Ready Mix Concrete in Welwyn Garden City From £80 per Metre
Contractors from all over North London choose us because we stay firm on price.
You will never have to pay for more than you need. Our prices start from £80 per cubic metre of ready mix concrete.
Our volumetric truck drivers deliver screed, lean, gravel, sand, ballast, and cement and mix them together on-site. That way, you can be in control of the grades and strengths you need.
With our ready mix concrete delivery service, you are in control of your deadlines. We offer our North London and Essex based contractors guaranteed time slots. They can plan their working day and fulfil lots of project requirements at once.
Each volumetric concrete truck in our fleet is brand new and fully licensed. They can move across rough terrain without a problem.
Contractors choose HH Muckers for a seamless experience.
Call 01992 635454 to book your time slot.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What locations do your ready mix concrete services cover?
We cover the following locations and surrounding areas.
- Hertfordshire – Bishops Stortford, Broxbourne, Cheshunt, Harpenden, Hatfield, Hemel Hempstead, Hertford, Hitchin, Hoddesdon, Potters Bar, St Albans, Stevenage, Watford, Welwyn
- Bedfordshire – Luton
- Essex – Brentwood, Chelmsford, Chigwell, Epping, Harlow, Loughton, Waltham Abbey
- North London – Edmonton, Enfield, Haringey, Palmers Green, Tottenham, Winchmore Hill, Wood Green, Woodford
Why choose HH Muckers as your ready mix concrete supplier in Welwyn Garden City?
We are one of the only ready mix concrete suppliers that provide a comprehensive service.
Our team is available for 24/7 deliveries. Contractors know that they can depend on us in an emergency.
When you order from us you can expect:
- Around the clock ready mix concrete deliveries
- Fully license trucks
- Guaranteed time slots
- You never pay for more than you need
You are in control of each order. When you call our team tell them which grades and strengths you need. This is good for contractors who need to fulfil lots of project requirements on large construction sites.
We are committed to reducing waste. At HH Muckers, we do not want you to pay for more than you need.
Contact us on 01992 635454 to order your delivery.
What are the benefits of a volumetric concrete lorry?
Lorries are an important piece of the puzzle when it comes to ready mix concrete. Our lorries contain separate compartments for lean, screed, cement, gravel, sand, and stone.
We source premium quality materials from all over London. Our contractors can choose what concrete grades and strengths they need. We pack them into lorries at our batching plant and send them to construction sites in North London.
Our volumetric concrete trucks:
- Are brand new
- Are fully licensed
- Can move across difficult terrain
- Come complete with mixers
One of the main benefits of using our trucks is that they are available 24/7. Contractors in North London know that they can depend on us in an emergency. If their recent supplier has fallen through, they call us.
How our volumetric concrete mixers work
Volumetric concrete trucks have in-built compartments for different materials. Our trucks can carry lean, screed, ballast, sand, stone, and cement.
They come with in-built mixers. Our trucks travel to construction sites all over Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, and North London. When on-site, they can mix 1 to 10 cubic metres of concrete on each site visit.
What is ready mix concrete?
Ready mix concrete is a type of volumetric concrete. Our volumetric concrete trucks deliver gravel, cement, water, and sand to construction sites across London.
Lots of contractors prefer ready mix concrete because they can customise it. They can tell our team exactly which concrete grades and strengths they need. We create and pack their materials at our batching plant.
This type of concrete is sometimes called ready made concrete. With our quality procedures, sourcing premium quality materials is a hassle-free experience.
Concrete is one of the most common construction materials in the world. It goes into pavements, bridges, industrial buildings, and residential slabs.
How much does ready mix concrete cost?
The cost of ready mix concrete depends on which supplier you choose.
We are one of the only ready mix concrete suppliers that do not charge over the odds. We want to reduce waste and save you money.
Our prices start from £80 per cubic metre. For each cubic metre of ready mix concrete, you will get premium quality cement, sand, gravel, and stone. We source high-quality materials in bulk, which means that you can get the best products at a reasonable price.
Contractors order ready mix concrete from us because they do not have to run around sourcing materials.
How do you measure the strength of concrete?
If you choose the wrong concrete strength, your construction site will be unsafe.
Measuring the strength of concrete is a standard practice in the construction industry. At HH Muckers, we keep up with all the latest rules and regulations for concrete.
Lots of ready mix concrete suppliers conduct compression tests. This involves taking a sample from an existing batch and placing it in specialist compression equipment. The equipment measures the strength of concrete in pounds per square inch (psi).
