Ready Mix Concrete in Hertford - from £80 per m³

Serving Hertford and the wider SG13 area from our Cheshunt yard.

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Ready mix concrete at a glance

£80
From, per m³
1 m³/min
Mixed fresh on-site
1–10 m³
Per site visit
Pay per m³
Only for what you use

How our volumetric mixers work

1

Book

Phone 01992 635454 or get an instant quote and choose a guaranteed time slot.

2

Arrive

Our volumetric mixer arrives from our Cheshunt yard and mixes fresh on-site.

3

Pour

We batch up to 1 m³ per minute, 1–10 m³ per visit - you only pay for what you use.

Ready mix concrete calculator

Free volume tool

Concrete volume calculator

Work out the m³ for slabs, columns, stairs or fence posts - then get an instant online quote. Volumetric mixers mean you only pay for what you use.

  1. 1Shape
  2. 2Measure
  3. 3Quote
Slab: length, width and depthLengthWidthDepth

Length = longest edge, Width = shortest edge, Depth = slab/footing thickness.

Volumetric vs pre-mixed concrete

Pay for what you use
VolumetricYes - measured on-site
DrumNo - pay for the full drum
Mixed fresh
VolumetricYes - on your site
DrumNo - mixed at the plant, clock ticking
Change grade mid-pour
VolumetricYes - multiple grades same visit
DrumFixed at order
Part-load waste
VolumetricNone - stop when you're done
DrumLikely - leftover is yours
Rough-ground access
VolumetricYes - all-terrain mixers
DrumVaries

What our mixers carry

Concrete
Screed
Lean mix
Cement
Ballast
Sand
Stone

Why choose HH Muckers for ready mix concrete

Only pay for what you use

Volumetric - no part-load waste, measured on-site.

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From £80 per m³, any grade

C20 to C40 mixed on the truck - switch grade mid-pour.

Guaranteed time slots, same-day where we can

Real hours: Mon–Fri 6am – 6pm, Saturday 6am – 1pm, Sunday Closed.

We offer seamless ready mix concrete delivery services.

When you choose HH Muckers, you can have as many concrete strengths and grades as you want. Our volumetric concrete trucks contain separate compartments for lean, ballast, screed, gravel, cement, concrete, and stone.

Our guaranteed delivery slots mean that you can meet deadlines with ease. There is no waiting around when you order a ready mix concrete delivery from us.

Our volumetric concrete trucks are new, fully licensed, and ready to deliver concrete same-day where we can.

Contractors never pay for more than they need with HH Muckers. We charge per cubic metre. This helps us to reduce waste and you to minimise expenses.

Get an instant quote in 60 seconds to book your delivery slot - or call us on 01992 635454 if you'd rather talk it through.

Our concrete crews helped supply the build of Tottenham Hotspur's new stadium - the same trucks and the same team pour in Hertford.

Ready Mix Concrete Calculator Hertford

Contractors choose HH Muckers for transparent prices.

With our ready mix concrete calculator, it has never been easier to make sure your calculations are correct. Simply put in your numbers and give us a call to book your ready mix concrete delivery.

Our prices start from £80 per cubic metre. This number includes premium-quality materials like gravel, sand, and stone.

Concrete screed in Hertford

Differences between concrete and screed

Concrete and screed might seem similar, but they are very different.

Our concrete is made from 20mm gravel, water, sand, and cement. You will find concrete structures in most (if not all) construction projects. This material goes into pillars, bases, and other load-bearing structures.

Our concrete screed is made from water, sand, and cement. Screed does not contain gravel. The pieces of sand range from very fine to 10mm. The finer the pieces of sand, the more workable the mixture is. This material creates thin, even layers.

Order concrete screed in Hertford

We deliver premium-quality concrete screed in Hertford.

Screed floors go into construction projects all over Hertford. We are the #1 choice for contractors because we deliver high-quality materials on time.

All our customers get a definite time slot. Time slots help our customers stay on track and meet their deadlines. When you choose HH Muckers, you never have to wait around.

We sell floor screed by the cubic metre.

Get an instant quote in 60 seconds to book your screed delivery - or call us on 01992 635454 if you'd rather talk it through.

Types of floor screed

Before you order, make sure you are getting the right type of floor screeding.

Traditional screed – We recommend this screed for contractors who need even, blemish-free surfaces.

Reinforced screed – If you want to create floor layers that hold heavier structures, this is the way to go. Each batch contains all the usual screed ingredients as well as metal mesh fibres. This product cracks and shrinks less than traditional screed.

Floor screed – This is the most popular type of screed that we sell. It is ideal for thin layers and smooth, even surfaces.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where we can, our volumetric concrete lorry drivers are available same-day to ensure that you are never left in the lurch. So, whether you are working with tight deadlines or your previous supplier has fallen through, you can always rely on our team to sort out your ready mix concrete delivery.

