Same-day delivery across Greater New Orleans 888-606-2446Mon – Sat · 7 AM – 5 PM
Fill Dirt
Clean fill for raising grade, back-filling foundations, and closing voids.
$120per yd³ · delivered base rate
Coverage
1 yd³ covers ~160 sq ft at 2 in deep
Weight
1.2 tons/yd³
Minimum
2 yd³
Same-day cutoff 10 AM No fuel surcharge Live delivered price
About This Material
Fill dirt is subsoil scraped from below the topsoil layer. It's low in organics — which is exactly what you want under a slab or building pad, because organics decay and cause settlement over time. Great for raising a yard, closing an old pool, or leveling a low spot before laying sod.
Delivered by the yard. Availability shifts with local excavation projects — call for large orders.
Why Choose Fill Dirt?
Choose fill dirt when the goal is elevation or volume — raising grade, closing voids, or backfilling — without the settlement risk that comes with organic soil.
Advantages
- Low organics — resists settlement
- Compacts well under moisture control
- Economical by the yard
- Great for building pads and berms
Considerations
- Not for planting — no nutrients
- Color and clay content vary by pit
- Drains slowly compared to sand
- Availability depends on local jobs
Answers
Common questions about fill dirt
Still not sure? Call dispatch at 888-606-2446 or start an order and we'll confirm before we roll a truck.
- How much fill dirt do I need?
- 1 yd³ covers ~160 sq ft at 2 in deep. Use the calculator on the order page to size the load — most homeowner jobs land at 2 – 6 yards.
- When can I get it delivered?
- Order before 10 AM weekdays and we drop it the same day. Saturday windows fill fast — book Friday if you can.
- What's the minimum order?
- Two cubic yards. Smaller loads aren't worth the truck roll for either of us.
- Are there fuel or dump fees?
- No. The delivered price you see already includes routing, fuel, and any tolls. No add-ons at the door.
- Can the driver dump inside my gate?
- Most quad-axle trucks need 12+ feet of overhead clearance and firm ground. Tell us at checkout and we'll route accordingly.
