Ready Mix Concrete In Loughton From £100 Per Metre
Contractors all over Loughton and Essex choose us because we are reliable and transparent. Customer service is at the heart of our business.
When you choose HH Muckers, you get premium quality materials at competitive prices. Our volumetric concrete trucks carry lean, screed, cement, water, sand, ballast, and gravel. By buying in bulk, you can reduce your expenses.
We offer our contractors guaranteed time slots. You will never have to worry about missing a deadline again with our prompt ready mix concrete delivery service.
Our contractors only pay for what they need. We charge per cubic metre, and our prices start from £100.
You never have to worry about paying over the odds when you talk to us.
Contact our staff on 01992 635454 to book your time slot.
Ready Mix Concrete Calculator Loughton
We are one of the only ready mix concrete suppliers in North London that wants to save you money.
With our ready mix concrete calculator, you only pay for the number of cubic metres you need. It is perfect for people who want to triple-check their maths and make sure they are getting their money’s worth.
Once you have settled on a number, give us a call on 01992 635454 to arrange an appointment. Our volumetric concrete trucks are on standby 24/7 to deliver construction materials.
Frequently Asked Questions
What locations do your ready mix concrete services cover?
We cover the following locations and surrounding areas.
- Essex – Brentwood, Chelmsford, Chigwell, Epping, Harlow, Loughton, Waltham Abbey
- Bedfordshire – Luton
- Hertfordshire – Bishops Stortford, Broxbourne, Cheshunt, Harpenden, Hatfield, Hemel Hempstead, Hertford, Hitchin, Hoddesdon, Potters Bar, St Albans, Stevenage, Watford, Welwyn
- North London – Edmonton, Enfield, Haringey, Palmers Green, Tottenham, Winchmore Hill, Wood Green, Woodford
Why choose HH Muckers as your ready mix concrete supplier in Loughton?
Our client list spans across Loughton, Essex, and North London.We create a seamless ready mix delivery experience. With our team, you will never have to worry about missing deadlines again.
Our service is comprehensive. Our team will measure each material to your specifications, pack them into one of our state-of-the-art volumetric concrete trucks, and arrive at your delivery slot on time.
Call our team if you want:
- 24/7 ready mix concrete delivery
- Bulk materials
- Brand new volumetric concrete trucks
- Competitive prices
When you choose us, there are no hidden fees. Our contractors only pay for the number of cubic metres they need. That way they save money and we reduce our environmental impact.
Our team are never too far away. Pick up the phone and give us a call on 01992 635454. We are more than happy to talk about logistics, safety advice, and your project.
What are the benefits of a volumetric concrete truck?
Volumetric concrete trucks are perfect for medium and large scale construction projects. Contractors all over Loughton, Essex, and North London use our services because we have a fleet of brand new trucks.
Our trucks have separate compartments for lean, screed, sand, cement, and water. When you place an order, our team will ask what ratios and strengths you need. We then pack your materials into our trucks at the batching plant.
Our volumetric concrete trucks:
- Arrive on time
- Carry many materials at once
- Can navigate around difficult construction sites
- Are available 24/7
One of the main benefits of ordering a volumetric concrete truck from us is that one of our team comes along with it. Our team always arrive on-time and can advise you about logistical problems and safety issues.
Call us on 01992 635454 to book your time slot.
How our volumetric concrete mixers work
Volumetric concrete trucks are good for contractors who need large amounts of ready mix concrete. This is because they contain in-built mixers.
We pack all the materials you need at our batching plant. Our customers can choose as many concrete grades and strengths as they need.
Each truck in our fleet contains separate compartments for different materials. While on-site, our trucks mix together the materials. They can mix 1 to 10 cubic metres of concrete on each site visit.
What is ready mix concrete?
Ready mix concrete is a mixture of gravel, cement, water, and sand. Our team pack these materials into a volumetric concrete truck.
This type of concrete is sometimes called ready made concrete because all the materials are mixed on-site.
Contractors all over Loughton love the fact that they can order exact ratios from us. They can fulfil different project requirements at the same time with our service.
Ready made concrete is used in industrial buildings, bridges, residential slabs, and pavements.
Our customers appreciate that they can book a guaranteed time slot with us. Missing deadlines is a thing of the past with HH Muckers.
For a seamless ready mix concrete delivery experience, call HH Muckers.
How much does ready mix concrete cost?
