Fill Dirt (Clean Fill) Delivered in Florida
Compactable dirt for raising grade, filling holes and low areas, backfilling and building up pads. Not for planting: finish with topsoil where grass or plants will grow.
Delivered in bulk by dump truck, delivery included. Smaller loads cost more per yd³.
Get your fill dirt quote
ZIP, depth and size, then you see your delivered price.
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What is fill dirt (clean fill)?
Fill dirt is subsoil: the sand, silt and clay from below the topsoil layer, with little organic matter. Because it has almost nothing in it to rot, it compacts and stays put, which is what you want under a pad, behind a wall or in a hole. "Clean fill" means it has no trash, concrete, roots or contaminants.
What is fill dirt used for?
Raising low areas and grade, building up house and shed pads, backfilling trenches, pools and retaining walls, and shaping berms. For a shallow dip in a lawn, use fill sand or topsoil instead.
Clean fill vs select fill
Clean fill is free of debris. Select fill is a specified material (often sandier, with limited fines) that an engineer calls for under structures. If your plans name a spec, send it to us before you order.
Fill dirt vs topsoil
Fill dirt builds height; topsoil grows grass. Raise the grade with fill, compact it in layers, then finish planting areas with at least 4 in of topsoil.
Fill dirt in Florida
Compact fill in 6–8 in layers, and grade it so water drains away from buildings.
How deep should fill dirt be? Depth by job
One cubic yard of fill covers 54 sq ft at 6 in deep and 27 sq ft at 12 in. Add about 15–20% because fill compacts.
| Job | Depth | Coverage per yd³ | Tip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shallow low spot in a lawn (under 2 in) | — | — | Use fill sand or topsoil instead → |
| Raise a low area | 6–12 in | 27–54 sq ft | Compact in 6–8 in layers |
| Build up a pad | 12–24 in | 13–27 sq ft | Compact each layer; check your plans |
| Backfill a trench or wall | As needed | — | Fill in layers and tamp |
| Finish for grass or plants | +4 in topsoil | ~81 sq ft (topsoil) | Fill alone won't grow grass |
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What is fill dirt used for?
- Planting or lawns on its own (finish with topsoil)
- Shallow low spots in a lawn (use fill sand or topsoil)
- Drainage (use gravel)
- Driveway or paver base (use road base)
How much fill dirt do I need, and what does it cost delivered?
Quantities include 15% for compaction. "From" prices are per yd³ on a full 18 yd³ truck; smaller loads cost more per yd³ because the trip is shared by fewer yards. Get your exact quote for any row by ZIP.
| Area | At 6 in | At 12 in | Trucks (6 in / 12 in) | Your quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200 sq ft (e.g. 10×20 ft) | 5 yd³ | 9 yd³ | 1 / 1 | |
| 500 sq ft (e.g. 20×25 ft) | 11 yd³ | 22 yd³ | 1 / 2 | |
| 1,000 sq ft (e.g. 25×40 ft) | 22 yd³ | 43 yd³ | 2 / 3 | |
| 2,000 sq ft (e.g. 40×50 ft) | 43 yd³ | 86 yd³ | 3 / 5 |
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Delivered fill dirt prices by city · from, per yd³ on a full 18 yd³ truck · live from our price list · Nov 2026
Fill dirt compared: fill dirt vs fill sand vs topsoil
"Fill dirt vs topsoil" is the classic mix-up. Prices come live from our price list.
| Fill dirt | Fill sand | Topsoil | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delivered price, Tampa | $37.05/yd³ | $40.30/ton | $49.88/yd³ |
| What it is | Subsoil, little organic matter | Clean sand | Screened upper-layer soil |
| Best for | Raising grade, pads, backfill | Low spots, under pavers and pools, backfill | Lawns, sod prep, beds |
| Grows grass? | Poorly; cap with topsoil | Poorly; cap with topsoil | Yes |
| Learn more | You're here | Fill sand → | Topsoil → |
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Prices are full-truck delivered prices for ZIP 33602, Nov 2026 (fill sand is sold by the ton, on a ~21-ton truck).
What to expect when your fill dirt is delivered
Where will the truck dump it?
Dumped from the street or driveway.
Do I need to be home?
Best if someone is there to show the driver the spot. Not required: ask for a photo of the drop.
Will it be spread?
No. Fill dirt arrives in one pile and isn't spread on site, so plan wheelbarrows and rakes, or a crew, to move it where you need it.
Can the truck reach my backyard?
A backyard works if the entrance is wide enough. Off the public road, you take responsibility for any damage.
How much fits on one truck?
About 18 yd³. Larger orders arrive in several loads.
Is there a delivery fee?
No separate fee: delivery is included in the price. That's why small loads cost more per yd³ than a full truck. The minimum order is 1 yd³.
When can it come?
Delivery takes 2–3 business days. You pick the weekday at checkout, and a later date is fine too.
Refund & cancellation policy
Technical specifications of fill dirt
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Material | Natural subsoil: sand, silt and clay |
| Color | Tan to brown, varies by region |
| Compaction | Compacts well in 6–8 in layers |
| Coverage (12 in depth) | ~27 sq ft per yd³ |
| Sold by | Cubic yard (yd³) |
What customers say about Fill Dirt
“Good experience overall. The soil quality was solid and consistent. Website was easy enough to use, nothing confusing.”
Verified purchase“Super fast shipping. I placed the order and it arrived just a couple days later. That alone made it worth it for me.”
Verified purchase“The site is clean and easy to use. Took me just a few minutes to order. Didn’t need to contact support or anything.”
Verified purchase“Really happy with the quality. You can tell it’s not low grade stuff. Everything looked fresh and ready to use.”
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Where we deliver fill dirt
We deliver fill dirt across Florida. Pick a city to see everything we deliver there.
- Delivery in Englewood, FL
- Delivery in Homestead, FL
- Delivery in Fort Myers, FL
- Delivery in Punta Gorda, FL
- Delivery in Wellington, FL
- Delivery in Plantation, FL
- Delivery in Palm Harbor, FL
- Delivery in St. Petersburg, FL
- Delivery in Coral Springs, FL
- Delivery in Bokeelia, FL
- Delivery in Pinellas Park, FL
- Delivery in Tampa, FL
