Order MOT Type 1 for delivery in Bishop Auckland

Choosing from our MOT Type 1 range

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

Compaction

Lay and compact in layers with a plate compactor. Allow extra material because it compacts down.

Delivery to Bishop Auckland: what helps

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

• On busy streets in Bishop Auckland, a parking suspension or a quiet time slot can make offloading safer, so tell us about local restrictions you know of.
• If neighbours share the access, it helps to let them know a lorry is coming.
• Pallets left on a pavement can block the footway, so plan a drop point inside your boundary where you can.

Quantities: a worked example

A 4 × 5 m area at 150 mm compacted is 3 m³. At about 2.1 tonnes per cubic metre plus 10% that is 6.9 tonnes, or around 9 bulk bags. Try the sub-base calculator

Common questions from Bishop Auckland

Does Type 1 drain?

Type 1 is reasonably free-draining when compacted, which is one reason it is used under drives and patios.

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.

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

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

Is there a minimum order for delivery to Bishop Auckland?

There is no fixed minimum. For very small orders we will tell you honestly if the delivery cost outweighs the materials, so you can decide.