Fill Dirt ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Jerome address and unloads right where you point.
Fill dirt and topsoil are not the same material. Fill dirt is the workhorse for raising grade, filling holes, and backfilling foundations. It contains no organic matter, so it settles predictably under compaction. With Jerome averaging only about 10 inches of precipitation annually, managing drainage when building up a new surface is critical.
The structural role of fill dirt makes it ideal for projects that need a stable base. Whether you are leveling a yard or burying an old stump, fill dirt provides the load-bearing foundation that prevents future settling.
For most Jerome projects, fill dirt is the right choice because it compacts well and does not rot. It is not suitable for planting, however, because it lacks the organic content that plants need.
| Product | Use | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Fill Dirt | Raising grade, filling holes, backfill | Compacts well; order by the ton for bulk delivery. |
The table below shows typical projects and the recommended fill dirt depth.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| Raising a low yard | Fill Dirt | 6 to 12 inches after compaction |
| Filling a pool or pond | Fill Dirt | Depth varies; compact in 6-inch lifts |
| Building up a pad | Fill Dirt | 8 to 12 inches compacted |
| Backfill around a foundation | Fill Dirt | Compact in 6-inch lifts to prevent settling |
| Burying a stump hole | Fill Dirt | Fill to ground level; tamp firmly |
The freeze season in Jerome is long, with about 144 days per year dropping below 32F. This shortens the window for spreading and grading to late spring through fall. If you spread fill dirt in late fall, the ground may freeze before the material settles, causing uneven grades come spring.
Jerome receives about 25 inches of snow annually. Plowing or driving on a loose fill dirt surface can create ruts that are hard to fix. The ground freezes deep here, so plan your work for when the soil is thawed and workable.
Soils mapped in the Jerome area are commonly well drained, which means you may need less base stone under the fill dirt. The ground around Jerome takes water in at a moderate rate, so standard base depths are usually sufficient for drainage. Still, always compact fill dirt in lifts to avoid future settling.
To calculate how many tons of fill dirt you need, measure the area's length and width in feet, then multiply by the desired depth in feet to get cubic feet. Divide by 27 to find cubic yards, then multiply by the material density (roughly 1.3 to 1.5 tons per cubic yard). Use our fill dirt calculator to do this math automatically and get a tonnage estimate tailored to your project. For large projects like raising a yard, a typical depth of 6 to 12 inches after compaction is common.
Order fill dirt online by the ton. Delivery is priced by ZIP at checkout, and a dump truck brings the material to your Jerome address. Loads range from 1 to 40+ tons, and free delivery is available on qualifying orders. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 for $50 off your first order.
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Delivery cost is calculated by zip code at checkout. Because Jerome sees about 30 days a year with at least a tenth of an inch of rain, you may want to schedule delivery for firm ground conditions. The exact price depends on your location and order size.
Yes, we deliver fill dirt to your address in Jerome and many nearby cities. Jerome County permitted about 99 single-family homes in 2024, showing that new construction in the area often needs fill dirt for grading and backfill.
No. You or a nominated person must be at the delivery site during the chosen window. If no one is there, a missed delivery or redelivery fee can apply, and the order is not refunded.
Order at least 3 business days before your desired delivery date. At checkout you choose a morning (7 am to 12 pm) or afternoon (12 pm to 5 pm) window. Orders placed closer than 3 days out may not be accommodated.
Fill dirt is a practical choice for structural fills and grade changes. Whether you are building up a pad or backfilling, Gravel Monkey delivers by the ton to your Jerome address. Start by using our fill dirt calculator to estimate your needs, then place your order online.
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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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