Cement & Aggregates
MOT Type 1 Sub-base for Maldon, delivered to site
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.
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Maldon delivery at a glance
- Delivering to
- Maldon, Essex
- Postcode districts
- CM9, CM3
- Delivery
- Standard mainland delivery
- How it arrives
- Bulk bags or tipped loads
- Daylight
- About 7h 47m on the shortest day
- Nearby (straight line)
- Witham (5 mi), Chelmsford (9 mi), Rayleigh (10 mi)
Which MOT Type 1 can you order in Maldon?
- ScalpingsCheaper granular fill for less demanding areas.
- 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.
Planning the drop in Maldon
Bulk bags are usually crane-offloaded where access allows; very large quantities can be priced as loose tipped loads where access allows. Maldon is inside our standard mainland delivery area.
- Clear a level area for pallets, ideally on boards, so materials stay out of standing water.
- Give us the full postcode for the drop point; deliveries around CM9 are priced to the exact address.
- Keep cement, plaster and boards dry: have a tarpaulin or a garage space ready before they arrive.
Working out quantities for your Maldon job
An 8 × 6 m area at 100 mm compacted is 4.8 m³. At about 2.1 tonnes per cubic metre plus 10% that is 11.1 tonnes, or around 14 bulk bags. Try the sub-base calculator
Getting the right 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.
Compaction
Lay and compact in layers with a plate compactor. Allow extra material because it compacts down.
Ordering MOT Type 1 for Maldon: FAQs
How soon can MOT Type 1 be delivered in Maldon?
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.
Does Type 1 drain?
Type 1 is reasonably free-draining when compacted, which is one reason it is used under drives and patios.
Is there a minimum order for delivery to Maldon?
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.
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.
Other towns near Maldon
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Witham
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Chelmsford
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Rayleigh
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Wickford
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Braintree
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Billericay
Complete your Maldon order
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