: Compact fill dirt in thin, even layers and monitor moisture during wetter months to get uniform compaction before you add topsoil or plantings.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Salem Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Salem.
Fill dirt is natural subsoil with little organic material used to raise or level land, fill holes, and build up grade. In Salem (West NC), homeowners use it for yard grading, driveway subgrade, and backfilling around foundations where you need stable, inexpensive bulk material rather than topsoil.
Prices in the West North Carolina area typically range based on source and volume; expect approximately $10 to $40 per ton for common fill dirt, but local rates fluctuate. For an accurate quote for Salem, enter your zip code on Hello Gravel to see real-time pricing from nearby suppliers.
Hello Gravel connects you with local suppliers and contracted haulers that deliver to Salem residential addresses using dump trucks (often tri-axle). Standard delivery is usually 2+ business days, next-day is available for orders placed early, minimum orders start at about 3 tons, and some areas offer free delivery — check checkout for exact options and fees.
Typical dump trucks serving West NC carry roughly 10 to 14 tons per load for tri-axle trucks; single-axle or smaller trucks carry less. Hello Gravel's minimum order is 3 tons; delivery fees vary by distance and supplier — many Salem-area orders qualify for free or flat-fee delivery, while next-day service usually carries an extra charge.
West NC soils often include clay-rich and loamy types; clay increases water retention and can impede drainage, causing slower settlement and possible frost heave in low spots. For stable fill in Salem, contractors often blend or cap clayey fill with granular material and ensure proper compaction and drainage to avoid future settling and wet spots.
Salem's rainfall and occasional freeze-thaw cycles in higher elevations can slow compaction and increase erosion risk if soil is placed during wet weather. Plan major fill work in drier months, allow staged compaction, and use erosion control (silt fence, straw) on slopes to protect fresh fill during rainy seasons.
Small amounts for typical yard grading usually do not require a permit, but larger projects that change drainage, affect setbacks, involve retaining walls, or alter stormwater runoff may require city or county permits. Before importing bulk fill to a Salem lot, check with Salem/County planning or building departments to confirm local rules and any erosion or grading permit requirements.
Local contractors place fill dirt in 4- to 6-inch lifts, compact each layer with plate compactors or rollers, and aim for high density (often 90%+ of standard Proctor) depending on engineer specs. For driveways and foundations in West NC, they commonly use a granular base or crushed stone cap over compacted fill and install drainage or geotextile where needed to prevent water problems and settling.
Fill dirt is inexpensive for raising grade or filling voids but is not a durable surface material for driveways; crushed stone or crushed aggregate provides better drainage and load-bearing capacity. Topsoil is for planting and contains organic matter, so it is not structural; for a long-lasting Salem driveway, contractors typically use compacted fill dirt for bulk elevation capped with crushed stone.
Calculate volume in cubic yards: area (sq ft) times depth (ft) divided by 27. Convert cubic yards to tons using a local approximation (fill dirt in West NC roughly 1.2 to 1.6 tons per cubic yard) — for example, a 10 ft by 20 ft area at 6 inches deep is about 3.7 yd3, which equals roughly 4.5 to 6 tons. Use Hello Gravel's material calculator and provide your Salem zip code for a precise estimate.
Most settlement happens within the first year, especially after heavy rain; you may see minor settling that requires adding and compacting more material. Inspect filled areas after storms, regrade any low spots, and for sloped sites consider erosion control measures and occasional top dressing to maintain grade in Salem's climate.
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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