Contractors all over Hertford, Essex, and Hertfordshire use our services. When you choose HH Muckers, meeting deadlines has never been easier.

Here are the main benefits of ordering a ready mix concrete delivery from us.

  • We sell cement, sand, stone, concrete, lean, ballast, and gravel
  • Our volumetric concrete trucks deliver same-day where we can
  • We deliver lots of concrete grades and strengths in the same slot
  • You pay for the exact number of cubic metres you need

We only buy premium quality materials. Our experienced team adhere to safety practices wherever possible.

Our customers like the fact that they can arrange their working day around our delivery. They can streamline their labour costs and complete lots of construction projects on the same day.

Get an instant quote in 60 seconds to book your delivery slot - or call our friendly team on 01992 635454 if you'd rather talk it through.

Our volumetric concrete trucks deliver ready mix concrete. Contractors all over Hertford, Essex, and Hertfordshire use volumetric concrete trucks.

  • They contain lots of compartments
  • They carry lean, screed, gravel, cement, sand, stone, and lean
  • They are fully licensed

Our batches of ready mix concrete can be customised. Volumetric trucks contain different compartments and can carry lots of concrete grades and strengths. This means that contractors can streamline their sourcing process.

Contractors benefit from our guaranteed time slots. These slots allow site managers to meet their deadlines and manage their staff.

With our same-day delivery service where we can, our customers are never stuck in an emergency.

Our volumetric concrete trucks are state-of-the-art. They contain separate compartments for premium quality materials. They carry lean, screed, concrete, sand, stone, cement, and ballast.

Each truck in our fleet contains an in-built mixer. We mix all the grades and strengths you need whilst on-site. They are very convenient for construction managers who have a lot of projects to complete.

Our volumetric trucks can mix up to 1m³ of concrete per minute. While on-site, our trucks can mix 1 to 10 cubic metres of concrete per each delivery slot.

It is a combination of stone, cement, sand, and water. People in the industry sometimes refer to it as ready made concrete. This is because suppliers source and mix all the necessary materials and mix them on-site.

We create lots of concrete grades and strengths. Our customers can fulfil lots of different project requirements with our delivery service.

All the materials are transported via one of our volumetric concrete trucks. They contain in-built mixers that combine the materials while on-site.

The cost of ready mix concrete depends on many factors.

Some suppliers charge per order. At HH Muckers, we charge per cubic metre. Our prices start from £80 per cubic metre. This price includes premium-quality concrete, sand, cement, stone, lean, and screed.

Customers come back for more services. Our per cubic metre price structure means that contractors can reduce their expenses. It also means that they do not have to spend time sourcing materials.

Ready mix concrete is vital for construction projects all over London. Our contractors depend on us for strong, reliable concrete.

It is important to measure the strength of concrete. Doing so can create a safe working environment and improve the outcome of construction projects.

To measure concrete, scientists remove pieces of existing concrete. They put pieces into specialist compression equipment, which measures the strength in megapascals (MPa).

Contractors need different strengths for each project. In general terms, they need ready mix concrete strengths between 15MPa and 30 MPa.

Ready mix concrete goes into industrial buildings, commercial sites, and residential slabs. It is important for a number of other construction projects.

Concrete is one of the most common construction materials in the world. It is subject to lots of rules and regulations. These rules ensure that your construction site stays safe.

We make safety standards a priority. We conduct void, density, and moisture tests at our Cheshunt yard. These tests guarantee you receive high-quality materials.

To hear more about our quality standards, call 01992 635454.

It is important to place and finish ready mix concrete with a reasonable time frame.

Ready mix concrete can become hard to work with for a few reasons. Harsh heat, cold winds, and any number of other weather conditions can impact concrete.

Contractors must keep an eye on the time. Every project needs different time controls. With our ready mix concrete delivery slots, it has never been easier to work within a reasonable time frame.

Our volumetric concrete trucks are available same-day where we can. Get an instant quote in 60 seconds to book your delivery slot - or call our friendly team on 01992 635454 if you'd rather talk it through.

Both cement and concrete are common construction materials.

Cement goes into concrete. It combines with sand, gravel, stone, and water to create ready mix concrete. Cement functions as the hardening agent in the mixture.

There are two popular types of cement. We create Portland cement at our Cheshunt yard.

We deliver ready mix concrete to contractors all around Hertford, Essex, and Hertfordshire.

We measure ready mix concrete by cubic metre. One cubic metre weighs approximately 2.4 tonnes.

Ready mix concrete would be incomplete without hydration. Hydration is a chemical process that occurs when water mixes with stone, cement, and sand.

When water molecules hit the sand, cement, and stone molecules, strong bonds form. They crystallise and the materials begin to look like ready mix concrete.

Hydration makes moisture disappear from the mixture. When moisture disappears and locks into bonds, concrete becomes stronger.

Hydration happens as soon as water interacts with the other materials. It primarily occurs in the first month after concrete is laid. If moisture is present in concrete hydration can happen years and months after it is laid.

