Ballast & Gravel delivered to Barrhead

Ballast & Gravel we supply in Barrhead

• Pea gravelRounded small gravel for pipe bedding and soakaways.
• Bulk bags and small bagsTo suit quantity and access.
• ShingleFor drainage layers and backfill.
• 10 mm and 20 mm gravelClean graded gravel for concrete, drainage and paths.

Choosing ballast and gravel

Ballast or separate sand and gravel?

All-in ballast is convenient for general concrete. For more control over the mix, use separate sharp sand and gravel.

Gravel size

20 mm gravel suits concrete and drainage layers; 10 mm and pea gravel suit bedding pipes and paths.

A quick quantity check

A base 4 × 2.4 m and 150 mm deep is 1.44 m³ of concrete. At 1:5 with 5% extra that is about 3.3 tonnes of all-in ballast and 23 bags of cement. Try the concrete calculator

How delivery works in Barrhead

Bulk bags are usually lifted off by crane where access allows; tell us where they can sit and whether the ground is firm. Barrhead is inside our standard mainland delivery area.

• Give us the full postcode for the drop point; deliveries around G78 are priced to the exact address.
• Mention any overhead cables, low branches or narrow gateways, because they decide whether a crane offload is possible.
• For a phased build we can split the order so materials arrive as each stage starts, which keeps the site clear.

Ordering ballast and gravel for Barrhead: FAQs

How much ballast for a cubic metre of concrete?

Roughly 2 to 2.2 tonnes of all-in ballast with about 15 bags of cement at a 1:5 mix. Our concrete calculator works out your slab or footing.

How soon can ballast and gravel be delivered in Barrhead?

We confirm the delivery date when we price your order, before you commit. It depends on the product, the quantity and whether it is a stock line or made to order.

What is all-in ballast?

A mix of sharp sand and gravel up to 20 mm, ready to combine with cement for concrete.

Do you deliver ballast and gravel to Barrhead?

Yes. We deliver across Barrhead, including G78, PA1, PA2, G77. Barrhead is inside our standard mainland delivery area. Send your list or call 0800 088 6341 and we will price it delivered to your postcode.