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 Temple Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Temple is a growing central Texas city with a population of 86,225, located in the larger Waco metro area that holds 475,000 people. With an annual growth rate of 1.10% and a climate that averages 230 sunny days and 33.00 inches of rain per year (USDA hardiness zone 8b), local homeowners are investing in additions, hardscapes, and site grading more frequently. Those projects create steady demand for reliable aggregates that perform under both sun and seasonal rain. Quality fill dirt helps prevent settling, supports foundations and slabs, and provides a stable base for driveways, patios, and raised planting beds—making it a common material for Temple residents who want long-lasting results without constantly reworking soil after storms or heavy use.Popular Projects in Temple This Season
- Yard Regrading Fill Dirt25 tons
- Driveway Base Fill Dirt45 tons
- Foundation Backfill Fill Dirt180 tons
- Pool Pad Fill Dirt35 tons
- Raised Lot Fill Dirt60 tons
Temple Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: Waco, TX
- 🏘️ Population: 86,225
- 🏡 Metro Area: 475,000
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 33.00 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 230/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 1.10% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Temple Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Temps
- Feb–Apr: Moderate Moisture
- May–Sept: High Heat Drying
- Dec–Jan: Slow Winter Curing
Summer Tip: Use clean, compactable fill dirt in 4–6 inch lifts for grading and backfill; check drainage slopes to direct runoff away from foundations given Temple’s seasonal rainfall.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Temple Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Temple.
Delivery cost in Temple varies with volume, distance from the supplier, and truck access. Many Hello Gravel orders qualify for free delivery, but when a fee applies residential deliveries in the Waco/Temple area commonly range from $0 to $150 for typical loads; large or long-haul jobs can be higher. Check your zip code on our site for exact pricing and available delivery dates.
Hello Gravel connects you with local suppliers and haul contractors serving Temple and the Waco metro who sell bulk fill dirt. Most suppliers offer dump-truck delivery and some drivers can perform tailgate spreading at their discretion; request spreading at checkout but expect the driver to assess safety and site access on arrival. If you need guaranteed spreading, ask for a dedicated spreading service from a local landscaper or contractor.
Use this formula: cubic yards = area (ft2) x depth (in) / 324. Then convert to tons by multiplying cubic yards by about 1.2 to 1.5 (one cubic yard of fill dirt typically weighs 1.2–1.5 tons depending on moisture and compaction). Example: to raise 1,000 ft2 by 2 inches you need about 6.2 yd3, which is roughly 7.5–9.3 tons.
Yes. For Temple’s expansive clay subsoil, choose low-organic, well-graded select fill or engineered fill to minimize shrink-swell and settlement; avoid high-organic topsoil as structural fill. For improved drainage near foundations or grade changes, use free-draining materials such as granular fill or a combination of sand and crushed stone, and cap with appropriate base material where needed.
Permit needs depend on the scope of work and local rules; small landscape grade changes often do not require a permit, but regrading that affects stormwater, runoff, or lot drainage may. Check with the City of Temple Planning and Permits or Bell County before major grade changes and contact Hello Gravel if you need documentation for your supplier.
Fill dirt compacts well but is not very permeable, so it can hold water and worsen runoff if used without drainage measures. For heavy summer rains in Temple, combine fill dirt with proper grading, swales, French drains, or surface rock to direct water and stabilize slopes; use erosion control fabric, vegetation, or riprap on banks to prevent washouts.
For structural fills and building pads in the Temple area, contractors commonly target about 90%–95% of maximum dry density (Proctor) and verify with field testing. Equipment ranges from plate compactors and jumping jacks for small areas to sheepsfoot rollers and vibratory rollers for larger clay fills; homeowners should hire a compaction-tested contractor for critical loads.
Fill dirt is generally cheaper per cubic yard than crushed limestone or crusher-run but does not provide a stable, drainable surface for driveways by itself. In Central Texas, a common approach is to use fill dirt for subgrade or elevation work, compact it, then install crusher-run or crushed limestone as the wearing surface for strength, drainage, and longevity.
If fill dirt is used only as subgrade and capped with a proper gravel or stone surface, a driveway can last many years with periodic maintenance such as adding 1–2 inches of stone every few years and regrading after storms. A driveway that uses exposed fill dirt without a base will rut and wash out quickly in Temple’s heavy rains and require frequent repairs.
Yes. Availability and price can vary seasonally; wet periods or storm events can limit truck access and slow production, and peak landscaping seasons can increase demand. We recommend ordering early, checking lead times in checkout, and using Hello Gravel’s delivery calendar to lock in a date that fits your schedule.
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.
Please type in your zip code on any product screen and it will let you know if we service your area. The chances are that we do!
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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