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 Garland Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Garland, Texas (population 218,728) sits inside the growing Dallas–Fort Worth metro area (2.7+ million) and is expanding at about 1.00% annually. The city’s climate—USDA hardiness zone 8b with 228 sunny days per year and roughly 34.25 inches of rain annually—supports year-round outdoor work and steady residential development. That steady growth and favorable weather drive demand for site work, grading, foundation backfill, and landscaping projects. Homeowners in Garland often need reliable bulk materials to build pads, raise low spots, or prepare beds for plants and hardscapes. Fill Dirt is a basic but crucial material for those tasks: it’s used to add volume and stabilize grades before topping with topsoil, sod, or concrete. Because local soil and weather affect settling and compaction, Garland homeowners benefit from sourcing consistent, regionally appropriate Fill Dirt to reduce rework and support long-lasting results.Popular Projects in Garland This Season
- Backyard Grade Fill Dirt15 tons
- Driveway Raise Fill Dirt40 tons
- Foundation Backfill Fill Dirt25 tons
- Pool Backfill Fill Dirt60 tons
- Residential Lot Fill Dirt300 tons
Garland Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: Dallas-Fort Worth, TX
- 🏘️ Population: 218,728
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.7+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.25 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 1.00% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Garland Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Temps
- Feb–Apr: Ideal Moisture Levels
- May–Sept: High Heat Drying
- Dec–Jan: Cold Weather Limits
Summer Tip: Place Fill Dirt in thin layers and compact each layer to reduce settling; order a little extra to allow for compaction and grading.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Garland Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Garland.
Pricing varies by supplier and market, but in Garland (Dallas–Fort Worth) expect roughly $8 to $25 per ton for unprocessed fill dirt depending on moisture and quality. Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum order and often includes free standard delivery in many zip codes; next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. Always get a quote for your zip code so you can see any hauling or minimum charges up front.
For backfilling and level grading in Garland's clay-heavy soils, use clean, low-organic fill dirt or engineered fill with minimal organic matter and good compaction characteristics. Avoid using topsoil or highly organic fill directly against foundations; if expansive clay is a concern, consider a structural backfill or gravel layer and consult an engineer for foundation work. Local suppliers can often source low-organic fill or recommend mixes suited to the Blackland Prairie clay common in the area.
A quick method: cubic yards = (square feet x depth in feet) / 27, and fill dirt in Garland typically weighs about 1.2 to 1.5 tons per cubic yard depending on moisture and compaction. For 1,000 sq ft at 6 inches (0.5 ft) depth you need about 18.5 cubic yards (1000 x 0.5 / 27), which is roughly 22 to 28 tons of fill dirt using the 1.2-1.5 tons/cy range. Always round up for settlement and order at least the 3-ton minimum through Hello Gravel.
Uncompacted or poorly drained fill dirt can shrink during hot, dry periods and heave or settle after heavy rains, which is a concern in Garland's climate and expansive Blackland Prairie clay. Proper compaction, good site drainage, and using low-organic or engineered fill will reduce movement; for critical areas near foundations or pavement, use engineered backfill or a granular subbase instead. Expect some post-delivery settlement and plan to top up or regrade as needed.
Fill dirt alone is not ideal as a finished driveway base, but if used as subgrade it should be placed in lifts of 4 to 6 inches and compacted thoroughly with a vibratory plate compactor or roller. Aim for high compaction (typically 90% to 95% of Standard Proctor) where structurally required, and consider a 6 to 8 inch layer of crushed stone or road base on top for load-bearing and drainage. Hire a contractor for larger driveways or for compaction testing on sites with expansive clay.
Crushed limestone or engineered road base is the preferred choice for driveways because it provides structural strength, compaction stability, and better drainage than fill dirt. Fill dirt is appropriate for raising grades and non-structural fills, but not as a finished driveway surface or main structural base in Garland's variable soils. For best long-term performance, use compacted road base or crushed stone topped with your surface material, and reserve fill dirt for areas away from wheel loads.
Fill dirt by itself has limited erosion resistance on exposed slopes, especially during heavy rain; it works best when covered with topsoil and vegetation, erosion-control blankets, or terracing. For slope stability, use well-graded fill with some fines to help bind the soil, but combine it with erosion control measures and proper drainage features. If erosion is a primary concern, discuss engineered soils or structural solutions with a local landscaper or civil engineer.
Large grading or fill projects can trigger permit or plan requirements with the City of Garland, especially if they change drainage patterns, exceed certain volumes, or are near public right-of-way. Check with Garland Building Inspections or Public Works before you begin; for sizable fills you may need an engineered grading plan, erosion control measures, or a permit. Hello Gravel recommends confirming permits early to avoid work delays or rework.
Yes, Hello Gravel connects customers with local suppliers and dump-truck haulers serving the Dallas–Fort Worth area who commonly deliver fill dirt to Garland addresses. Minimum order through Hello Gravel is 3 tons, and some suppliers offer smaller trucks or split loads depending on availability; tailgate spreading can be requested at checkout but is done at the driver's discretion. Contact customer service or request a delivery window and spreading note in your order to see local options and fees.
Fill dirt used without a structural base will settle and may require topping up or regrading within months to a few years, especially after heavy rains or seasonal moisture cycles common in the DFW area. If you place properly compacted fill and cap it with crushed stone or pavement, the assembly can perform well for many years with routine maintenance like minor regrading and surface repairs. For critical surfaces like driveways, use engineered base materials to minimize maintenance and extend lifespan.
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!
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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.
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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