Fill Dirt in Peoria, AZ

Fill dirt is usually cheaper per cubic yard than engineered gravel, but it serves a different purpose. For a driveway you still need a compacted fill-dirt subgrade and then a layer of gravel or road base on top; using only fill dirt will be cheaper initially but will not give the same drainage or long-term performance as a gravel base.

Fill dirt is mostly fine soil used to raise or level the ground and fill holes; it compacts well but does not provide drainage. Gravel is crushed stone used for drainage, driveways, and walkways. In Peoria's desert climate, use fill dirt to build/level and compact, then add gravel or road base where drainage and stability are needed.

Prices vary by supplier and season, but in the Phoenix-Mesa area typical delivered fill dirt ranges about $12 to $30 per cubic yard (roughly $9 to $23 per ton depending on compaction and material). Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum and delivery timing affects price; request a quote for an exact delivered rate to Peoria ZIP codes.

For 1,000 sq ft, one inch of material is about 3.1 cubic yards. That means: 4 inches = about 12.3 cubic yards (≈16 tons), 6 inches = about 18.5 cubic yards (≈24 tons). At $12–$30 per cubic yard delivered, expect roughly $150–$370 for 4 inches and $220–$555 for 6 inches, plus any delivery fees and compaction costs.

You can put gravel directly over well-compacted, stable soil, but if the existing dirt is uneven, loose, or has depressions you should add and compact fill dirt first. In Peoria's soils, preparing a compacted fill-dirt subgrade reduces future settling and helps your gravel stay even and drain properly.

Yes. Fill dirt should be placed in 4- to 6-inch lifts (layers) and compacted with a plate compactor or roller to reduce settling. Proper compaction is especially important in the Phoenix climate where seasonal rains and expansion can cause movement.

Assuming a 20 ft long by 10 ft wide driveway with a 4-inch compacted base, you need about 2.5 cubic yards (20 x 10 x 0.33 ft = 66.7 cu ft ≈ 2.5 cyd) — this seems small so verify dimensions; for a typical 20 ft by 10 ft by 6-inch base you would need about 5 cubic yards. At $12–$30 per cubic yard delivered, material cost for the fill-dirt base runs roughly $60–$150, plus gravel/topcoat, compaction, and any delivery fees or spreading charges.

Two inches of gravel is usually not enough for a driveway. In Phoenix you should have a compacted subgrade (fill dirt or road base) and then 4 to 6 inches of gravel or decomposed granite for durability. Thicker sections and proper compaction prevent ruts and reduce maintenance in desert conditions.

To lower costs, order close to the supplier’s normal load size (minimum 3 tons with Hello Gravel), schedule standard delivery (2+ business days), and accept a curbside drop rather than requesting spreading. Compare quotes from local suppliers through Hello Gravel, choose larger loads to reduce per-unit delivery, and add clear delivery notes to avoid extra site time.

A typical tri-axle dump truck carries about 12 to 16 cubic yards of loose fill dirt. That covers roughly 360 to 500 sq ft at 1 inch depth, or about 60 to 80 sq ft at 6 inches. Delivery costs to Peoria vary by supplier and order size; Hello Gravel lists standard 2+ business day delivery and many areas have free delivery included in the online quote, so get a local quote for exact truck and delivery pricing.

As of today, we require 2 business days for delivery.

Use our material calculator here: https://hellograve3dev.wpengine.com/calculator/ to enter the length, width and depth measurements of your project. It will automatically calculate the cubic yards/tons needed. If you are unsure how much to order, contact our team for guidance.

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The material will be delivered via dump truck. If your order is under 20 tons, then it will likely be just one dump truck load. If your order is more than 20 tons, it will be more than one dump truck load.

Absolutely! Try our aggregate quiz here: https://hellograve3dev.wpengine.com/aggregate-quiz/ Alternatively,you can call us, chat with us (box in the bottom right corner of the website), or email us!

We cannot get out of the truck and manually spread it. However, depending on the location, safety, and comfortability of the driver – we may be able to tailgate spread your material. This involves pulling the truck forward as material is being dumped to make it easier for you to distribute material after delivery.

The minimum order size is 3 tons.

Hassle Free! Our goal is to make the buying process for gravel and other aggregates as easy and seamless as possible. Enter your zip code on our site, select how much material you need (see below FAQ’s to determine order size), select the date and time frame you would like your material delivered at Checkout, and place your order with any major credit card. After the order is placed our in-house support team will contact you to confirm the details. We will send additional confirmations on the day before and the day of delivery. On delivery day, a dump truck will arrive to dump the materials at your specified location. We request that you have someone available to accept the delivery so that we can make sure to dump it in the correct location. That’s it!

No, because we are a national supplier, we utilize our existing network of suppliers across the country. Therefore, the materials will likely be delivered from a contracted trucking company.

We specialize in making the aggregate buying process as easy and seamless as possible by managing the process from end to end. We have a network of suppliers that we source the materials from where we have negotiated rates. However, we do charge a markup and because of this you may be able to find the materials cheaper on your own. But if you want a hassle free experience, then we are for you!

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Although uncommon, due to regional sourcing, the type and color of our materials may vary somewhat from the images on our website, reflecting the unique geological offerings of your area. Please communicate any specifications you desire to our team so we can consider them during the sourcing process.

Please contact our customer service team promptly if you experience any delivery or product quality issues. We will work to resolve them satisfactorily.

We are headquartered in New Orleans, LA. However, we have a network of suppliers across the country from which we provide the materials.