Quality Soil and Dirt

We deliver top-quality soil and dirt — perfect for lush lawns, vibrant gardens, sturdy landscapes, and solid foundations built to last.

Types of Soil & Dirt We Offer

Black Dirt

Best for: Gardens, flower beds, lawn top dressing

Description: Nutrient-rich, dark soil packed with organic matter to promote healthy plant growth and vibrant gardens. Perfect for improving existing soil or topping new garden beds.

Usage Tips: Apply a 2-4 inch layer over your garden or mix it into your soil for improved fertility and moisture retention.

Best for: Gardens, flower beds, lawn top dressing

Description: Nutrient-rich, dark soil packed with organic matter to promote healthy plant growth and vibrant gardens. Perfect for improving existing soil or topping new garden beds.

Usage Tips: Apply a 2-4 inch layer over your garden or mix it into your soil for improved fertility and moisture retention.

Best for: Leveling land, filling holes, and construction base

Description: Dense, compactable soil with little organic matter, ideal for building up low spots or creating a stable base for driveways and patios. Not suitable for planting.

Usage Tips: Use as a foundational layer under lawns, patios, or driveways. Compact thoroughly to prevent settling.

Best for: Soil enrichment, gardening, and landscaping

Description: Decomposed organic material that enriches soil with nutrients and improves texture and moisture retention. Great for boosting plant health and soil life.

Usage Tips: Mix compost into garden soil or spread as a top dressing to improve soil quality over time.

Spreading Options

Equipment Services (available upon request):

Skid Loader (Cat 272D): $130/hour (1.5-hour minimum).

Tractor Backhoe (Cat 420F): $150/hour (1-hour minimum).

Dirt Hauling & Grading Support: $145–$150/hour depending on the service provided.

Why Choosing the Right Soil Matters

Using the right type of soil or dirt is critical for your project’s success. Plant growth depends on nutrient-rich soil that drains well yet retains moisture. On the other hand, construction projects need dense, stable fill to support heavy loads. Using fill dirt for planting or black dirt for a driveway can lead to costly problems like poor growth or soil settling. Let us help you choose the right materials for a lasting, successful project.
How to Estimate Your Needs

Ready to get started? Use our Hauling Estimator to calculate how many tons of soil or dirt you’ll need based on your project size. Whether it’s a garden bed or a large landscaping project, we make sure you get exactly what you need — no waste, no guesswork.

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the difference between black dirt and fill dirt?

Black dirt is rich in organic material and great for planting, while fill dirt is compact and used mainly for leveling and construction bases.

Black dirt is rich in organic material and great for planting, while fill dirt is compact and used mainly for leveling and construction bases.

Compost is best mixed with soil or used as a top dressing. It enriches the soil but usually isn’t enough as the sole growing medium.

A general rule is to spread 2-4 inches of soil or compost over the area. Use our estimator for precise amounts based on your garden’s size.

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