Fill Dirt ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Brewer address and unloads right where you point.
The freeze season is long in Brewer, which shortens the window for spreading and grading to late spring through fall. Brewer gets about 48 inches of precipitation a year, so drainage planning matters for any fill dirt project.
Fill dirt is the structural material you need for raising grade, filling holes, and backfilling around foundations. It contains no organic matter, so it compacts well and resists settling.
Uneven ground, low spots, and the need for a solid base call for a reliable structural fill. Fill dirt from Gravel Monkey is the right choice for these tasks because it packs down firmly and supports the weight of whatever you build on top.
| Product | What it's for | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Fill Dirt | raising grade, filling holes, backfill | No organic matter, so it compacts densely and supports structures without settling. |
Here are typical projects that use fill dirt, along with what to order and a note on depth.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| Bury a stump hole | Fill Dirt | fill to grade |
| Build up a pad | Fill Dirt | build to pad height |
| Raise a low yard | Fill Dirt | fill to level |
| Backfill around a foundation | Fill Dirt | backfill to foundation grade |
| Fill a pool or pond | Fill Dirt | fill to match surrounding grade |
Brewer gets about 48 inches of precipitation a year. That much moisture means you need to plan for drainage, especially if you are building a pad or backfilling. The ground around Brewer is in hydrologic group C, which takes water in slowly and sheds a fair amount across the surface. A deeper drainage layer under your fill dirt earns its place.
With about 162 days a year below freezing, the work window for spreading and grading is limited to late spring through fall. About 87 wet days a year also affect scheduling; you want to deliver onto firm ground, not mud. The freeze season is long here, which shortens the window for spreading and grading to late spring through fall.
To estimate the tons of fill dirt needed for your project, measure the length and width in feet and the depth you need. Use our fill dirt calculator to get a quick estimate based on your dimensions.
Order online by the ton. Delivery is priced by your ZIP code at checkout and arrives by dump truck in loads from 1 to 40+ tons. You choose a delivery window at least 3 business days out. You get an email confirmation, then a second email with the scheduled window and a photo of the material for your approval. Someone must be present during the window. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 for $50 off your first order. Learn more about Gravel Monkey, read customer reviews, and check delivery information on our site.
Yes, with about 162 days a year below freezing, the ground freezes deep and long. This limits the work window for digging and grading to late spring through fall, so order fill dirt in that season when the ground is workable.
Brewer gets about 87 wet days a year. You should schedule delivery during a dry spell to ensure firm ground for the truck and to avoid muddy conditions for spreading and compacting.
Yes, use code FIRSTTIMER50 at checkout to save $50 on your first order. This offer is subject to terms.
Yes, a contractor can place an order on behalf of a customer. You will need to provide the delivery address and be available during the delivery window.
Enter your delivery address in Brewer at checkout to see the exact delivered price. We deliver to your site in Penobscot County and the surrounding area.
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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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