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Lots to Know About Fill Dirt

December 2, 2019

A bucket full of fill dirtWhat is fill dirt? Whether you work in the construction industry or you struggle to perform at least one home enhancement project per year, you could end up becoming accustomed to this term. Fill dirt is a popular product in the construction industry. If you are keen on learning more, sit back and relax as we offer you an in-depth description of what fill dirt is.

What is Fill Dirt?

One of the characteristics that make this term different from other landscaping materials is the fact that it has no organic matter content. Fill dirt is void of nutrients that would enhance the growth of plants and isn’t known as the most beautiful product in the industry. Fill dirt is obtained from the layer underneath the topsoil. This material is more compactable and is the best option for several construction and renovation projects. Fill dirt is extracted from an area where soil is being excavated as a part of the leveling process for an area and can contain stones, rocks and sands.

Fill dirt should not contain organic matter because the organic matter will break down, creating several spaces inside the fill, which could result in setting. Unequal or too much setting of the fill could lead to damage to any structure erected on the fill.

Fill dirt can be bought screened (void of stones and rocks) or unscreened.

While this type of material is not ideal for garden beds and lawns, it boasts of other good benefits.

Uses of Fill Dirt

fill dirt around foundation of new home

Fill dirt is used for several purposes. Since there isn’t any trace of organic matter in it, there is zero possibility of decomposition within the material, which denotes that it will maintain a durable surface with no tendency of failing. Because of this, most professionals utilize it for several purposes in which some are listed below:

Filling In Low Points

If your property has any depression or low points, you know how hard it is to mow over such areas. Mowing over such places can be very difficult. Depressed spots are very susceptible to flooding after snow or rain. Growing plants in the area are always hard. For several homeowners, the best way to tackle this is to fill in those regions with fill dirt. The dirt can be graded into the depressions, and then new grasses or sod can be used to cover the newly graded area.

Building Up Landscape

Some homeowners cherish the appearance of landscape with several levels of ground or with hilly sections. The only way in which you can include that type of dimension and visual interest to a plain landscape is to make use of fill dirt is filling up those places. The dirt can be placed at strategic locations to make multi-level terraces or to build rolling hills. Regarding the case of covering holes, most homeowners prefer to plant grass or place sod over the fill.

Construction

Fill dirt for new construction

No structure can be deemed safe for habitation unless its foundation is very durable. Dirt can be utilized in the building of stationary areas that can’t shift or settle but rather stand firm in place so that the structure can last for an extended period. This material can also be used to make retention ponds, road foundations, foundation and swimming pool removal and backfill projects.

Septic System

Several homes depend on septic systems, and all septic systems utilize fill dirt. The soil is used to support the areas around the septic tank so that it stays in place and can be reliable as each day passes.

Prepping A Parking Lot Or Driveway

This material can be utilized as a foundation for a long driveway or parking lot before the asphalt or gravel is included. Compactable soil offers a strong surface that won’t go down under heavy vehicle traffic.

There exist several reasons why you find yourself in dire need of fill dirt. Maybe you have a garden that requires leveling or a huge hole to fill in your yard. Irrespective of the reason, you may find yourself thinking of how to get fill dirt. If you need dirt or mulch contact Dirt Connections.

Dirt Prices

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The cost of fill dirt hinges on several things such as your delivery location and material quantity. Make sure that you get dirt at the best price, contact Dirt Connections.

You’ll enjoy high-quality materials that come with the best wholesale prices. Also, be very conscious of where the fill is being brought from. You don’t want low-quality fill dirt or contaminated chemical waste. Fill dirt is regarded as one of the cheapest materials for landscaping and construction. Discover the ease for ordering and delivery at Dirt Connections.

Go For Quality Dirt

Topsoil being loaded for delivery in Fairfax Virginia

For you to obtain the best type of your fill dirt, its best you know what quality fill looks like. Check with your local supplier for more information. It is also crucial that the fill dirt you buy is very dry and not the other way around.

