Fill Dirt ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Connecticut address and unloads right where you point.
Fill dirt is different from topsoil. Topsoil has organic matter for growing things. Fill dirt is clean, compactable earth used to build up grade, backfill holes, and give a stable base under concrete or asphalt. Gravel Monkey delivers fill dirt by the ton to any address in Connecticut.
Whether you are filling a foundation trench or raising a low spot in the yard, fill dirt needs to be delivered in bulk. We bring it with a dump truck and price the delivery by your ZIP code at checkout.
| Product | Best for | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Fill Dirt | Raising grade, filling holes, backfill | Contains no organic matter; compacts well for structural support. |
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| Backfill around a foundation | Fill Dirt | Place in lifts and compact to prevent settling. |
| Burying a stump hole | Fill Dirt | Fill in 6-inch layers, tamp each layer. |
| Building up a pad | Fill Dirt | Allow for 6 to 12 inches of compacted depth. |
| Raising a low yard | Fill Dirt | Spread 4 to 8 inches for minor grade changes. |
| Filling a pool or pond | Fill Dirt | Use clean fill; compact in 8-inch lifts. |
Ground freezing affects any fill that is not fully compacted before winter. Across the Connecticut cities we deliver to, annual precipitation runs from about 49 to 52 inches, and the number of freezing days ranges from 106 to 144 a year. The freeze-thaw cycle can shift an unstable base, so proper compaction is critical.
Most of the state sits in the moderate band for ground freezing. Winter closes the ground for a stretch each year, so plan the delivery for either side of it. The dominant hydrologic soil groups in the state are B and C, meaning fill dirt base depth needs to account for moderate to slow drainage.
Avoid washing out the fill before it compacts. In wetter portions of the state, allow for extra drainage and compaction passes.
We deliver to residential and commercial addresses across Connecticut. Here are some of the cities we serve:
Gravel Monkey delivers to addresses across Connecticut, not only the cities listed here.
Tonnage depends on the area and depth. A cubic yard of fill dirt weighs about 1.3 tons. Use our fill dirt calculator to get a quick estimate for your project size.
Fill dirt is heavy, so bulk delivery saves you trips and labor. Order online by the ton, and the delivered price shows at checkout based on your ZIP code. We bring loads from 1 to 40+ tons in a dump truck to your address.
Free delivery may apply on qualifying orders. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 at checkout for $50 off your first order. Learn more about how Gravel Monkey works, see customer reviews, and read delivery information before you order.
Yes. In spring, thawing roads can trigger load limits for heavy trucks. The ground freezes for about 106 to 144 days a year across Connecticut, so the timing of restrictions varies by region. Check with the local road authority or talk to us at order time to avoid delays.
The most common hydrologic soil groups in the state are B and C. These soils drain moderately to slowly, so fill dirt must be compacted in layers to prevent settling. In wetter areas, a thicker base or additional drainage may be needed.
Topsoil is the most common companion. After fill dirt raises the grade or fills a hole, topsoil goes on top to support grass, gardens, or landscaping. Some projects also order crushed gravel for a drainage layer under the fill.
Yes. Use the code FIRSTTIMER50 at checkout to get $50 off your first delivery of fill dirt or any other bulk material from Gravel Monkey.
Raising a yard or backfilling a foundation? Fill dirt from Gravel Monkey is delivered by the ton to your address in Connecticut. Order online now and pick your delivery window at checkout.
See the delivered price for your address and order fill dirt by the ton online. Loads run from 1 to over 40 tons, with free delivery on qualifying orders.
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