Buy Topsoil in Madison, Illinois

Madison sees about 85 days a year drop below 32F. That limits the workable season for spreading topsoil to the warmer months. Most homeowners place orders in spring and early fall.

Topsoil is the layer plants grow in, and getting it delivered in bulk saves trips to the store. Gravel Monkey delivers right to your driveway by the ton.

Topsoil Available for Delivery in Madison

One product covers nearly every residential job: straight topsoil. It comes in bulk loads for any project size.

Common Madison Projects and the Right Topsoil Depth

Each job needs a different depth of topsoil. Use the table below as a starting point.

Madison Climate and How It Affects Your Topsoil Job

Madison gets about 44 inches of precipitation a year. That means water moves through the soil a lot, so good drainage matters. If the ground stays wet, topsoil can wash away or get compacted.

You also have about 76 days a year with at least a tenth of an inch of rain. Scheduling delivery on dry days gives the truck firm ground to back onto and keeps the pile from turning into mud.

Soils mapped in the Madison area are commonly poorly drained. That is an area-wide pattern, not a guarantee for any single yard. If your property sits on clay, you may need more base stone under the topsoil. The ground around Madison is in dual hydrologic group B/D. Where it is drained it absorbs water at a moderate rate; where it is not, rain mostly runs off. So drainage and depth matter more here than in places with sandy soil. Winter closes the ground for a stretch each year, so plan the delivery for either side of it.

How Much Topsoil You Need for Your Madison Property

To figure tonnage, measure the area in square feet and multiply by the depth you want in inches, then divide by 324. That gives cubic yards. Topsoil weighs roughly 1.2 to 1.5 tons per yard. Use Gravel Monkey's material calculators to get a precise number.

Ordering Topsoil from Gravel Monkey

Order online by the ton. Enter your ZIP during checkout and the delivered price shows up before you commit. Loads range from 1 ton to 40 tons or more on a single dump truck.

Free delivery applies on qualifying orders. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 at checkout to save $50 on your first order. You choose a delivery window: morning, 7 am to 12 pm, or afternoon, 12 pm to 5 pm. The date must be at least 3 business days after the order.

A valid phone number is needed to confirm the delivery. You get an email confirmation when you order, then another email closer to the date with the window and a photo of the load. Delivery goes ahead only once you approve that second email. Learn more on the delivery information page, read about Gravel Monkey, or see customer reviews.

Other Materials to Pair with Topsoil in Madison

Many Madison buyers combine topsoil with one of these products for the same job.

• Walkway Gravel, sits under topsoil in paths to keep mud off shoes.
• Crushed Stone, used as a base layer under topsoil to improve drainage.
• Crushed Concrete, a recycled base alternative that also helps drainage.
• Fill Dirt, raises the grade before you add topsoil for planting.
• Mulch, goes on top of topsoil to hold moisture and stop weeds.
• Sand, mixed into topsoil to loosen heavy clay and improve drainage.

Frequently Asked Questions about Topsoil Delivery in Madison

What is the smallest load of topsoil you deliver to Madison?

The smallest load we deliver is 1 ton. With about 11 inches of snow a year, snowmelt can saturate the ground, so it is smart to order after the spring melt when the delivery site is firm.

When is the best time of year to order topsoil in Madison?

The best time is spring or early fall. Madison has about 85 days a year below 32F, so the ground is workable from thaw in late March through freeze-up in November.

Do you deliver to a job site with no one on it?

No. You or someone you nominate must be at the site during the delivery window. If nobody is there, the driver cannot drop the load, and a redelivery fee may apply.

What surface does the truck need to reach the drop point?

The haul road or driveway must be at least 12 feet wide. If the truck cannot reach the spot you want, the crew unloads as close as they safely can. Check for overhead wires and low branches too.

Order Topsoil for Your Madison Property

Whether you are putting in a new lawn, filling raised beds, or regrading after construction, topsoil from Gravel Monkey comes to your address by dump truck. Order online at the Madison city page and choose your delivery date.

We also deliver to nearby towns.

• Fairmont City
• Pontoon Beach
• Granite City
• Venice
• Washington Park
• East St. Louis
• Collinsville
• Caseyville
• Saint Louis
• Edwardsville