Fill Dirt ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Pennsboro address and unloads right where you point.
Fill dirt is the structural layer under patios, driveways and lawns. In Pennsboro you order it by the ton and get it delivered by dump truck, no yard visit needed.
Ground here is in hydrologic group C, which means the soil takes water in slowly and sheds a fair amount across the surface. That makes a deeper drainage layer under fill dirt earn its place in projects around town.
Fill dirt does not have different sizes or grades. It is clean mineral soil with no organic matter, used for raising grade, filling holes and backfill.
| Product | What it is for | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Fill Dirt | Raising grade, filling holes, backfill | Compacts well and does not settle much after the first few rains. |
Five projects that call for fill dirt, along with the typical depth or a key note for each.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| Filling a pool or pond | Fill Dirt | Compact in lifts for stable ground. |
| Burying a stump hole | Fill Dirt | Fill in stages to let the ground settle. |
| Building up a pad | Fill Dirt | Depth depends on the finished grade you need. |
| Backfill around a foundation | Fill Dirt | Place in thin layers and tamp each one. |
| Raising a low yard | Fill Dirt | Spread evenly to avoid low spots later. |
Pennsboro gets about 47 inches of precipitation a year, so drainage and washout planning matter on any fill dirt project. About 94 days a year bring at least a tenth of an inch of rain, which means scheduling the delivery onto firm ground is important.
Around 129 days a year drop below freezing. That limits the work window and also influences how much the ground moves during freeze-thaw cycles. Snowfall averages about 23 inches a year, and plowing can damage a loose surface before you compact the fill dirt.
Winter closes the ground for a stretch each year, so plan the delivery for either side of it.
Volume is measured in cubic yards, and you order by the ton. The right amount depends on the area you are covering and the depth you want. Use the fill dirt calculator to get a tonnage estimate before you place your order.
Order online by the ton, and the delivered price shows at checkout once you enter your ZIP code. A dump truck brings the load to your address, and loads range from 1 to over 40 tons.
Delivery is free on qualifying orders. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 at checkout to save $50 on your first order. The delivery date must be at least 3 business days after the order. You pick a morning or afternoon window, and someone needs to be at the site during that window.
For the full details on how ordering works, read the delivery information page. You can also learn more about Gravel Monkey and see customer reviews.
These materials often go on the same truck when you are building a complete landscape or hardscape project.
Yes, about 129 days a year drop below 32 degrees Fahrenheit. That freeze-thaw can shift fill dirt if it is not fully compacted, so it is better to order on the warmer side of the year or plan for a settlement period after winter.
About 94 days a year see measurable rain. Delivery on wet ground can leave ruts, so pick a dry stretch in your schedule for the truck to arrive.
Yes, use the code FIRSTTIMER50 at checkout to save $50 on your first load of fill dirt or any other material.
Yes, a contractor can place the order and have the delivery go to the job site. The same delivery rules apply, and someone must be present during the window.
Starting a project in Pennsboro? Use the fill dirt page for Pennsboro to order, or go to the calculator to find the right tonnage.
We also deliver fill dirt to nearby towns.
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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