MOT Type 1 Sub-base delivery in Runcorn

What MOT Type 1 can we deliver to Runcorn?

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

Before your Runcorn delivery arrives

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

• If the drop point is block paving or soft ground, say so; heavy pallets and bulk bags can mark or sink.
• Weight limits on bridges or private roads near the site matter for larger lorries, so mention any you know of.
• Have someone on site for the delivery if you can, or agree a safe drop point with us in advance.

Choosing 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.

Quantities: a worked example

An 8 × 4 m area at 100 mm compacted is 3.2 m³. At about 2.1 tonnes per cubic metre plus 10% that is 7.4 tonnes, or around 9 bulk bags. Try the sub-base calculator

Ordering MOT Type 1 for Runcorn: FAQs

How soon can MOT Type 1 be delivered in Runcorn?

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.

Can you tip it loose?

For larger quantities we can price a loose tipped load if the lorry can reach and there is space to tip.

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 Runcorn?

Yes. We deliver across Runcorn, including WA7. Runcorn is inside our standard mainland delivery area. Send your list or call 0800 088 6341 and we will price it delivered to your postcode.