FAQ

How much loam and seed for a 500 sq ft bare patch?

Plan on about 4 cubic yards of screened loam — 2–3 inches over 500 sq ft is roughly 3 to 4.6 yards. Seed comes from your garden center.

Do you sell grass seed?

No — Ottr is bulk materials only. We deliver the loam and compost that set up a seeding project; pick up seed at your local garden center.

How many yards to build up a low backyard?

Area × average lift in inches ÷ 324. A 500 sq ft low spot raised an average of 4 inches needs about 6.2 — order 7 cubic yards.

Do you deliver to Methuen, MA?

Yes — Methuen, MA gets full bulk-material delivery, Monday–Saturday, right up to the New Hampshire line. Exact fee appears at checkout by ZIP.

Do you deliver to Middleborough, MA?

Yes — Middleborough, MA is inside Ottr's delivery area. Bulk materials arrive by dump truck Mon–Sat; exact fee shows at checkout when you enter your ZIP.

What's the difference between screened loam and...

Screened loam is finish-grade soil for lawns and gardens; site loam is construction-grade material for rough grading and large fills.