Dirt Coverage

By taking down the necessary dimensions (length, depth, and width) of your project coverage (all in feet), you can have a clear insight of how many cubic yards of fill you’ll need for the job. If you need help, email us at info@dirtconnections.com for help. Dirt Connections can help you with your project demands.

Fill Dirt vs. Topsoil, Which Is Right For You?

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The question of fill dirt vs. topsoil depends on what you want to achieve. As a general principle, any project that requires a stable, stationary foundation will need fill dirt. You should contact Dirt Connections before you make your final choice.

How To Select Clean Fill Dirt?

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Check with you supplier, give them a call or send them an email.

Where Does It Come From?

Fill Dirt is normally gotten from commercial and residential project sites. Normally, inflation happens, which leads to a rise in the cost of quality fill dirt.

Fill dirt stockpileCheck with your local supplier for availability and pricing. Concentrate and be smart, you’ll surely make a perfect choice.

Few Things About Dirt

Dirt Coverage

Each cubic yard of fill dirt covers approximately 81 square feet at a depth of 4″.

Dirt Color

This mixture consists of stone, gravel, mulch, dirt, etc. So, the color of fill dirt varies, but it is generally earth tone.

Dirt Material

It is a mixture of stone, soil, mulch mostly soil.

Weight Of One Cubic Yard Of Dirt

The approximate weight of fill dirt is 1900 pounds

The Volume Of One Cubic Yard Of  Dirt:

Approximately 27 Cubic feet or 10 wheel barrow loads.

Dirt Costs Per Yard

The cost of fill dirt is around $5 to $50 for each cubic yard, plus delivery. Your economic zone, material location will effect prices. Fill dirt acts as a foundation for driveways and as a backfilled trench. If you don’t know the type to select from, contact Dirt Connections.

How Much Is A Truckload Of Dirt?

Be ready to pay between $150 and $450 to get a truckload of dirt, cost of delivery inclusive. A truckload will generally hold 10-13 cubic yards of material.

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You can get clean soil for around $50 to $150 per cubic yard. It is very crucial to observe the difference between clean and certified dirt. This type of fill comes in various kinds of classifications, and it is best for leveling, construction, or drainage projects. The price differs by classification and the supplier, but you should expect that it’ll cost more than the clean fill. Septic fill, which is another type of clean fill. Septic fill doesn’t hold moisture so that it won’t clump or settle.

