Fill Dirt ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Madison address and unloads right where you point.
Fill dirt is the material you need when you want to raise a low yard, fill a hole, or build up a pad. It contains no organic matter, so it settles predictably and stays put over time.
Madison gets about 27 inches of precipitation a year, so drainage and washout planning matters when you spread fill dirt on a sloped area.
The fill dirt we stock is a single, consistent material suitable for structural fills. It does not decompose and provides a stable base for topsoil or hardscape.
| Product | Use | Note |
| Fill Dirt | Raising grade, filling holes, backfill | Clean, sandy-clay fill that compacts well and resists settling over time. |
The table below shows five common jobs and what to plan for when ordering fill dirt.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
| Backfill around a foundation | Fill Dirt | Use clean, well-draining fill to avoid settling. |
| Building up a pad | Fill Dirt | Compact in lifts for a stable base. |
| Filling a pool or pond | Fill Dirt | Allow for future settling after the first rain. |
| Burying a stump hole | Fill Dirt | Fill above grade to account for compaction. |
| Raising a low yard | Fill Dirt | Spread evenly and grade for drainage. |
Soils mapped in the Madison area are commonly well drained. This means you may need less base stone under the surface layer than in areas with heavy clay.
About 169 days a year drop below 32F, and ground freezing here is deep and long. This shortens the work window for spreading and grading to late spring through fall. The freeze season is long here, which shortens the window for spreading and grading to late spring through fall. The freeze-thaw cycle can cause the ground to move, so plan for settling after the first winter.
Snowfall averages about 38 inches a year. A loose surface of fill dirt can be damaged by plowing, so consider grading it before winter. About 53 days a year bring at least a tenth of an inch of rain, which can make the ground soft for delivery. Schedule the delivery onto firm ground.
To figure out how many tons of fill dirt your project needs, measure the length and width of the area and decide how deep you want the fill to be. Then use our fill dirt calculator to convert volume to tons. The calculator accounts for the compaction factor so you order the right amount.
Buying fill dirt from Gravel Monkey is straightforward. You order by the ton online, and delivery is priced by your ZIP code at checkout. A dump truck brings the material to your address in Madison. Loads range from 1 to over 40 tons, and free delivery is available on qualifying orders. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 for $50 off your first order.
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Along with fill dirt, you may need other materials for the same job.
Yes, Gravel Monkey delivers fill dirt in Madison and the surrounding area. The delivery date is chosen at checkout and must be at least 3 business days after the order date. You select a morning or afternoon window.
The tonnage depends on the area and depth of fill. Use our fill dirt calculator to estimate the tons needed. Ordering slightly more than the estimate is wise to account for compaction.
Fill dirt is a single product without size variations. It is a consistent, screened material free of organic matter. The only choice is how many tons you order.
Fill dirt does not contain nutrients for plants, so you should cover it with topsoil before planting or seeding. Once the topsoil is in place, you can seed immediately if conditions are right.
Fill dirt is the structural foundation for your project. Whether you are filling a low spot or building up a pad, having the right material delivered to your address makes the job easier. Visit our Madison page to order online or learn more about our delivery process.
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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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