Recycled Type 1 Delivered in Manchester
For many groundworks, crushed recycled sub-base is a practical and more sustainable swap for quarried stone – and we arrange delivery across Manchester.
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Concrete, brick, stone and similar material from construction and demolition can be crushed and screened into a sub-base known as recycled Type 1. On many jobs it performs the same role as quarried Type 1, because it is graded to compact into a solid base.
Using hardcore recycled from sites around the city, Skips Manchester arranges recycled Type 1 delivery in Manchester and across Greater Manchester. It arrives by tipper, or in bulk bags where offered, and supply is subject to confirmation for your postcode.
Opting for recycled material is a simple way to make a project more sustainable: less new quarrying is needed and inert waste stays in use. For other materials, browse our full aggregate delivery range.
Jobs where recycled Type 1 performs well
Both commercial and domestic projects make wide use of recycled sub-base, for example:
- General fill and backfilling
- Temporary site access and haul roads
- Bases for garages and sheds
- Hardstandings, car parks and yards
- Sub-bases for patios and driveways
We can confirm which product we supply. Project specifications differ: some accept recycled material provided it meets the required grading, whereas others insist on virgin Type 1 aggregate. So on adopted roads or engineered works, read the specification first, and if you are uncertain, ask your client, architect or engineer before you order to avoid surprises on site.
The case for sustainability
Construction produces a large share of the country’s inert waste, and cutting what goes to landfill is a long-standing aim of waste policy. Turning that material back into sub-base closes the loop – rubble from a demolition in east Manchester may well finish up beneath a new driveway in Bolton.
On commercial projects, recycled aggregate can also help with sustainability reporting. Should you need details of where the material came from, ask at the time of ordering and we will tell you what we are able to provide.
Plan the clear-out and the fill together
Breaking out an old surface is the first step on plenty of projects. Brick and concrete can be taken away for recycling by our hardcore removal service, and recycled Type 1 can then be brought in for the new base.
Lining up the two jobs helps keep the programme on track and can cut the number of individual visits to your site. Paperwork can be simpler too when we handle both. Call 0333 121 1056 or use the contact page to tell us your access, the area and the depth required, and we will look into supply and delivery options for your postcode.
Well suited to
- Hardstandings
- Backfill
- Haul roads
- Shed bases
- Car parks and yards
- Sub-base for driveways
Recycled Type 1 – your questions answered
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What goes into recycled Type 1?
Recycled construction material – usually stone, brick and concrete – is crushed and screened to make a graded sub-base with good compaction. Choosing it cuts the need for quarrying and stops inert material going to landfill.
Does recycled Type 1 match virgin Type 1 for quality?
It performs well in many commercial and domestic applications. Certain engineered works require virgin material, so if your project has a specification, stick to it. Ask your installer if you are not sure.
Does recycled Type 1 cost less?
Prices differ between suppliers and locations, though it is often competitive. Mention it when you enquire: we will quote for your postcode and, if you like, set it against virgin Type 1.
Will recycled sub-base have rubbish in it?
Screening takes plastic, timber and other contaminants out of good recycled aggregate, although small traces can remain. We can describe the usual quality of the product, so talk to us before ordering if appearance is important.
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Tell us what you need, where and when. Photos, data sheets or site plans help us price accurately – and we’ll get back to you with a competitive quote.
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