Fill Dirt ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Asheville address and unloads right where you point.
Fill dirt is sold by the ton because that is the most practical way to move earth. A single dump truck holds 15 to 22 tons, and 10 tons of fill dirt covers about 140 square feet at 6 inches deep. That amount works for filling a small stump hole or raising a corner of a lot.
Asheville gets about 45 inches of precipitation a year. Drainage and washout planning matter more here because heavy rain can erode a fresh fill before it compacts.
Fill dirt has no organic material, so it settles very little over time. It is the structural base layer for any project that needs stable ground. Choose based on how much volume your job requires.
| Product | Best For | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Fill Dirt | Raising grade, filling holes, backfill | Delivered clean and free of debris; compacts well. |
Every project starts with a problem to solve. This table shows which jobs call for fill dirt and how deep you typically need it.
| Project | What to Order | Depth or Note |
|---|---|---|
| Burying a stump hole | Fill Dirt | Fill to grade, allow for settling 2 to 3 inches |
| Building up a pad | Fill Dirt | 6 to 12 inches compacted in lifts |
| Backfill around a foundation | Fill Dirt | Place in 12-inch layers, compact each |
| Raising a low yard | Fill Dirt | 4 to 6 inches after settling |
| Filling a pool or pond | Fill Dirt | Deep fill may require staged deliveries |
About 81 days a year in Asheville bring at least a tenth of an inch of rain. Scheduling the delivery onto firm ground is important because fresh fill compacts best when it is dry. Around 108 days a year drop below 32F, which limits working days in winter and can cause ground heave if the fill freezes before it is compacted.
Snowfall averages about 10 inches a year. Plowing can damage a loose surface, so it is smart to spread and compact fill before the first accumulation or after the snow melts. The ground around Asheville is in hydrologic group C, meaning it takes water in slowly and sheds a fair amount across the surface. A deeper drainage layer earns its place because the fill itself will not absorb water quickly.
Work can run most of the year in this climate, which makes scheduling the delivery the easy part. The main constraint is keeping the fill dry while you spread and compact it.
Measure the length, width and desired depth of the area in feet, then multiply to get cubic feet. Divide by 27 to get cubic yards, then multiply by about 1.4 to convert to tons. For a precise number, use our fill dirt calculator, which accounts for compaction and the specific weight of fill dirt.
Buying fill dirt in Asheville is done entirely online. You choose the product and quantity by the ton, enter your ZIP code to see delivery pricing, and pick a delivery window. A dump truck brings the load to your property. Loads range from 1 to over 40 tons. Free delivery is available on qualifying orders. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 at checkout for $50 off your first order.
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Fill dirt handles the structure. Pair it with a surface material to finish the job or with a stronger base if the load is heavy.
Yes. Delivery is scheduled at least 3 business days out, and the driver needs a safe, dry path to unload. Freezing temperatures, which occur on about 108 days a year, can make the ground too hard to drive on or cause the fill to freeze in the truck. Choose a dry day during a thaw for best results.
Yes. Soils in the Asheville area are in hydrologic group C, which means they take water in slowly and shed a fair amount across the surface. This behavior means you may need a deeper fill to create proper drainage, especially in low spots where runoff collects. A thicker layer of fill dirt helps keep the surface stable.
Yes. Gravel Monkey delivers to any address in and around Asheville as long as the truck can access the site with a 12-foot-wide road. At checkout, enter your ZIP code to confirm delivery availability. The same bulk pricing and service policies apply.
Fill dirt is not graded by particle size like gravel. It comes as a blended soil subgrade material with a mix of sand, silt and clay. There is one product category, and you choose it when you need structural fill. The calculator will help you decide the tonnage.
Fill dirt is the starting point for leveling, backfilling and raising grade. Order what you need online and let the truck do the heavy work. Visit the Asheville hub for more delivery details and to start your order.
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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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