Our clients work on construction sites all over London. They need different strengths for each project.
In general terms, contractors need concrete strengths between 15MPa (2200 psi) and 30 MPa (4400 psi).
Are there quality standards for concrete?
There are quality standards for everything in the construction industry. In a line of work that builds communal structures, it is important to stay up to date on the latest rules and regulations.
At HH Muckers, our quality standards start when we source materials. We only buy the best for our contractors because we know that they depend on us for quality.
Our team conducts density, moisture, and void tests on batches of ready mix concrete. We want to ensure that each delivery contains the best products.
To learn more about our quality standards, give us a call on 01992 635454.
How long do I have to place and finish the concrete?
Concrete is one of the most common materials in the world. This means that every construction site is different.
Contractors should always be conscious of time. Over 95% of first-time ready mix concrete customers order another delivery from us. Our guaranteed time slots mean that contractors can plan their day and meet time slots.
If you work within an appropriate time frame, you will not have any problems placing and finishing ready mix concrete.
Concrete can become difficult to work with in some circumstances.
- If it is left for too long it will become less pliable
- Harsh weather conditions can negatively impact ready mix concrete
What is the difference between concrete and cement?
Cement and concrete are important for construction projects all over North London.
Sand, water, gravel, and cement combine to create ready mix concrete. Cement is a grey powder before it mixes with water. Without cement, concrete would not be able to harden.
Ready mix concrete goes into a wide range of construction projects. Contractors use it for residential slabs, industrial structures, and large bridges.
How do you measure concrete?
We measure ready mix concrete by cubic metre. One cubic metre weighs approximately 2.4T/m3.
Does concrete gain strength by drying out?
Ready mix concrete dries when bonds form.
Hydration is an important part of creating usable ready mix concrete. When water reacts with gravel, sand, and cement, hydration begins.
Water molecules combine with molecules from the other materials inside concrete. Strong bonds form and crystalise. As this happens, less moisture is in the mixture because it is locked into bonds. This causes concrete to dry.
Hydration can happen anytime. It can occur months and years after you have laid the concrete. As long as moisture is present, hydration can occur. Water is highly reactive when it combines with gravel, sand, and cement.
How long does it take for concrete to cure?
Drying and curing are two separate processes.
They are often mistaken for each other. However, hydration does not need monitoring. Water molecules react with the other materials inside ready mix concrete and hydration begins.
In contrast, curing requires intervention. Contractors must shield their batch from intense weather conditions like wind, heat, and snow. Adverse weather conditions can halt the hardening process and create defects.
Contractors need to:
- Sustain an environment of over 50 degrees for 3 to 14 days
- Sustain relative humidity above 80%
Most batches of concrete will be cured after 28 days.
For tailored advice, always speak to your contractors and engineers.
What strength concrete is normally used for a slab under a house?
Our Welwyn Garden City contractors tend to use C35 and above mixes for residential slabs.
We supply ready mix concrete to contractors all over North London. Our team knows that every project is different, which is why we can only talk about general situations.
Over 95% of first-time customers choose our services again. Our volumetric concrete trucks contain separate compartments. We can batch each delivery to our customers’ grade, strength, and ratio specifications.
Why is my concrete cracking already?
Cracks are a normal part of working with concrete.
Contractors who work on large construction projects tend to see more cracks. Concrete shrinks an average of an ⅛ of an inch for every 20 feet.
A chemical process called hydration occurs when water molecules bond with gravel, sand, and cement molecules. When water molecules lock into bonds, there is less moisture in the mixture. This is how concrete dries and hardens.
Hydration can happen for months and years after the initial reaction. If excess water is present in concrete, it will expand, contract, and form cracks.
Mistakes can cause excess cracks. There are a few ways that contractors can reduce the number of cracks in their concrete.
- Only add as much water as necessary to each batch of ready mix concrete. Adding more water makes the batch easier to work with but encourages excess hydration.
- Only work on the surface of concrete when it is cured. Working on it beforehand will create defects.
We recommend adding one expansion joint for every three metres of concrete. Adding expansion joints gives your project structure and reduces the amount of space available for contraction.
Can I talk to someone about safety advice before the delivery?
At HH Muckers, your safety is important to us.
We are one of the only ready mix concrete suppliers that offer a comprehensive service. This means that our safety standards start when we source materials.
