Order MOT Type 1 for delivery in Frome

Our MOT Type 1 range for Frome jobs

• ScalpingsCheaper granular fill for less demanding areas.
• 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.
• MOT Type 1 sub-baseGraded crushed stone to Specification for Highway Works clause 803.

Planning the drop in Frome

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

• If neighbours share the access, it helps to let them know a lorry is coming.
• Mention any overhead cables, low branches or narrow gateways, because they decide whether a crane offload is possible.
• If the drop point is block paving or soft ground, say so; heavy pallets and bulk bags can mark or sink.

Working out quantities for your Frome 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

Picking the right product

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.

Questions about MOT Type 1 delivery in Frome

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

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.

How soon can MOT Type 1 be delivered in Frome?

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 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 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.