Fill Dirt in White Settlement, TX

Prices vary by supplier, season, and distance, but delivered fill dirt in White Settlement is commonly in the range of about $10 to $30 per ton (roughly $12 to $36 per cubic yard). Smaller orders and long hauls raise the per-ton price; screenings or special specs cost more. These are approximate local ranges—get a zip-code quote on Hello Gravel for an exact price.

Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum order; most local haulers in the White Settlement area have similar minimums. Many orders include free delivery for nearby loads, but delivery fees can apply for next-day service, long-distance hauls, or tight-access drops—expect occasional fees from $25 to $150 depending on conditions.

Use this simple conversion: cubic yards = (square feet x depth in inches) / 324. To convert to tons for local fill dirt, multiply cubic yards by about 1.2 (tons per cubic yard is approximate). Example: raising 1,000 sq ft by 6 inches needs about 19 cubic yards and roughly 23 tons.

White Settlement commonly has heavy, clay-rich soils that can hold water and resist drainage. Using fill dirt to regrade and create positive slope away from foundations helps, but pure fill dirt does not solve poor drainage—installing drains, using structural fill, or adding gravel layers may be necessary for driveways and pads. Consider a soil test or consult a local contractor for problem areas.

Place fill dirt in thin lifts (4 to 8 inches) and compact each layer with a plate compactor or roller to reduce future settlement. Moisture-conditioning is important—soil should be slightly damp during compaction; in hot, dry Texas summers you may need to water lifts before compacting. For load-bearing areas, aim for professional compaction testing and use engineered fill or base material where specified.

Screened (cleaned) fill dirt is typically more expensive than raw unscreened fill due to processing—expect screened dirt to be roughly 10% to 30% higher than raw fill. Crushed limestone, used for stable driveways and bases, usually costs more than fill dirt—often 20% to 60% higher per ton depending on grade. Choose fill dirt for bulk grading and crushed stone for surfaces and structural base work.

Yes. Heavy spring and fall rains can delay delivery and make compaction difficult, while hot, dry summers can cause rapid drying and shrinkage of clay-rich fill. Avoid placing large fills during or immediately after heavy rain, and plan grading work for dry windows when compaction equipment can operate effectively. Minor freeze/thaw in winter can affect newly placed soil but is less severe than in colder climates.

Small residential deliveries for yard grading or backfill usually do not require a permit, but major regrading, changing drainage patterns, building retaining walls, or moving large volumes may trigger city or county permits and erosion-control rules. Contact the White Settlement Building Department or Tarrant County Planning before major grading to confirm local requirements.

As a bulk material, fill dirt is intended for grading and backfill rather than final driving surfaces—driveways need a stable base like crushed stone on top of compacted fill. Expect some settling in the first 6 to 12 months and plan for minor top-ups or regrading after heavy rain. Properly prepared and covered, fill dirt used for pads and backfill has low ongoing maintenance; driveway surfacing determines long-term maintenance and lifespan.

Material-only estimates for common small projects: raising a 1,000 sq ft yard by 6 inches (~19 cyd) could cost roughly $250 to $700 for delivered fill dirt depending on local rates and screening; adding compaction and contractor labor will increase the total. Hello Gravel connects you with local suppliers and haulers and can provide zip-code-specific quotes; for installation, we recommend requesting referrals to local contractors and getting multiple bids.