Buy Crushed Concrete in Beaverton, Michigan

Crushed concrete looks like crushed stone, but the two are not the same. Crushed concrete is recycled from old pavement and structures, which keeps the cost per ton lower. Both materials are angular and compact well, so the choice usually comes down to budget and whether recycled content matters for your project.

Beaverton gets about 34 inches of precipitation a year, which makes drainage planning important for any crushed concrete project you plan.

Crushed Concrete Sizes and What Each One Does

Each size of crushed concrete handles a different job. Picking the wrong size means more work, not less. The table below matches each product to its best use and its limit.

Which Crushed Concrete to Order for Projects in Beaverton

The table below matches the project type to the right material and depth. Use it as a starting point before you place your order.

How Beaverton's Climate Affects Your Crushed Concrete Job

Beaverton sees about 71 wet days a year, which makes scheduling delivery onto firm ground important. The truck needs a solid surface to dump into, and wet ground can turn a simple job into a mess.

About 164 days a year drop below 32F, and ground freezing here is deep and long. That changes when you can work and how deep the base layer needs to be. Snowfall runs about 53 inches a year, and plowing can damage a loose surface if the base is not deep enough. Ground that freezes deep moves as it thaws, which is why the base layer matters more here than the top layer.

Soils mapped in the Beaverton area are commonly somewhat poorly drained. The ground around Beaverton is in dual hydrologic group C/D. Where it is drained it takes water in slowly and sheds a fair amount across the surface. Where it is not drained, it takes water in very slowly, so most rain runs across the surface. Drainage and a deeper base matter more here than elsewhere, but it depends on the site rather than one condition applying everywhere.

Estimating How Much Crushed Concrete You Need

Crushed concrete is sold by the ton. The volume a ton covers depends on the depth of the layer and the size of the material you choose. Use the material calculators on our site to figure out the tonnage for your project dimensions.

Ordering Crushed Concrete from Gravel Monkey in Beaverton

Gravel Monkey delivers crushed concrete by the ton anywhere in Michigan. You order online, choose a delivery window at checkout, and a dump truck brings the material to your address. Loads range from 1 to 40-plus tons, and delivery is priced by ZIP at checkout.

Your delivery date must be at least 3 business days after the order date. You pick a morning window, 7 am to 12 pm, or an afternoon window, 12 pm to 5 pm. A valid phone number is required to confirm the delivery. You get an email confirmation when the order is placed, then a second email closer to the date with the scheduled window and a photo of the material being loaded. Delivery only goes ahead once you approve that second email. You or someone you nominate must be at the site during the delivery window.

New customers can use code FIRSTTIMER50 for $50 off a first order. Learn more about Gravel Monkey, read customer reviews, and check delivery information before you order.

Other Materials That Work with Crushed Concrete

Crushed concrete often pairs with other materials on the same job. Here are the options available in Beaverton.

• Driveway Gravel - Use it as a finished top layer over a compacted crushed concrete base.
• Sand - Use it as a leveling bed under pavers or a concrete slab.
• Walkway Gravel - A decorative surface layer that works well over a crushed concrete base.
• Crushed Stone - A quarried alternative where recycled content is not right for the job.
• Crushed Gravel - Another compactable base material with a different look than crushed concrete.
• Fill Dirt - Place it below the base layer to raise grade before crushed concrete goes down.

Frequently Asked Questions About Crushed Concrete in Beaverton

Does the ground in Beaverton freeze hard enough to change when I should order?

Yes. About 164 days a year drop below 32F, and the ground freezing here is deep and long. That affects when you can work and how deep the base layer needs to be. Order early in the season so the material is placed and compacted before the ground freezes.

Is Beaverton wet enough that drainage should drive the choice?

Yes. Beaverton gets about 34 inches of precipitation a year, with about 71 wet days. Soils in the area are commonly somewhat poorly drained, which means drainage matters more than it would in drier regions. A deeper base layer of crushed concrete helps manage water movement.

Is crushed concrete as good as crushed stone for a base?

Crushed concrete is a solid base material and costs less per ton than crushed stone. Both are angular and compact well. For most residential driveways and pads, crushed concrete performs the same way crushed stone does.

How deep should the layer be for a job that carries vehicles?

For a driveway or parking pad that carries vehicles, a 4 to 6 inch compacted layer of 3/4 Crushed Concrete is the standard starting point. Heavier loads or soft ground call for 6 to 8 inches of 1 to 1 1/2 inch material. The right depth depends on the soil and the weight the surface will carry.

Ready to Order Crushed Concrete in Beaverton?

Crushed concrete is sold by the ton, and the right tonnage depends on your project area and depth. Use the calculator to find your number, then order from Gravel Monkey in Beaverton with a delivery date that works for you.

We also deliver crushed concrete to these nearby locations.

• Gladwin
• Coleman
• Clare
• Harrison
• Midland
• Mount Pleasant
• Pinconning
• Shepherd
• Standish
• Auburn