Fill Dirt ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Pleasant Valley address and unloads right where you point.
When you order fill dirt from Gravel Monkey, a dump truck delivers a single load to your property in Pleasant Valley. You mark the spot where you want the material dumped, and the driver places it there.
Fill dirt is structural material, not topsoil. It contains no organic matter, so it settles less over time. Pleasant Valley gets about 46 inches of precipitation a year, so planning for drainage and washout is an important part of any fill dirt job.
For any ground-level project, the first material you place is the base. Fill dirt is that base material, designed to raise grade, fill holes, and provide a stable foundation. It compacts well and supports whatever goes on top, whether that is topsoil, concrete, or stone.
| Product | For | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Fill Dirt | Raising grade, filling holes, backfill | Structural fill that compacts and drains. No organic content to decompose. |
Fill dirt is the budget-friendly option for large volume jobs, while topsoil is the finish layer for growing things. Here are five typical projects and what to order.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| Raising a low yard | Fill Dirt | Compact in layers for stable fill. |
| Building up a pad | Fill Dirt | Allow for compaction; final grade after settling. |
| Filling a pool or pond | Fill Dirt | A drainage layer may be needed. |
| Burying a stump hole | Fill Dirt | Fill around the area and compact thoroughly. |
| Backfill around a foundation | Fill Dirt | Place and compact to direct water away. |
Dutchess County permitted about 295 single-family homes in 2024, so new construction is common in the Pleasant Valley area. Many of those homes sit on fill dirt that raises the grade above the surrounding ground.
Pleasant Valley sees about 84 wet days a year, meaning schedule your delivery onto firm ground to avoid rutting. About 135 days drop below freezing, which shortens the work window and causes the ground to heave. The soil in the area takes water in slowly and sheds it across the surface, so a deeper drainage layer is worth the extra material. Most of this work runs spring to fall, and the ground is workable for most of that stretch.
The amount of fill dirt you need depends on the area and the depth you want to raise it. Use our fill dirt calculator to get a tonnage estimate based on your project dimensions. You can also call us for help.
Order online by the ton, and delivery is priced by ZIP at checkout. A dump truck brings 1 to 40-plus tons to your property. Free delivery applies on qualifying orders. Enter the code FIRSTTIMER50 at checkout to save $50 on your first order. The delivery date must be at least 3 business days after the order date. You choose a morning or afternoon window at checkout. You must be available during that window, or nominate someone who is.
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Fill dirt forms the base, but you may need other materials to finish the job. Pair it with the following.
Delivery cost depends on your ZIP code and the tonnage you order. The ground in Pleasant Valley freezes to a moderate depth, so many buyers schedule deliveries in the warmer months to avoid frost issues.
The amount depends on the area and depth. Use the fill dirt calculator for an estimate. Pleasant Valley averages about 50 inches of snow each year, so you may want extra fill to raise the grade above snow depth.
The depth you need depends on what you are building. For a building pad or driveway, you need enough fill to reach the desired final grade after compaction. For filling holes, match the surrounding grade and allow for settling.
Fill dirt is sold by the ton. One ton covers roughly 100 square feet at 2 inches of depth, but that varies by material density. Use the fill dirt calculator to convert your volume into tons.
Fill dirt is the backbone of many land projects. Whether you are raising a low yard or backfilling a foundation, order online and let a dump truck bring the material to your property. Learn more on the Pleasant Valley hub page.
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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