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MOT Type 1 Sub-base delivery in Aston

MOT Type 1 is a crushed stone sub-base, graded from 31.5 mm (often sold as 40 mm) down to dust, that compacts into a firm, free-draining layer under driveways, patios, paths and floor slabs.

From B6 to B42, we price MOT Type 1 delivered to Aston and confirm the drop point and date when you order.

A compacted grey crushed-stone sub-base for a driveway with a plate compactor on it

Aston delivery at a glance

How it arrives
Bulk bags or tipped loads
Nearby (straight line)
Birmingham (1 mi), Smethwick (4 mi), West Bromwich (5 mi)
Postcode districts
B6, B7, B8, B42
Daylight
About 7h 39m on the shortest day
Delivering to
Aston, West Midlands
Delivery
Standard mainland delivery

MOT Type 1 Sub-base available for Aston delivery

  • HardcoreBroken masonry fill for bulking up ground.
  • Recycled Type 1Crushed recycled aggregate graded as Type 1, where suitable.
  • MOT Type 1 sub-baseGraded crushed stone to Specification for Highway Works clause 803.
  • Bulk bags and loose loadsBulk bags for most jobs; loose loads where access and volume suit.
  • ScalpingsCheaper granular fill for less demanding areas.

Planning the drop in Aston

Bulk bags are usually crane-offloaded where access allows; very large quantities can be priced as loose tipped loads where access allows. Aston is inside our standard mainland delivery area.

  • Tell us the best drop point, such as a driveway, front garden or the kerb, and whether a lorry can park close to it.
  • Give us the full postcode for the drop point; deliveries around B6 are priced to the exact address.
  • Pallets left on a pavement can block the footway, so plan a drop point inside your boundary where you can.

Things to check before you order

Virgin or recycled?

Recycled Type 1 can be a good option where it meets the specification; ask what your project or local authority requires.

How deep?

Patios and paths commonly use around 100 mm of compacted sub-base, and domestic driveways around 150 mm or more. Soft ground or heavier vehicles need more; your designer or installer will confirm.

Working out quantities for your Aston job

An 8 × 6 m area at 150 mm compacted is 7.2 m³. At about 2.1 tonnes per cubic metre plus 10% that is 16.6 tonnes, or around 20 bulk bags. Try the sub-base calculator

MOT Type 1 Sub-base questions

How soon can MOT Type 1 be delivered in Aston?

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.

Do you deliver MOT Type 1 to trades and homeowners in Aston?

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

What is the difference between Type 1 and scalpings?

Type 1 is graded to a specification so it compacts into a strong, stable layer. Scalpings are less controlled and suit less demanding areas.

How much MOT Type 1 do I need?

Multiply the area by the compacted depth to get cubic metres, then allow about 2.1 to 2.2 tonnes per cubic metre. At 100 mm deep, a tonne covers roughly 4.5 square metres.

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Tell us what you need and where it is going. We check the quantities and come back with a delivered price before you commit.

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