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 Pharr Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Pharr is a growing West Texas community with a city population of 67,810 and an annual growth rate of 0.70% annually, a trend that is increasing demand for residential grading, yard regrading, and site preparation across the broader metro area of 2.5+ million. The local climate is semi-arid—228 sunny days annually, a hardiness zone of 8b, and annual rainfall of 34.25 inches—which shapes how homeowners approach landscaping and construction. Because lots are being redeveloped and new projects are common, residents look for dependable aggregates that match native soils, withstand strong sun, and perform through occasional heavy rains. Homeowners and contractors alike request materials that compact reliably, support foundations and patios, and help control runoff during storm events.Popular Projects in Pharr This Season
- Backyard Grading Fill Dirt15 tons
- Driveway Base Fill Dirt30 tons
- Pool Backfill Fill Dirt40 tons
- Building Pad Fill Dirt120 tons
- Retaining Wall Backfill Fill Dirt25 tons
Pharr Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West Texas
- 🏘️ Population: 67,810
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.5+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.25 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 0.70% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Pharr Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Temps
- Feb–Apr: Good Compaction Window
- May–Sept: High Drying Risk
- Dec–Jan: Low Frost Risk
Summer Tip: In Pharr, compact fill dirt in lifts and slope the finished grade away from structures to manage runoff from the annual rainfall of 34.25 inches; request locally sourced fill dirt to reduce settlement and improve compatibility with native soil.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Pharr Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Pharr.
Delivery costs in Pharr vary with distance, truck access, and supplier, but typical ranges are: 5 cubic yards: $0 to $75; 10 cubic yards: $0 to $125; 20 cubic yards: $25 to $200. Hello Gravel often includes free delivery in many areas, but fees depend on your zip code and site access; request a quote at checkout for an exact price. Next-day delivery may add a surcharge if you need faster service.
On clay-heavy sites, pure native fill dirt can hold moisture and shrink or swell, so contractors often recommend low-organic, compactable subsoil or an engineered blend with sand/grit to improve drainage and reduce shrink-swell. For structural work or where drainage matters, ask for a granular structural fill or mix the fill dirt with class II/base material; your contractor can specify proportions. Always avoid topsoil or high-organic mixes when you need stable fill.
Fill dirt typically weighs about 1.2 to 1.4 tons per cubic yard depending on moisture and compaction. One cubic yard covers about 81 sq ft at 4 inches, 54 sq ft at 6 inches, and 27 sq ft at 12 inches; at 4 inches that translates to roughly 0.016 tons (about 32 lbs) per sq ft. Always add 5-15% for settlement and compaction when ordering.
Most local contractors prefer crushed stone or class II road base as the working surface for residential driveways because those materials drain and compact better under traffic. Fill dirt is commonly used to raise grades or fill low spots beneath the base, but it is rarely used as the finished surface for driveways. A typical approach in Pharr is compacted fill dirt subgrade, then several inches of crushed base, then a surface layer of gravel or pavement.
Pharr’s hot, dry periods cause clay-rich fill to shrink and crack, while heavy summer storms can quickly cause erosion and washing if the fill is not compacted and protected. Proper compaction, good grading to shed water, and surface protection (vegetation, mulch, or a gravel cover) reduce settlement and erosion. For areas exposed to runoff, add swales, drainage pipes, or erosion control measures to prolong performance.
City and county rules often apply to grading, changing lot grades, or work in regulated floodplain areas, so check with City of Pharr Development Services and Hidalgo County before moving large amounts of fill. Permits are commonly required when fill affects drainage, stormwater, or adjacent properties, and you may need erosion-control plans for larger jobs. When in doubt, contact the local permitting office or a licensed contractor to confirm requirements.
If left as the finished surface, fill dirt will usually need more frequent maintenance—regrading or adding material every season to every few years—especially after heavy rains. When compacted and covered with a proper base and surface material (crushed stone, asphalt, or pavers), the lifespan increases substantially and maintenance is mostly limited to occasional patching and grading. Regular inspections after storms and fixing drainage issues quickly will extend service life.
Hello Gravel connects you with trusted local suppliers and haulers serving Pharr; many local vendors deliver fill dirt with a minimum order of about 3 tons (roughly 2 to 3 cubic yards). Minimums can vary by supplier and truck type, and larger jobs often qualify for better pricing, so check your zip code in Hello Gravel’s checkout for exact suppliers and minimums. If you need placement or compaction, ask us to connect you with contractors in the area.
Class II road base and crushed limestone are engineered to compact tightly and shed water, making them far better for driveways and areas with vehicular traffic. Fill dirt typically contains more fines and native clay, so it holds water, compacts poorly for structural loads, and is more prone to settling. Use fill dirt for grade adjustments and backfill, then put class II or crushed stone on top where strength and drainage are needed.
A 1,000 sq ft area at 4 inches requires about 12.3 cubic yards of material (roughly 15 to 18 tons depending on moisture). Material cost for fill dirt in the region often runs low per cubic yard, but contractor placement and compaction typically add the biggest expense; a realistic total range is about $500 to $1,800 depending on material price, truck access, site prep, and compaction equipment. For an accurate local quote, request a detailed estimate through Hello Gravel or a licensed contractor that includes hauling, placement, compaction, and any grading or drainage work.
As of today, we require 2 business days for delivery.
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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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