There are several things you should take into account when it comes to concrete delivery. Regardless of the amount you’ve ordered, it’s important to be prepared. To ensure your delivery is taken safely and responsibly, we’ve presented you with a few hints and tips to help make the process run as smoothly as possible.
For the best customer experience, it’s important that you select a reliable, trustworthy concrete supplier, and there are a number of things to look for to help find a company which is right for you, including:
It’s important that you’re ordering only what you need to complete a project. In order to accurately determine the amount of concrete you’ll need, give our concrete calculator a go. Simply input the length, width and depth of the area you’d like to fill into our system, and you’ll be provided with the exact amount of concrete you’ll need to purchase to complete your project. If you’d like some help or advice before placing an order, please don’t hesitate to contact one of our professionals.
There are a number of things you should do before your concrete is delivered, this includes:
If your delivery has been arranged a few days in advance, you should check the weather forecast the day before your delivery. Rain, snow and cold temperatures can all affect the performance of the concrete, subsequently making it weaker than first intended. To avoid cracks and crumbling concrete in the future, be prepared to protect the concrete from the rain. You could do this by erecting a tent, or covering trenches with tarpaulin. However, if you can wait for a dryer day, we suggest you do so.
When it comes to laying concrete in the snow or when the temperature drops, we recommend that you wait until the winter season has passed. You must never pour concrete on a surface covered in ice or snow. Not only that, but you may find the concrete mix freezes before setting, causing more problems. For more help and advice before ordering your concrete, contact us today.
If your site isn’t easy to access, then you must do your best to make it accessible. A concrete mixer is a relatively large vehicle, and will therefore need as much space as possible to manoeuvre. For a domestic delivery, you’ll only really need to move cars, wheelie bins and other objects which may hinder the manoeuvrability of the concrete mixing lorry. You should also warn neighbours that you’re expecting a large vehicle to deliver your concrete.
Commercial concrete deliveries are generally easier when it comes to accessibility. However, if the lorry cannot get to where it needs to be, a concrete pump will have to be hired to get the concrete from the truck to the site, so keep this in mind before you order your concrete.
Once your concrete has been delivered, it’s important that work on laying the concrete starts as soon as possible. In order to make the process as smooth as possible, we’ve presented you with a few tips for laying your fresh concrete:
It’s imperative that concrete is poured safely and responsibly. This is to ensure the safety of both yourself and others who may be in the vicinity. Some things you can do to protect yourself, include:
Wearing the right clothes and gear – hard hats, long sleeved clothes, safety goggles, gloves and construction boots should be worn when laying concrete. This prevents wet concrete from coming into direct contact with skin and eyes. Concrete which has set is also very heavy, so protect your feet with a pair of robust construction boots.
Prepare your site adequately – the strength of your concrete slab will depend on the condition of the ground you pour it on, together with any reinforcement materials you use. Depending on what your requirements are, the ground or surface will need preparing in different ways, so keep this in mind before laying your concrete.
Don’t lay concrete in snowy or icy conditions – cold weather can make laying concrete very difficult, but it can also make a site treacherous to navigate around. Wait for the temperature to rise a few degrees, and let the ice and snow melt before working onsite again.
EasyMix are proud to supply domestic and commercial customers with fresh concrete which has been mixed to your exact specifications and project requirements. We’re able to provide many different types of concrete, as well as concrete pumps for your convenience.
If you live in Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Northamptonshire or the surrounding areas, and would like more information about the concrete we’re able to offer, get in touch with our knowledgeable team today – we’re always happy to help.
Call us on 0800 169 6401
Locate your nearest branch
Find out if we deliver concrete to your area
Concrete Calculator
Calculate how much you will need
fast, reliable delivery!
This website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and deliver personalised ads. By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyse site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts.