Fill Dirt ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Gardnerville address and unloads right where you point.
Contractors and homeowners buy fill dirt for different reasons. Contractors need structural fill for new construction. Douglas County permitted about 314 single-family homes in 2024, so builders in the area need fill dirt for grading and backfill. Homeowners often need it to raise a low yard or fill a hole.
Fill dirt is clean mineral soil with no organic matter. It compacts well and provides a stable base. Gravel Monkey delivers fill dirt by the ton to your address in Gardnerville.
Fill dirt is sold by the ton and delivered in loads from 1 to over 40 tons. Choose the amount that fits your project.
| Product | What it is for | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Fill Dirt | Raising grade, filling holes, backfill | Clean, structural fill that compacts well for stable foundations. |
Fill dirt solves a few common problems. Here is how to order for each one.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| Filling a pool or pond | Fill dirt | Compact in thin lifts |
| Backfill around a foundation | Fill dirt | Compact in thin lifts |
| Raising a low yard | Fill dirt | Add evenly and compact |
| Burying a stump hole | Fill dirt | Fill and compact |
| Building up a pad | Fill dirt | Build in thin layers |
Ground freezing in Gardnerville is real but moderate. This means the ground is workable for most of the spring-to-fall season. When the ground thaws, fill dirt that was placed the previous season may settle a bit. Most of this work runs spring to fall, and the ground is workable for most of that stretch.
Soils mapped in the Gardnerville area are commonly somewhat poorly drained. That means you may need more base stone under the surface layer to improve drainage before adding fill dirt.
The ground around Gardnerville takes water in slowly and sheds a fair amount across the surface. A deeper drainage layer earns its place here, especially for fill dirt that will support a structure or a hardscape.
To determine the tonnage you need, measure the area and decide the desired depth. Use our fill dirt calculator on the Gravel Monkey site to convert cubic yards to tons based on the material density.
Ordering is done entirely online. You choose the tonnage and your ZIP code at checkout, and the delivery price is calculated automatically. Gravel Monkey delivers by dump truck in loads from 1 to over 40 tons, with free delivery on qualifying orders. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 for $50 off your first order.
At checkout you select a delivery window: morning, 7 am to 12 pm, or afternoon, 12 pm to 5 pm. You must provide a valid phone number for confirmation. After placing the order you receive an email confirmation. Closer to the date you get a second email with the scheduled window and a photo of the loaded material. Delivery only proceeds once you approve that second email. You or someone you nominate must be at the site during the window.
For more details visit the delivery information page. Learn about Gravel Monkey on the About Gravel Monkey page and see customer reviews.
Fill dirt is structural with no organic matter. Topsoil is the growing layer that goes on top of it. Depending on your project, you may also need one of these materials.
Yes. The ground freezes moderately, so the workable season runs spring to fall. Plan your delivery during that window for easiest compaction and to minimize settling.
Yes. The ground around Gardnerville takes water in slowly and sheds across the surface. This can mean you need a deeper drainage layer underneath the fill, which increases the total material needed.
We deliver to any address in the area where our network of suppliers can reach. Enter your ZIP at checkout to see if we cover that location.
Fill dirt is not graded by size like gravel. It is a general soil material. We offer one type: clean fill dirt that is suitable for structural fill. If you need a specific texture, contact us after ordering.
Order fill dirt for your Gardnerville project online in minutes. Choose your tonnage, select your delivery window, and approve the load photo. Visit the Gardnerville page to get started.
We also deliver fill dirt to nearby areas.
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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