Cement & Aggregates
MOT Type 1 Sub-base for Portishead, 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.
We deliver MOT Type 1 to sites, driveways and yards across Portishead, from a single pallet for a small job to full loads for bigger builds.
MOT Type 1 Sub-base to Portishead: the basics
- Delivering to
- Portishead, Somerset
- Daylight
- About 7h 50m on the shortest day
- Nearby (straight line)
- Nailsea (3 mi), Clevedon (5 mi), Bristol (8 mi)
- Postcode districts
- BS20, BS21
- How it arrives
- Bulk bags or tipped loads
- Delivery
- Standard mainland delivery
MOT Type 1 Sub-base available for Portishead delivery
- Bulk bags and loose loadsBulk bags for most jobs; loose loads where access and volume suit.
- HardcoreBroken masonry fill for bulking up ground.
- ScalpingsCheaper granular fill for less demanding areas.
- Recycled Type 1Crushed recycled aggregate graded as Type 1, where suitable.
MOT Type 1 Sub-base: choosing well
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.
How delivery works in Portishead
Bulk bags are usually crane-offloaded where access allows; very large quantities can be priced as loose tipped loads where access allows. Portishead 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.
- Keep cement, plaster and boards dry: have a tarpaulin or a garage space ready before they arrive.
- Have someone on site for the delivery if you can, or agree a safe drop point with us in advance.
Estimating your MOT Type 1
A 4 × 3 m area at 100 mm compacted is 1.2 m³. At about 2.1 tonnes per cubic metre plus 10% that is 2.8 tonnes, or around 4 bulk bags. Try the sub-base calculator
MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Portishead: questions
Does Type 1 drain?
Type 1 is reasonably free-draining when compacted, which is one reason it is used under drives and patios.
Can I add other materials to my Portishead 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.
How much MOT Type 1 do I need?
Multiply the area by the compacted depth to get cubic metres, then allow about 2.1 to 2.2 tonnes per cubic metre. At 100 mm deep, a tonne covers roughly 4.5 square metres.
How soon can MOT Type 1 be delivered in Portishead?
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.
Nearby towns we deliver MOT Type 1 to
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Nailsea
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Clevedon
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Bristol
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Kingswood
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Mangotsfield
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Newport (Gwent)
Complete your Portishead order
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Tell us what you need and where it is going. We check the quantities and come back with a delivered price before you commit.