MOT Type 1 Sub-base delivered to Gateshead

MOT Type 1 Sub-base we supply in Gateshead

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

Quantities: a worked example

A 6 × 6 m area at 100 mm compacted is 3.6 m³. At about 2.1 tonnes per cubic metre plus 10% that is 8.3 tonnes, or around 10 bulk bags. Try the sub-base calculator

Before you order MOT Type 1

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.

Delivering MOT Type 1 in Gateshead

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

• Have someone on site for the delivery if you can, or agree a safe drop point with us in advance.
• For a phased build we can split the order so materials arrive as each stage starts, which keeps the site clear.
• On busy streets in Gateshead, a parking suspension or a quiet time slot can make offloading safer, so tell us about local restrictions you know of.

Ordering MOT Type 1 for Gateshead: 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.

Does Type 1 drain?

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

Do you deliver MOT Type 1 to Gateshead?

Yes. We deliver across Gateshead, including NE8, NE9, NE10, NE11. Gateshead is inside our standard mainland delivery area. Send your list or call 0800 088 6341 and we will price it delivered to your postcode.

Is there a minimum order for delivery to Gateshead?

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.