If you search for ‘the cost of ready mix concrete’ lots of answers will pop up. Suppliers all over London have different price points. Unlike a lot of suppliers, we charge per cubic metre.
Our prices start from £80 per cubic metre. This price includes ballast, screed, lean, cement, sand, and stone. Because we buy high-quality materials in bulk, you can save money while keeping your eye on quality.
With our ready mix concrete delivery service, it has never been easier to source materials. Our contractors do not have to run around looking for different suppliers.
We supply all the materials you need.
How do you measure the strength of concrete?
You can measure the strength of concrete in a few ways.
At HH Muckers, we prefer compression tests. Specialist compression equipment can tell us how strong concrete is in pounds per square inch (psi).
Concrete samples go into compression equipment. These samples usually have a cylindrical shape. When the sample is compressed, the machine tells us the overall strength.
Most contractors need concrete strengths between 15 MPa (2200 psi) and 30 MPa (4400 psi). Different projects need different strength concrete.
Whether you are working on a residential slab, a bridge, or a commercial construction site, you need to make sure you are using the correct strength.
For specific information, always speak to your contractors and engineers.
Are there quality standards for concrete?
It is important to adhere to all concrete quality standards. They make the difference between a sturdy structure and a dangerous construction site.
Our team care about quality, which starts with our premium grade materials. We conduct moisture, density, and void tests on our batches to ensure they meet regulations.
Contact our local ready mix concrete Loughton specialists on 01992 635454 for more information.
How long do I have to place and finish the concrete?
Our clients love the fact that we offer guaranteed time slots. Our time slots allow site managers to organise their team. They can begin working as soon as their ready mix concrete delivery arrives.
The pliability of concrete depends on a few factors. Time and weather are the most significant. We always recommend protecting your batch of concrete from harsh winds and intense heat.
As long as you begin working with your batch in a reasonable time frame, you have nothing to worry about. Our 24/7 slots mean that you can fit your schedule around your delivery.
You will never be left in the dark with HH Muckers. Give us a bell on 01992 635454 to book your delivery slot.
What is the difference between concrete and cement?
Cement and concrete are often mistaken for each other. Both are materials used in construction projects all across Loughton, Essex, and North London.
Cement is an important part of ready mix concrete. Without cement, concrete would not be able to dry and harden. It looks like a grey powder when dry and a thick mortar paste when wet.
All construction sites use concrete. It is one of the most widely-used man-made materials in the world.
How do you measure concrete?
In the construction industry, volumetric ready mix concrete is measured by cubic metre. One cubic metre weighs approximately 2.4T/m3.
Does concrete gain strength by drying out?
Ready mix concrete dries when a chemical reaction called hydration occurs.
Hydration happens when water reacts with the other molecules inside sand, gravel, and cement. When the molecules collide, strong bonds form and crystalise.
When these chemical reactions occur the level of water in the mixture decreases. Hydration primarily occurs in the first month after you lay the concrete. It can happen for months and years after if water molecules are still present.
How long does it take for concrete to cure?
Drying and curing are separate processes. They require different approaches. Whereas drying requires a chemical reaction, curing calls for a set of external controls.
For tailored advice, always speak to your engineers and contractors. Our team are happy to advise you about general situations.
After 28 days, your ready mix concrete should be fully cured. There are a few important steps along the way.
- Never leave your batch of ready mix concrete exposed to harsh weather conditions.
- Maintain an environment over 50 degrees for 3 to 14 days.
- Maintain relative humidity above 80%.
Contractors all over Loughton call us for advice on how to cure their ready mix concrete. Give us a call on 01992 635454 to talk about your project.
What strength concrete is normally used for a slab under a house?
It is important to make sure you are using the right grade strength for your project.
If you want more specific information, consult your engineers. They are best equipped to give you relevant information.
We are more than happy to talk about general mixes, standards, and batches. Our contractors tend to use C35 and above grade strength concrete for residential slabs.
Our contractors love the fact that we can deliver lots of different concrete grades in one batch. If you have lots of different projects to fulfil, look no further than HH Muckers.
Why is my concrete cracking already?
All types of concrete are prone to cracks. Cracks are a byproduct of a chemical process called hydration.
When water combines with the other chemicals in ready mix concrete, strong bonds form. The amount of water in concrete decreases. As a result of this, concrete shrinks.
Concrete shrinks an average of an ⅛ of an inch for every 20 feet. This is why cracks are more obvious in large scale projects.
There are a few ways to reduce the likelihood of cracks.
