MOT Type 1 Sub-base delivery in Ballymena

What MOT Type 1 can we deliver to Ballymena?

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

Getting the right MOT Type 1

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.

Virgin or recycled?

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

Before your Ballymena delivery arrives

Bulk bags are usually crane-offloaded where access allows; very large quantities can be priced as loose tipped loads where access allows. Deliveries to Northern Ireland include a sea crossing, so we quote each order individually.

• In summer Ballymena gets around 17h 20m of daylight, but early deliveries still beat the traffic and give the longest working day.
• With roughly 7h 12m of daylight in Ballymena around the shortest day, morning deliveries leave more working light for the job.
• Clear a level area for pallets, ideally on boards, so materials stay out of standing water.

Working out quantities for your Ballymena job

A 10 × 5 m area at 100 mm compacted is 5 m³. At about 2.1 tonnes per cubic metre plus 10% that is 11.6 tonnes, or around 14 bulk bags. Try the sub-base calculator

Ordering MOT Type 1 for Ballymena: FAQs

How deep should a driveway sub-base be?

Around 150 mm of compacted MOT Type 1 is common for domestic drives on firm ground; soft ground or heavier vehicles need more. Follow your installer or the paving maker's guidance.

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.

Can you deliver MOT Type 1 to a site with restricted access in Ballymena?

Usually, yes. Tell us about the access when you ask for a price and we will plan the vehicle and offload, or say if a smaller vehicle is needed.

Can I add other materials to my Ballymena delivery?

Yes. Put everything on one list, from MOT Type 1 to fixings and PPE, and we will price it as one delivery where the products can travel together.