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 Wilmington Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Wilmington's city population is 182,003 and the area is growing steadily at a 1.80% annually rate, drawing new residential and commercial projects to this coastal community. With 228 sunny days a year, a subtropical hardiness zone of 8b, and about 35.00 inches of annual rainfall, local yards and construction sites face a mix of heavy seasonal storms and sandy, well-draining soils. That combination drives demand for dependable aggregates that stabilize grades, manage water, and prepare sites for patios, driveways, foundations, and landscaping. Homeowners looking to avoid future settling, erosion, and drainage problems increasingly seek quality fill materials that compact well and match local soil conditions.Popular Projects in Wilmington This Season
- Lot Elevation Fill Dirt300 tons
- Foundation Backfill Fill Dirt120 tons
- Driveway Base Fill Dirt40 tons
- Septic Mound Fill Dirt30 tons
- Pool Backfill Fill Dirt60 tons
Wilmington Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: Wilmington, NC
- 🏘️ Population: 182,003
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.3+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 35.00 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 1.80% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Wilmington Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Temps
- Feb–Apr: Spring Dry Windows
- May–Sept: Wet Summer Limits
- Dec–Jan: Cool Damp Soil
Summer Tip: In Wilmington's sandy coastal soils, choose low-organic, well-graded fill dirt and compact it in 4–6 inch lifts to reduce settling and improve drainage after heavy rains.
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Orders Under 5 Tons - Add 20% extra to your estimated gravel needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Wilmington Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Wilmington.
Yes. Fill dirt is generally cheaper because it is subsoil with low organic matter and is mined or excavated locally; topsoil is screened and richer in organic material for planting. For Wilmington projects, use fill dirt to raise grade or backfill and reserve topsoil or compost for any planting or lawn areas.
Costs vary by supplier and delivery, but in Wilmington expect roughly $15 to $40 per cubic yard delivered depending on source, haul distance, and site access. Final price may change based on moisture content, truck access, and whether you request spreading or special placement.
One cubic yard is a 3 ft by 3 ft by 3 ft cube (27 cubic feet). In loose form it might fill about half to two-thirds of a typical pickup truck bed; after compaction it will cover less area and sit denser.
Not usually. Fill dirt lacks organic matter and nutrients needed for healthy lawns, so in Wilmington you should cap fill dirt with 4 to 6 inches of topsoil or screened compost before seeding or laying sod. This improves water retention and supports grass establishment in the coastal climate.
Bring the fill dirt to final grade, lightly compact in 4-6 inch layers, then add a 4 to 6 inch layer of quality topsoil or composted material for planting. Grade for proper drainage away from structures, rake smooth, and install seed or sod during Wilmington's recommended planting windows for the grass type you choose.
Fill dirt typically weighs about 1.2 to 1.5 tons per cubic yard depending on moisture and composition; sandy Wilmington material often sits near 1.2 tons/yd3. For ordering, many contractors use 1.3 tons/yd3 as a practical estimate, but confirm with your supplier for exact figures.
Small yard projects are often allowed without permits, but larger grading, changes to drainage, or work affecting wetlands can require permits from the City of Wilmington or New Hanover County. Check local building and stormwater rules before placing large amounts of fill to avoid fines or required remediation.
First consider reusing it elsewhere on your property for grading or planting beds. If you need removal, local landscape contractors, demo haulers, or the New Hanover County landfill/private transfer stations can take it for a fee; costs vary by volume and location.
Yes. Expect some settlement, especially in unconsolidated sandy or wet areas common near Wilmington's coast. To reduce future settlement, place fill in thin lifts and mechanically compact each layer, or have a professional do engineered compaction for structures and driveways.
Yes. Wilmington and other coastal parts of North Carolina often have sandier fill with shells and occasional clay pockets, so color and texture can vary. Because of regional sourcing, you may see these local characteristics; note preferences in your order notes if color or texture is important.
Hello Gravel requires a minimum order of 3 tons and typically schedules standard delivery in 2+ business days. Next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee, and drivers may offer tailgate spreading at their discretion but it is not guaranteed.
Fill dirt is general subsoil used to raise grade or fill holes and is not tested to engineering specs. Engineered or structural fill is specified, tested, and compacted to meet load-bearing requirements for buildings or pavement; consult a geotechnical engineer or local contractor if your project needs that level of compaction.
A 10 ft by 10 ft area raised 6 inches is 50 cubic feet, which is about 1.85 cubic yards. Expect that to weigh roughly 2.3 to 2.5 tons depending on moisture, and order 5 to 15 percent extra to allow for compaction and settlement.
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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