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C Hannon
C Hannon
16:27 02 Jan 19
Chuck is a master communicator. Great quality dirt, quick responses to all my inquiries. highly recommended. Will be using Dirt Connections again in the future for more fill/top soil needs.
Daniel Chaney
Daniel Chaney
20:57 22 Nov 17
Chuck Moore at Dirt Connections really goes above and beyond to help his customers with all their trucking needs! My company, Benchmark Utility Services, has used Dirt Connections for many jobs and they always deliver for us!
Chris Mihm
Chris Mihm
20:49 08 Sep 16
Dirt Connections is amazing. I had a few people string me along promising good quality fill dirt but never delivering. Dirt Connections showed up at 7am the next morning! We discussed my unique needs. He told me I needed twice as much as my contractor suggested. He was correct. Dirt showed up same day! Would strongly recommend.
John D
John D
22:45 16 Sep 16
Chuck did a great job getting fill dirt for my project. He was able to help me meet a deadline. Highly recommend.
DJ Sweater
DJ Sweater
15:54 23 Feb 16
Chuck does a great job at taking care of customers. He walked us through the whole process, and made us feel at home about our siding and brick repair. I am going to call Chuck and Dirt Connections about our future bathroom and concrete driveway remodeling as well. Great guy, great company, thanks Chuck!
Jonathan Gessert
Jonathan Gessert
18:01 17 Dec 15
I gave Dirt Connections a call about a week ago to see what they could do about remodeling the bathroom at my house. Chuck answered the phone, was extremely polite and knowledgeable, and pointed me in the right direction! I thought the quote was very affordable, and will be recommending him to my friends. 5 out of 5 stars.
Sandra Maxey
Sandra Maxey
21:50 03 Feb 16
If you are looking for quality home improvements, this is the company for you. They were on time, courteous and went beyond our expectations with the addition they did for us. Would recommend them highly and definitely use them again!
David C. Roseman
David C. Roseman
15:16 29 May 18
My experience with Dirt Connections has been excellent. Chuck Moore is quite professional, and his personal service and attention to detail in arranging the right fill material is impressive.
mpgary21090
mpgary21090
14:10 04 Jun 18
We used this company to haul dirt for a pool dig out of Bethesda Md. They did an outstanding job. Thank you Chuck for making this work on short notice.
Michael Loper
Michael Loper
23:03 16 Jun 18
On behalf of the Trustees of Bruen Chapel United Methodist Church, I see hallmarks of this project (filling a 6 foot sinkhole) by Dirt Connections as the contractor's extremely prompt response and the thorough accomplishment of the work. The project was wrapped up much faster than I had estimated, given the issues that heavy rain has caused all over Fairfax County.
Miri Birk
Miri Birk
21:35 16 Jul 18
Excellent service. Quick delivery. good clean fill dirt. And the price was right.
Laura Bryan
Laura Bryan
17:38 01 Aug 18
I worked with Chuck who was VERY accommodating. He worked hard to get me clean fill which is not guaranteed. He was easy to get a hold of and quick to respond. If I ever need dirt again this is where I will go.
Brett Gerard
Brett Gerard
15:02 15 Aug 18
This is the second time I've worked with Chuck. The service is stellar A+, very organized, on-time and they are flexible on delivery. The fill dirt is clean. Chuck goes above and beyond to service his clients and most of all I appreciate they level of communication. This level of service is difficult to find in NOVA.
Chuck Jones
Chuck Jones
13:48 24 Aug 18
LandArt Associates, LLC utilizes Dirt Connections services whenever performing projects in the Northern VA/DC area. We have used them on small and large projects and the service is always outstanding. It is always a welcome relief when you have a company that is consistently dependable.
Shannon Frazier
Shannon Frazier
23:18 04 Sep 18
Our delivery was placed in the wrong location. Chuck made sure the mistake was corrected quickly and went the extra mile. Very responsive and professional. Highly recommend.
VIRGINIA TICER BAECHLER
VIRGINIA TICER BAECHLER
16:19 29 Sep 18
Chuck Moore and his staff have helped our family with multiple projects, including moving, snow removal, and water remediation! They're always willing to help, and they do so quickly and professionally! We would strongly recommend them to anyone needing any of their services! Thank you for everything, Chuck!!
Chris Myers
Chris Myers
14:00 09 Dec 18
Great service, great dirt, all around great experience! They even helped me think through what I needed to do after the dirt arrived.
Christian Chopitea
Christian Chopitea
22:31 11 Dec 18
Working with them was a remarkable experience, starting with the communication, punctuality, the delivery and the quality of soil. Everything was coordinated precisely to my expectations. Highly recommend if you are in need of soil.
Taylor Pereira
Taylor Pereira
14:25 12 Dec 18
Chuck is the man! He’s been working with my husband and our trucking business for months and has never let us down! Awesome guy, great businessman, and a great connection to have.
