Fill Dirt in Tualatin, OR

Delivered fill-dirt prices in Tualatin commonly range depending on quality, screening, and haul distance. Expect roughly $8 to $25 per ton delivered for typical non-engineered fill-dirt, with higher prices for screened or truck-heavy short loads. Exact pricing varies by supplier and season, so get a quote through Hello Gravel for an accurate delivered price to your zip code.

Most suppliers serving Tualatin have a minimum order around 3 tons, which matches Hello Gravel's minimum order policy. Standard delivery lead time is usually 2+ business days; next-day delivery may be available if you order before the cutoff (check at checkout and expect an additional fee). Contact Hello Gravel as soon as possible for schedule changes or faster service.

Fill-dirt is generally a fine-grained material composed of clay, silt, and small rock fragments; particle size is usually fines to pea-size gravel. For general yard raising and grading, standard screened fill-dirt is fine; for driveway bases you should not rely on plain fill-dirt—use crushed rock or gravel (1/2" to 1" minus) for a stable, well-draining base. Suppliers in West Oregon often offer screened (cleaner, better for final grades) and unscreened bulk fills (cheaper, best for rough fill).

Fill-dirt tends to hold moisture and can be slow-draining, which is important in Tualatin's wet winters and clay-prone soils. For areas that require drainage or vehicle use, combine fill-dirt with drainage layers (coarse gravel or crushed rock) and compact in thin lifts to improve stability. Expect longer drying times in fall and winter; allow proper compaction and consider geotextile or engineered fill for load-bearing applications.

Permit needs depend on the scope of work. Small yard grading often does not require a permit, but larger grading, changes to drainage, or moving significant volumes (check city thresholds) may require a grading or erosion-control permit from the City of Tualatin. Always check with Tualatin Public Works or planning before major fills and follow local stormwater and erosion-control rules.

Calculate cubic yards by multiplying the area (square feet) by depth (feet) then divide by 27 (cu ft per cu yd). Convert cubic yards to tons by multiplying cu yd by a density factor—typical fill-dirt in our region is about 1.2 to 1.5 tons per cubic yard; use 1.4 as a practical estimate. Example: raising 1,000 sq ft by 3 inches is 9.26 cu yd, roughly 13 tons of fill-dirt using 1.4 tons/cu yd.

Use fill-dirt to raise grades and fill low spots, but it is not a good long-term driveway base because it drains poorly and can rut. For driveways, install a compacted crushed rock or crushed gravel base for drainage and strength, then top with appropriate surface material. For planting beds, use imported topsoil or a mix of fill-dirt blended with compost—topsoil is best for plant health while fill-dirt is best for bulk raising.

Yes, many West Oregon suppliers offer both screened (finer, fewer rocks) and unscreened bulk fill-dirt. Delivery by dump truck is standard; optional tailgate spreading may be available at the driver's discretion and should be requested at checkout. For precise placement or mechanical spreading/compaction, arrange contractor services—Hello Gravel can connect you to local haulers but contractors handle most spreading and compaction work.

Contractor costs vary with scope, terrain, and equipment, but typical local rates fall roughly between $50 and $150 per hour for a crew with machinery. Some contractors charge by the cubic yard for spreading and compacting, commonly $8 to $20 per cubic yard depending on site access and compaction requirements. Always get multiple quotes and confirm whether the price includes compaction, hauling, and disposal of excess material.

Late spring through early fall is the best window because soils are drier, allowing better compaction and easier truck access. Tualatin's wet winter months increase the risk of poor compaction, rutting, and delivery delays due to saturated ground. If you must work in the wetter months, plan for more drying/settling time and expect higher difficulty and potential extra fees.

Improve performance by placing fill-dirt in thin lifts (4 to 8 inches) and compacting each layer with appropriate equipment until you reach the target density. Add a coarse drainage layer (gravel) under areas that need rapid drainage or vehicle traffic, and consider geotextile fabric to separate soft native clay from the new fill. If the area is load-bearing or near structures, consult an engineer for engineered fill specifications.

Measure area and depth to estimate cubic yards, then convert to tons using 1.2–1.5 tons per cubic yard to get a preliminary order. Remember Hello Gravel's minimum order is 3 tons, standard delivery is 2+ business days, and you can request delivery notes or tailgate spreading at checkout; contact our team for help with calculators, local supplier details, or permits.

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.

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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!

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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.

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We are headquartered in New Orleans, LA. However, we have a network of suppliers across the country from which we provide the materials.