- Wait until your batch of ready mix concrete has cured before you work on the surface.
- Add the correct ratio of water. Adding more water than necessary can make your batch more pliable, but will cause defects down the line.
- Add expansion joints to give your concrete structure. One joint for every three metres will reduce the space available for contraction.
Can I talk to someone about safety advice before the delivery?
Your safety is our priority.
We are one of the only ready mix concrete suppliers that offer a comprehensive service. That means you can call us before or after your ready mix concrete delivery.
Give us a call on 01992 635454 to talk through your concerns.
Our truck drivers are also happy to talk about logistics and health and safety practices while on-site.
How long will your ready mix concrete lorries be on our site?
The amount of time our volumetric concrete truck stays on-site depends on the number of cubic metres you order.
Because we offer 24/7 time slots, our team work quick. Contractors all over Loughton, Essex, and North London choose us as their ready mix concrete supplier because we are reliable.
Our volumetric concrete trucks always arrive on time. They are brand new and fully licensed. We invested in them because they can move across difficult terrain with ease.
Contact our friendly team on 01992 635454 to book your slot today.
Can you advise me on what type of concrete to order?
Ready mix concrete is good for a wide range of projects. It is most often used in bridges, pavements, residential slabs, and industrial buildings. Every single project is different and needs specific advice.
We can only tell you about general mixes. Call 01992 635454 to speak to our friendly team.
What is screed?
Concrete screed is a thin, versatile construction material. It is a staple on residential and commercial sites all over Loughton.
We stock two different kinds of screed, and we can customise the screed pieces in both. Our customers can choose from tiny pieces and pieces that are 10mm in diameter.
Need to book a screed delivery? No problem. Call 01992 635454 to get the ball rolling.
How should I use screed?
Our customers use screed in three main ways.
- Screed floors make excellent bases for tiles and other flooring options. It is easy to create smooth, blemish-free surfaces with our screed.
- Because our screed creates clean surfaces, a lot of contractors pour it onto concrete subfloors. Concrete can be bumpy, which is why they need to put a level surface on top.
- Screed can even insulate pipes! We recommend pouring screed over underfloor heating pipes to lower your heating expenses.
Differences between concrete and screed
HH Muckers’ floor screeding contains the same materials as concrete, minus the 20mm pieces of gravel.
We sell both these products, but they have very different uses. Screed is much thinner than concrete, and it creates thinner bases. Our concrete can create sub bases, but it is also good for other load-bearing structures. Contractors buy our concrete when they need to create pillars, beams, and subfloors.
Order concrete screed in Loughton
Order concrete screed in Loughton today! We deliver to sites all over Essex.
We only sell screed in cubic metres. When you order from us, you never have to shell out for more product than you need.
Our experienced drivers can manoeuvre around even the most difficult sites. They can answer any questions during your booking.
All our customers get a guaranteed time slot. Missing deadlines is a thing of the past. Just book a screed delivery on 01992 635454 and get high-quality materials at a time that suits you.
What types of floor screed are there?
There are a few different types of floor screed, but we only sell traditional and reinforced screed. Please note that we do not sell liquid screed.
The first is the most basic type of screed. Traditional screed contains cement, water, and sand. We recommend this product for people who want to create smooth, even surfaces.
The second type of screed that we sell is called reinforced screed. To create reinforced screed, we add metal mesh fibres to traditional screed. The fibres create a sturdier structure which leads to a reduced chance of cracking and shrinkage.
How to screed a floor?
HH Muckers’ concrete screed is easy to spread. You can make the mixture even more workable by asking us for smaller pieces of sand.
- Spread your screed.
- Smooth it into place and even out the surface with a screed trowel.
- Glide a carborundum stone over the surface of your screed to remove any imperfections.
How do I cure screed?
Screed floors need time. If you do not give your floor enough time, it will not reach its maximum strength.
After a week, your screed will have reached over half of its usual strength. To get to 100% strength, you need to make sure that the conditions are right. Temperature and moisture can both have a big impact on your screed.
How long does screed take to dry?
In general, our screed dries at a rate of 1mm per day.
Floor screeding layers that are over 50mm thick take longer to dry. We add an extra day to the dry time for each 1mm over 50mm.
Can I cancel my order?
Our team is willing to accommodate cancellations, as long as you contact us 24 hours before your order of ready mix concrete has been dispatched.
Contact HH Muckers
Call our friendly team for more information on 01992 635454 or fill in our online form.