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MOT Type 1 Sub-base delivery in Hartlepool

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.

Order MOT Type 1 for Hartlepool with one message: we check the quantities, price the delivery and confirm everything before you pay.

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

MOT Type 1 Sub-base to Hartlepool: the basics

Daylight
About 7h 14m on the shortest day
Nearby (straight line)
Peterlee (7 mi), Billingham (7 mi), Middlesbrough (8 mi)
How it arrives
Bulk bags or tipped loads
Delivery
Standard mainland delivery
Delivering to
Hartlepool, Durham
Postcode districts
TS24, TS26, TS25, TS22

What MOT Type 1 can we deliver to Hartlepool?

  • 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.
  • MOT Type 1 sub-baseGraded crushed stone to Specification for Highway Works clause 803.

Delivering MOT Type 1 in Hartlepool

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

  • For a phased build we can split the order so materials arrive as each stage starts, which keeps the site clear.
  • If the drop point is block paving or soft ground, say so; heavy pallets and bulk bags can mark or sink.
  • In summer Hartlepool gets around 17h 18m of daylight, but early deliveries still beat the traffic and give the longest working day.

Working out quantities for your Hartlepool job

A 6 × 4 m area at 100 mm compacted is 2.4 m³. At about 2.1 tonnes per cubic metre plus 10% that is 5.5 tonnes, or around 7 bulk bags. Try the sub-base calculator

Things to check before you order

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.

Questions about MOT Type 1 delivery in Hartlepool

Can I add other materials to my Hartlepool 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.

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.

How soon can MOT Type 1 be delivered in Hartlepool?

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.

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