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 Zebulon Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Zebulon (city population 28,910) is seeing steady demand for residential and small-scale construction as the area grows, making quality aggregates an everyday necessity. With a growth rate of 2.80% and a local climate that averages 228 sunny days per year and about 34.00 inches of rain annually in hardiness zone 8b, homeowners and contractors are often balancing sunny workdays with periods of seasonal wetness. That mix drives projects like driveway rebuilds, yard regrading, and foundation backfill, all of which rely on consistent, well-graded fill dirt. Clear guidance on quantities, compaction, and delivery timing helps homeowners avoid delays and extra costs as local development continues. Fill dirt performs well in Zebulon’s conditions because it is typically free of organic matter and designed for compaction, reducing long-term settling in areas that see both sun and rain. Properly placed and compacted fill dirt helps control standing water and creates a stable base for driveways, patios, and building pads. Hello Gravel simplifies sourcing by matching you with local suppliers and dump-truck delivery, providing transparent pricing, material calculators, and help estimating the right tonnage so your project stays on schedule and suited to local soil and weather patterns.Popular Projects in Zebulon This Season
- Yard Grade Fill Dirt30 tons
- Driveway Raise Fill Dirt25 tons
- Garage Pad Backfill Fill Dirt18 tons
- Septic Mound Fill Dirt12 tons
- Patio Pad Fill Dirt8 tons
Zebulon Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West North Carolina
- 🏘️ Population: 28,910
- 🏡 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 Zebulon Projects
- Oct–Nov: Optimal Fall Compaction
- Feb–Apr: Wet Spring Risks
- May–Sept: High Heat Shrinkage
- Dec–Jan: Slow Winter Compaction
Summer Tip: Ask for clean, non-organic fill dirt matched to local subsoil and schedule delivery during dry weather when possible—Zebulon averages 34.00 inches of rain annually, so timing helps compaction and reduces tracking.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Zebulon Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Zebulon.
Typical delivered prices for fill dirt in the Zebulon area often fall between $12 and $35 per ton, or about $15 to $45 per cubic yard, depending on local supply, truck travel, and load size. Prices vary by season and supplier; use your zip code on Hello Gravel to get an exact quote for your delivery date.
Hello Gravel and most local suppliers commonly require a minimum order of about 3 tons, often the equivalent of one dump truck load for tri-axle trucks. Some suppliers or smaller haulers may set higher minimums for longer trips or special material requests, so confirm during checkout or with our sales team.
Zebulon's hot, humid summers and seasonal heavy rains increase the need for well-draining fill and proper grading to avoid settling and standing water. Use screened or engineered fill and install drainage swales or perforated pipes where needed; poor drainage and repeated wetting/drying cycles can cause organic-rich fill to compress or erode more quickly.
For driveways and foundations, avoid using loose, organic fill dirt as the structural base; instead use a well-graded granular fill or crushed stone base and reserve screened fill dirt for non-structural yard grading. For yard leveling in clay areas, use screened or clean fill dirt blended with coarse sand or gravel where drainage is needed, and cap with topsoil for planting.
For 1,000 square feet at 4 inches (0.333 ft), you need about 12.3 cubic yards; at 6 inches (0.5 ft), about 18.5 cubic yards. Using a typical loose conversion of about 1.2 tons per cubic yard, plan on roughly 15 to 22 tons of fill dirt and order 5–10% extra to allow for settlement and compaction.
Residential projects typically require compaction to reduce future settlement; 85–95% of standard proctor density is a common target depending on use. Small areas can be compacted with a plate compactor or jumping jack, while larger fills need a roller or tandem drum; expect multiple passes (often 4–10) and a contractor to test density if the fill supports structures.
Properly installed fill dirt used for yard grading can last many years if it is well compacted, covered with topsoil, and has good drainage. Using fill dirt as a driveway surface is not recommended; driveways need a compacted granular base and surface material like crushed stone, which will last longer under vehicle loads.
Fill dirt is cost-effective for raising grade and backfilling but may contain fines and organic material that settle and retain water. Crushed stone provides strength and drainage for driveways and foundations, clean sand improves drainage in clay soils, and topsoil supports planting. Choose based on whether you need load-bearing capacity, drainage, or planting surface.
Small deliveries and minor yard grading usually do not require permits, but larger earthwork, changes to drainage patterns, or fills that affect neighboring properties often trigger local permits or erosion-control requirements. Check with the Town of Zebulon Planning and Wake County permitting offices before major fills, and ask Hello Gravel or your contractor for guidance on local rules.
Contractors price fill dirt by the ton, by the cubic yard, or as a flat delivery plus installation labor. To get the best price, get multiple quotes, confirm whether delivery, spreading, and compaction are included, ask about truck size and dump location, and consider ordering larger loads for volume discounts; Hello Gravel can provide local supplier quotes and delivery options.
Drivers may offer tailgate spreading at their discretion, but it is not guaranteed and depends on safety, access, and local truck policies. Request spreading at checkout and plan to have equipment or labor available if precise placement and compaction are required.
Clear vegetation and debris, mark utilities and desired dump locations, and estimate turning or access needs for dump trucks; sturdy access reduces extra fees and prevents delivery delays. If you need the fill compacted or placed in specific areas, arrange for a contractor or equipment in advance and note any special instructions in your Hello Gravel order notes.
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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