Frequently Asked Questions

Harbor Soils has no minimum order requirement for delivery. Whether you need 1 yard or 20 yards, we'll deliver. Most materials are priced per cubic yard.

We deliver throughout the greater Gig Harbor area, including Port Orchard, Purdy, Bremerton, Kitsap County, and surrounding Pierce County communities. Not sure if we deliver to your address? Contact us and we'll confirm.

You can order directly on our website — add your material to cart, select delivery, and check out. You can also contact us if you'd like help choosing the right material or calculating how much you need.

Yes — local pickup is available at our Gig Harbor location. Select the pickup option at checkout or contact us to arrange.

We offer same-day delivery on many orders depending on availability and your location. Place your order early in the day for the best chance of same-day service. Next-day delivery is typically available for all delivery areas.

Contact us to confirm weekend availability — delivery schedules vary by season. We do our best to accommodate project timelines.

Use our free landscape material calculator to get an exact estimate based on your project area and desired depth. As a general rule:

• 1 cubic yard covers approximately 100 sq ft at 3 inches deep
• 1 cubic yard covers approximately 150 sq ft at 2 inches deep
• 1 cubic yard covers approximately 300 sq ft at 1 inch deep

When in doubt, order a little extra — leftover material is always easier to deal with than running short mid-project.

For a new garden bed, aim for 6–12 inches of quality soil. For a 100 sq ft bed at 6 inches deep, you'll need approximately 2 cubic yards. Use our calculator for your specific dimensions.

The standard mulch depth for garden beds is 2–3 inches. At 3 inches deep, 1 cubic yard covers approximately 100 sq ft. For paths and playgrounds, 4–6 inches is recommended. Use our calculator for exact quantities.

One cubic yard is 3 feet × 3 feet × 3 feet — about the size of a standard kitchen appliance. It weighs between 1,000 and 2,700 lbs depending on the material (topsoil and rock are heavier; bark and compost are lighter).

Topsoil is the nutrient-rich upper layer of soil — it contains organic matter and supports plant growth. Use topsoil for garden beds, raised beds, and lawn repair.

Fill dirt is subsoil — it lacks organic matter but is structurally stable. Use fill dirt to level low spots, fill holes, or build up grade before laying topsoil on top.

For most planting projects, topsoil is what you want. For grading and drainage, fill dirt comes first, then topsoil on top.

Our 3-Way Topsoil Mix is a blend of topsoil, compost, and sand — a versatile all-purpose growing medium suitable for lawns, garden beds, raised beds, and general landscaping. The balanced blend provides good drainage while retaining nutrients.

It depends on the application:

• Fine Bark — Great for garden beds and around delicate plants. Breaks down faster, adding organic matter to soil.
• Medium Bark — All-purpose choice for most landscaping. Good coverage and longevity.
• Dark Fine Bark — Premium appearance for high-visibility areas. Rich dark color.
• Hog Fuel — Coarse bark/wood chips, great for pathways, high-traffic areas, and weed suppression.

We carry several compost options:

• Fish Compost — Nutrient-rich, ideal for vegetable gardens
• Mushroom Compost — Excellent for general soil amendment and flower beds
• Tagro — Premium biosolid-based compost, great for lawns and gardens
• View all composts

Harbor Soils carries a wide range of crushed rock, decorative rock, and hardscape materials:

• Crushed Rocks — ¾" clean, ¾" minus, 1¼" clean, 1¼" minus aggregate, crushed asphalt
• Decorative Rocks — River rock, landscape stone, and accent materials
• Rockery Rocks — Large boulders and rockery stone for walls and landscaping
• Sand & Gravel — Concrete sand, paver sand, drainage gravel

Yes — our Hardscape collection includes materials for patios, pathways, driveways, and retaining walls.

Tagro is a premium composted product made from biosolids processed by the City of Tacoma. It's EPA-certified and widely used as a soil amendment for lawns and gardens throughout the Pacific Northwest. Tagro improves soil structure, adds nutrients, and supports healthy plant growth.

Bulk topsoil pricing varies by material type and quantity. Current pricing is listed on each product page. Delivery fees depend on your location and order size. View our soils and pricing.

Contact us for volume pricing on large orders. We're happy to work with contractors, landscapers, and larger residential projects. Get in touch.

Yes — we regularly deliver to Port Orchard, Bremerton, Silverdale, Poulsbo, and throughout Kitsap County. Contact us to confirm delivery to your address.

Our primary service area is the Gig Harbor peninsula and Kitsap County. Contact us to discuss delivery to other Pierce County locations.