mike row
mike row
14:47 09 Jan 19
Chuck took the time to walk me through the entire process. He met with me multiple times and was on site the first day the dirt was delivered to help coordinate dirt placement. I would not hesitate to use him in the future.
Thomas Mathew
Thomas Mathew
19:18 13 Feb 19
Chuck was great to work with! Responds quickly and very flexible to meet any request. Highly recommend!
Heather Lowell
Heather Lowell
14:37 06 Mar 19
I had such a fantastic experience working with Chuck at Dirt Connections, and I would wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone for any project. I contracted with Chuck to remove an old pool at our new home. During our first call, he clearly explained both options for the project, and he was the first contractor I brought out after we closed on the home. Chuck was so helpful and informative, and the price he quoted me so reasonable, that I didn't meet with anyone else. I honestly didn't (and still don't) think there could be anyone more customer-oriented or easier to work with than Chuck and his workers/subcontractors. The guys who came to the project site were so kind, helpful, respectful, and communicative. They checked in with me on each step, and at the beginning and end of each day. They cleaned the site thoroughly at the end, including pressure washing my driveway, and even my husband (who'd wanted to keep the pool) had to admit they did an amazing job and graded the yard so well afterward. I even found out after they'd left on the last day that the guys had hauled my empty trashcans back up from the curb for me just to be nice! Chuck knows his stuff, hires great people, and is so kind and easy to work with. If I had the opportunity again, I would definitely work with him on any project his company handles. Highly recommended!
James Imoehl
James Imoehl
12:05 12 Mar 19
Dirt Connections is great! Chuck is reliable and responsive and was able to get me all the dirt I needed for my job. Also willing to discuss other projects and reasonably priced. Overall great team and plan on using them again!
Dean
Dean
12:50 25 Mar 19
If you're looking for affordable fill dirt/top soil, excellent customer service, and responsiveness - Chuck at Dirt Connections is your guy! Our dirt needs made our project stressful, but Chuck was there to walk us thru the whole process and ensured we were taken case of, and he was available to answer any questions - even during evening hours and on Sundays. If you come across Dirt Connections during your search - look no further, Chuck is your guy. Thanks Chuck!
Bill Dawson
Bill Dawson
12:32 27 Mar 19
Chuck was great and very friendly. He worked with me to get an order filled quickly and the dirt was delivered as promised. Chuck kept me in the loop during each step of the way. Definitely recommend working with him.
Alfonso Guillen
Alfonso Guillen
22:14 15 Apr 19
Great professional company, contracted for for some gravel and grading to extend driveway and did an outstanding job. Thank you very much for the work done!!!
Sue Noe
Sue Noe
18:09 02 May 19
I didn't need as much dirt as the driver brought. He was so nice and friendly and delivered just the amount I needed. Very easy to work with from start to finish!!
Nick Rosenau
Nick Rosenau
16:14 24 May 19
I had a wonderful experience with Dirt Connections. It couldn't have been any easier or faster. Chuck contacted me immediately after I placed my order and had the dirt delivered to me in less than 24 hours. I would highly recommend this service!
Michael Burkhardt
Michael Burkhardt
11:47 11 Jun 19
We hired Dirt Connections for an inground pool demolition and they were fantastic. These are good folks that made us feel confident that the job would be done well and it was. It wasn't cheap but it was definitely money well spent.They came out to survey the job for an estimate within a couple days of my request. Chuck was very personable and professional, clearly describing everything they would be doing and answering many questions I hadn't even thought of. The next day I had the proposal in my inbox with the cost and, again, clearly describing the job and what I could expect from them and it was very easy to read and understand. Very shortly after I accepted the proposal Martir called and we arranged payment (made very convenient) and he got the permit request in right away. As for the crew, they were on time or early, answered any questions I had, were a pleasure to have around, and were right on schedule completing the job. They were thoughtful as well, among other touches making sure to grade the new dirt (soon to be new yard) so rain water would flow correctly to avoid pooling and when they left on the last day everything was cleaned up including sweeping the dirt off of the end of the driveway.
Daniel Tanner
Daniel Tanner
17:04 06 Aug 19
