MOT Type 1 Sub-base delivered to Houghton-le-Spring

What MOT Type 1 can we deliver to Houghton-le-Spring?

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

Choosing MOT Type 1

Compaction

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

Virgin or recycled?

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

Estimating your MOT Type 1

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

Getting MOT Type 1 onto your Houghton-le-Spring site

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

• In summer Houghton-le-Spring gets around 17h 20m of daylight, but early deliveries still beat the traffic and give the longest working day.
• For a phased build we can split the order so materials arrive as each stage starts, which keeps the site clear.
• Deliveries are to the kerb, drive or within crane reach; ask if materials need to go further.

Your questions answered

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.

Do you deliver MOT Type 1 to trades and homeowners in Houghton-le-Spring?

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

Do you deliver MOT Type 1 to Houghton-le-Spring?

Yes. We deliver across Houghton-le-Spring, including DH4, DH5, SR3, DH6. Houghton-le-Spring is inside our standard mainland delivery area. Send your list or call 0800 088 6341 and we will price it delivered to your postcode.

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.