Ballast & Gravel for Helensburgh, delivered to site

Our ballast and gravel range for Helensburgh jobs

• All-in ballast20 mm down sand and gravel mix for concrete.
• ShingleFor drainage layers and backfill.
• Pea gravelRounded small gravel for pipe bedding and soakaways.
• 10 mm and 20 mm gravelClean graded gravel for concrete, drainage and paths.

Working out quantities for your Helensburgh job

A base 3 × 2.4 m and 100 mm deep is 0.72 m³ of concrete. At 1:5 with 5% extra that is about 1.65 tonnes of all-in ballast and 12 bags of cement. Try the concrete calculator

Getting the right ballast and gravel

Decorative areas

Lay decorative gravel over a weed membrane and a firm base so it does not sink.

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.

Delivering ballast and gravel in Helensburgh

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

• On busy streets in Helensburgh, a parking suspension or a quiet time slot can make offloading safer, so tell us about local restrictions you know of.
• In summer Helensburgh gets around 17h 37m of daylight, but early deliveries still beat the traffic and give the longest working day.
• If neighbours share the access, it helps to let them know a lorry is coming.

Common questions from Helensburgh

What gravel do I bed drainage pipes in?

Pea gravel or a similar clean single-size gravel is commonly used around underground pipes.

Do you deliver ballast and gravel to Helensburgh?

Yes. We deliver across Helensburgh, including G84, G82. Helensburgh is inside our standard mainland delivery area. Send your list or call 0800 088 6341 and we will price it delivered to your postcode.

Do you deliver ballast and gravel to trades and homeowners in Helensburgh?

Both. Trades can apply for a trade account; homeowners and self-builders can order on a delivered quote.

What is all-in ballast?

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