I contacted Chuck because I needed 15 loads of dirt for a rather large project in my backyard. I can’t say enough good things about my experience. Not only did he save me thousands off what I was quoted by local companies in Stafford County. His follow up in making sure everything was on time and completed is a rarity in today’s world. If you need dirt and you live in northern Virginia I highly suggest calling them.
Matt Plunkett
Matt Plunkett
15:45 17 Nov 19
I had a great overall experience working with Chuck. I spent weeks searching for a company that could strengthen and raise my foundation approx. 2 inch. Dirt connections was able to execute this job on time, beyond expectations, and at a fair price. Chuck is very knowledgable and has a ton of experience in the industry. He cares about the success of the customer and is honest with expectations. I would definitely recommend Dirt Connections for your foundation/structural needs. I plan to work with them on future projects.
Frank Herring
Frank Herring
14:21 28 Feb 20
Chuck and Co. were responsive and careful to help develop the scope of the need for my project. The instructions to receive the load were explicit and they made sure I knew what I was getting. The delivery (1/2 truckload) was timely and as promised.
Jackson Taylor
Jackson Taylor
01:11 07 Apr 20
Chuck and his team were simply great. I needed fill dirt for repairing some torn up pastures. I got 30 truck loads and Chuck was always responsive and informative about the process and details. I will definitely use Dirt Connections again.
Matthew Gill
Matthew Gill
17:53 15 May 20
Chuck over at Dirt Connections is excellent. He quickly arranged for a drop off of fill dirt, and was courteous all the while. On the day of the drop off, I requested an alteration to the original order, which he took in stride. Chuck is not only honest, but he comes across as a good person - the opposite of which I had read about fill dirt movers. I highly recommend anyone needing dirt for their yards/jobs to use Dirt Connections.
Thomas Kagan
Thomas Kagan
17:06 16 Jun 20
Special thanks to Chuck for helping me plan my patio project, He took time out of his day to e-mail me the details of what it would take for me to build a DIY brick patio. This was all at no cost, he was just trying to be helpful. I'm saving his contact info and will be using him for all furture services.
Brad Bauer
Brad Bauer
15:43 28 Jun 20
Worked with Chuck to get 3 loads of fill dirt delivered in short notice. Drivers were good and dumped exactly where I asked. No issues. Will be ordering more!
Wilfido Gonzalez
Wilfido Gonzalez
00:40 11 Aug 20
I meet Chuck and he is a very professional person he let me know how to do my project with professionalism I am very happy to find him and I can recommended him to anyone who needs his services he will direct you on the right path ones again thank you chuck for your help I will call you again for any future service.
David Snyder
David Snyder
16:51 01 Sep 20
This review concerns my use of Dirt Connections, 11325 Random Hills Rd #360, Fairfax, VA 22030. I first them in 2018. I spoke to Chuck Moore and have dealt with him on various projects over the past two years. In all, I have received 60 truckloads of fill dirt. After spreading all that fill dirt, I also ended up with a pile of ricks that I couldn’t use. I then called two different places for estimates to remove the rocks. One estimate was foe $2500 and the other was for nearly $3000. No Thank You!At that point - around the first week of August, 2020 I contacted Chuck Moore as I was in need of about 10 more truckloads of fill dirt. As I was discussing this with him I snarked that I didn’t need to add to my $3000 pile of rocks. From that moment on my life just got a lot better. Chuck expressed his concern and asked if he could come to my house and look at the rock pile. I agreed and when he saw the rocks he said he would take care of the problem. On Sunday, August 30, 2020 Chuck showed up at my house with a bobcat and a rock bucket and completely solved my rock problem.It is so very rare to encounter people like Chuck any more. It seems that many if not most businesses have carried “caveat emptor“ to the extreme. Not so here. It has been my privilege to deal with an honorable human being - Chuck Moore. Thank you.
Gary Van Horn
Gary Van Horn
22:10 21 Oct 20
Dirt Connections was a pleasure to do business with. Their customers service was outstanding. I needed 25 truck loads of backfill and couldn’t be happier with the experience. Highly recommended.
fiona mahar
fiona mahar
15:52 21 Aug 20
Price competitive and good customer service. They coordinated with our crews to make sure they delivered the dirt we ordered right when we needed it.
David Edwards
David Edwards
13:28 22 Jan 21
My wife and I are in the process of building our forever home and I wanted some professional help / education on our driveway. Chuck did exactly that! The guy was like talking to one of my buddies. He was very knowledgeable and very professional. He told me what to do and what not to do from what I'd been told by others. Chuck is about doing the job correctly and that doesn't always mean overspending for unnecessary steps. If you need help with your project, I would suggest talking with Chuck.
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