We have invested in a brand new fleet of fully licensed volumetric concrete trucks. They can move across rough terrain with ease and come with the best mixers that the industry has to offer.
At our batching plant, we conduct void, density, and moisture tests. These tests ensure that each batch we send out meets our high standards.
If you would like to learn more, speak to our Welwyn Garden City specialists on 01992 635454.
How long will your ready mix concrete lorries be on our site?
Our volumetric concrete trucks remain on your construction site for an appropriate amount of time. The number of cubic metres you order will dictate the length of your delivery slot.
Contractors all over North London use our services because we offer guaranteed time slots. With our time slots, meeting deadlines has never been easier. Construction site managers can structure their day around our delivery.
Managers can also order lots of different grades and strengths at once. This means that they can work without stopping and having to wait for another delivery.
Contact our Welwyn Garden City specialists on 01992 635454 for a time slot.
Can you advise me on what type of concrete to order?
We have provided contractors with ready mix concrete for years. Our clients span the whole of Essex and North London.
Each project requires different concrete strengths and grades. This is why we can only talk about general information.
To speak to our team, call 01992 635454.
What is screed?
Screed is made from water, cement, and sand. Contractors spread screed into thin layers to create smooth, blemish-free surfaces.
HH Muckers’ concrete screed contains a range of sand sizes. Our traditional screed contains small pieces of sand, making it very practical. We also sell batches of screed that contain 10mm sand pieces. We recommend smaller pieces of sand for residential projects and bigger pieces of sand for commercial projects.
Our screed goes into all sorts of construction projects. So, what is screed used for?
What is screed used for?
Floor screeding creates thin layers. More often than not, screed is poured over concrete subfloors. Concrete is a popular subfloor material because it can support heavy loads. Contractors lay screed on top of concrete floors to even out the imperfections.
Screed makes an excellent base for floors. It is common for contractors to create a layer of screed before they install carpet, tiles, and lino.
A lot of our residential customers pour screed over underfloor heating pipes. This practice insulates the pipes, which can reduce overall heating bills.
Differences between concrete and screed?
Screed is a thin material, and concrete is a thick material. Screed is workable, but concrete is more difficult to spread. There is only one ingredient that separates these products. As well as sand, cement, and water, concrete also contains gravel.
Screed floors do not have the same benefits as concrete floors. They usually sit on top of concrete subfloors. Concrete is known for its load-bearing qualities. It makes excellent sub bases, but it does not create smooth surfaces. Once your concrete sub base is in place, you can pour screed on top. This will create a thin, even surface.
Order concrete screed in Welwyn Garden City
For premium-quality concrete screed in Welwyn Garden City, call our team.
We source, produce, and deliver a range of screed. Whether you need traditional screed or reinforced screed, we have got you covered. Our products contain sand that ranges from minuscule dots to 10mm pieces.
Contractors in Welwyn Garden City contact us for seamless deliveries. Our drivers have years of experience in the industry and they can deliver to any kind of site. Just let us know where to go.
Once you have placed your order, we will give you a time slot.
Contact us on 01992 635454.
Types of floor screed
We sell two main types of screed.
Floor screed – You will find this type of screed on construction sites all over Welwyn Garden City. It is ideal for people who want to create thin layers and smooth surfaces. Lots of contractors pour a layer of this screed before laying carpets and tiles.
Reinforced screed – This type of screed is less common. It contains cement, water, sand, and metal mesh fibres. It is a good option for people who need to support heavy structures.
How to screed a floor?
Floor screeding is a common practice. All you need is your screed and a screed float. You can buy a screed float from any major shop that sells construction tools.
- Pour your screed into place
- Use the flat end of a screed float to smooth out the lumps and bumps
If your screed float leaves marks, you need to buy a carborundum stone. Most manufacturers attach a handle to the stone. Grab the handle and use the stone to smooth out the surface.
How do I cure screed?
Screed floors need time to cure.
By seven days, screed has reached 65% of its final strength. It can take much longer to reach 100%, depending on the environment. The heat, humidity, and type of screed can all impact the cure time.
Some of our customers place a polythene sheet over their screed to speed up the curing process.
How long does screed take to dry?
In general, screed dries at a rate of 1mm each day. If your layer of concrete screed is over 50mm, it will need more time to dry. You should add half a day for each mm over 50mm.
Can I cancel my order?
We accept cancellations if they are made up to 24 hours before existing delivery slots.
Contact HH Muckers
Call our friendly team for more information on 01992 635454 or fill in our online form.