Ready mix concrete takes a while to cure. Most concrete will cure after 28 days. This number depends on several factors.

Contractors must put in place the following external controls.

  • Concrete can only cure in an environment of over 10°C. Contractors must maintain this temperature for 3 to 14 days.
  • Concrete thrives in an environment where the relative humidity is above 80%.

We deliver ready mix concrete to contractors all over Hertford, North London, and Essex. They work on different projects which take different amounts of time to cure.

Always speak to your engineers and contractors for more specific information about the curing process.

Our customers are based all over Hertford, North London, and Essex. They work on different projects that need different strength concrete. They order C35 and above concrete mixes for residential slabs.

Our volumetric concrete trucks contain different compartments for each material. When you choose HH Muckers, you can have lots of different grades and strengths at once.

We always recommend speaking to your engineers for specific concrete strength information.

All types of concrete crack. Cracks are a natural part of working with concrete. Concrete shrinks and contracts throughout its lifetime.

Hydration causes contraction. Hydration occurs when water molecules react with the other materials inside ready mix concrete. The molecules bond and crystallise.

When these bonds occur, there is less moisture in the mixture. Even after contractors have laid concrete, water seeps into the mixture. This causes excess hydration, shrinkage, and contraction.

Throughout its lifecycle, concrete shrinks an average of an 3mm for every 20 feet.

To reduce cracks you must:

  • Only add the amount of water you need. If you add more, excess hydration will occur.
  • Add one expansion joint to every three metres of concrete.
  • Avoid working on the surface of concrete before it is cured.

When you order from HH Muckers, you can expect premium quality materials. Our ready mix concrete deliver comes with built-in safety advice.

Contractors all over Hertford, Essex, and Hertfordshire call us to talk about logistics. Our volumetric concrete truck drivers are always happy to talk about safety standards.

Give us a call on 01992 635454 to talk through any concerns you have.

Where we can, contractors depend on us for a same-day ready mix concrete delivery service. We deliver screed, lean, ballast, concrete, cement, sand, and gravel to site managers all over Hertford.

Our volumetric concrete trucks stay on-site for an amount of time that reflects your order. We work quickly and efficiently to deliver quality materials to our customers.

If adverse weather conditions ruin your batch, we are only a phone call away. Get an instant quote in 60 seconds to order ready mix concrete - or call our friendly team on 01992 635454 if you'd rather talk it through.

Concrete is one of the most common construction materials in the world. It goes into all sorts of construction projects like industrial buildings and commercial properties.

We can only talk about general situations. We always recommend speaking to engineers for more specific grade and strength information.

What is screed?

Screed floors are thin, even layers. Screed is a popular building material that contains sand, cement, and water. Typically, the pieces of sand are very thin. At HH Muckers, we sell a range of screed products. Some contain pieces of sand that are as big as 10mm.

Fine, sharp pieces of sand make our concrete screed pliable. It is easy to spread the product across whatever surface. This construction material guarantees clean, even surfaces.

What is screed used for?

Floor screed acts as an additional layer. Our customers pour this product over concrete sub bases. Concrete bases have excellent load-bearing qualities, but they can be bumpy. To smooth out the surface, contractors lay a screed base on top.

Lots of contractors lay floor screeding underneath carpets, tiles, and slats. The underfloor screed layer ensures that the floor is even and blemish-free.

You can also use screed in conjunction with underfloor heating pipes. Just pour your screed over the pipes and let it set. This acts as a two-in-one insulator and base.

How to screed a floor?

The most effective tool you can use is a screed float. Screed floats are comprised of a rubber handle and a flat metal surface. You might know these tools as trowels.

When your screed floor is in place, grab your screed float. Use the metal surface to smooth out any imperfections. You might still have a few trowel marks and stubborn blemishes. In this case, you need to use a carborundum stone. If you buy it from any major retailer, the handle will already be attached.

How do I cure screed?

Concrete screed takes a while to cure. After a week, it should be 65% cured. To make the process quicker, you can use a polythene sheet. If the sheet is airtight, it will help the screed layer cure. When it is completely cured, you can start laying carpet, tiles, and lino.

It is important to remember that lots of factors can impact curing. The type of screed that you use, the temperature in the room, and the overall environment are just a few factors.

Get an instant quote in 60 seconds to organise a screed delivery - or call 01992 635454 if you'd rather talk it through.

How long does screed take to dry?

Screed dries at different rates depending on the thickness of the layer.

1-50mm thick layers – These layers dry at a rate of 1mm per day.

50mm+ thick layers – You need to add extra time for layers that are over 50mm. Any extra mms could take another day to dry per 1mm. Layers that are 75mm thick could take anywhere from 75 to 100 days to dry.

Can I cancel my ready mix concrete delivery?

We accommodate cancellations that are made 24 hours before your initial delivery slot.

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