Fill Dirt in Greenway / Upper Kirby Area, TX

Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum order for fill-dirt and uses local dump trucks for delivery. Standard delivery is 2+ business days; next-day delivery may be available if you order before noon CST for an extra fee. Drivers may be able to tailgate-spread at their discretion, but spreading is not guaranteed.

Prices vary by supplier and source, but delivered fill-dirt in the Houston region typically falls in the range of about $12 to $35 per ton. Using a rule of thumb of about 1.1–1.5 tons per cubic yard (commonly 1.3 tons/cu yd), that equals roughly $16 to $45 per cubic yard delivered. Get a local quote through Hello Gravel for an accurate, location-specific price.

Use this formula: cubic yards = (area in sq ft * depth in feet) / 27. One cubic yard covers 324 sq ft at 1 inch depth, so for 1,000 sq ft you need about 9.3 cu yd for 3", 18.5 cu yd for 6", and 37.0 cu yd for 12" (roughly 12, 24, and 48 tons respectively using a 1.3 ton/cu yd estimate). Always buy 5–10% extra to allow for settling and compaction.

Fill-dirt can be used to raise grade or fill low spots, but if the material has high clay content it can hold water and worsen drainage in Houston's humid climate. Proper compaction in lifts, adding a well-draining layer, or using sandier engineered fill is recommended for areas where drainage matters. For structural work or areas with standing water, consult a contractor or consider engineered fill instead.

Hello Gravel handles delivery, but contractors commonly charge for spreading and compaction. Expect machine rates around $75 to $150 per hour for skid steers or mini-excavators, plate compactor rentals $60 to $150 per day, and labor or hand-spreading rates that can add $5 to $15 per cubic yard for small jobs. Ask contractors for a written estimate and compare per-project vs hourly pricing.

Fill-dirt alone is generally not recommended as the final load-bearing surface for driveways because it may not compact uniformly and can retain moisture. Crushed limestone or an engineered base is the better choice in Greenway / Upper Kirby for driveways since those materials offer superior compaction, drainage, and long-term stability. If you use fill-dirt to raise grade, place and compact it in lifts, then install a proper base material on top.

Most deliveries use tri-axle dump trucks that comply with state and local weight limits; heavy or oversized loads, street closures, or prolonged parking of trucks may require permits from the City of Houston or Harris County. Some HOAs have additional rules about trucks or material delivery times, so check with your local municipality and HOA before delivery. If a permit is needed, notify Hello Gravel when ordering so we can coordinate with the supplier and hauler.

Fill-dirt will settle over time, especially if not placed and compacted in lifts, so expect some settling in the first year and plan to top up low spots. With proper placement and compaction, it can serve as a stable subgrade for years, but it will need grading, occasional re-leveling, and proper drainage to prevent erosion in heavy Houston rains. Consider covering with mulch, sod, or a finished base material to reduce erosion and maintenance.

Because Hello Gravel sources materials regionally, fill-dirt in the Greenway / Upper Kirby area may range from sandy to clayey and can vary in color and texture. Schedule deliveries when ground is drier to reduce tracking and compaction issues, and add notes in your order about color or composition preferences if you have them. If exact composition matters for structural work, request a supplier specification or test before buying.