Buy Crushed Concrete in Troy, Michigan

When do you usually schedule crushed concrete work in Troy? The local climate gives you a clear window. About 135 days a year drop below freezing, so the ground is frozen or soft for much of the winter.

Spring through fall is the practical season for grading, compaction and base layers. That is when you can set a stable subgrade and get the most out of crushed concrete.

Crushed Concrete Sizes for Troy Jobs

For most base and fill jobs in Troy, contractors order the general Crushed Concrete. It compacts well and handles a range of applications. For more specific needs, choose one of the sized options below.

Choosing the Right Crushed Concrete for Your Troy Project

Match the project to the right crushed concrete size and depth. The table below shows common Troy applications and the recommended product.

Troy Climate and Soil Considerations for Crushed Concrete

Troy's climate affects how crushed concrete performs on a job. The ground freezes deep and long here, which means the base layer needs enough depth to resist frost heave. About 36 inches of snowfall each year means a surface that is not well compacted can get damaged by plowing. Hard freezes shape the calendar here, so base work is easier to get right from late spring through fall.

Soils mapped in the Troy area are commonly poorly drained. This can mean you need more base stone under the surface layer to keep water from softening the subgrade. The ground around Troy is in hydrologic group D, which takes water in very slowly, so most rain runs across the surface. That makes drainage and a deeper base more important here than elsewhere.

Estimating How Much Crushed Concrete You Need

Crushed concrete is sold by the ton. To estimate, measure the area in square feet and multiply by the depth in inches, then divide by 324 to get cubic yards. A cubic yard of crushed concrete weighs about 1.4 tons. Use our material calculators to get an exact figure for your Troy job.

Ordering Crushed Concrete Delivery from Gravel Monkey

Order crushed concrete online by the ton. At checkout you enter your ZIP code to see the delivered price. A dump truck brings the load to your address in Troy. Loads range from 1 to over 40 tons. Free delivery applies on qualifying orders. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 to get $50 off your first order.

The delivery date you choose at checkout must be at least 3 business days after the order date. You pick a window: morning (7 am to 12 pm) or afternoon (12 pm to 5 pm). A valid phone number is required to confirm. You get an email confirmation when you order, then a second email closer to the date with the scheduled window and a photo of the material being loaded. You approve that second email before the truck rolls.

You or someone you nominate must be at the site during the delivery window. The site needs a road width of at least 12 feet. If access is restricted, the crew unloads as close as they safely can. See our About Gravel Monkey page, read Customer reviews, and check the Delivery information for complete terms.

Other Materials for Your Troy Job

Pair crushed concrete with these materials for a complete job.

• Sand - blends with crushed concrete for leveling and backfill.
• Driveway Gravel - offers a finished top coat over a crushed concrete base for a clean look.
• Walkway Gravel - works as a decorative surface on top of a crushed concrete subbase.
• Crushed Stone - a natural alternative to recycled crushed concrete for base layers.
• Crushed Gravel - combines angular and rounded particles, useful where crushed concrete is not the right fit.
• Fill Dirt - fills deep voids before the crushed concrete base goes in for stable support.

Frequently Asked Questions About Crushed Concrete in Troy

When is the best time of year to order crushed concrete in Troy?

The best time is late spring through fall, when the ground is not frozen. Troy has about 135 days a year below freezing, so the work window opens after the frost leaves in spring.

Is Troy a wet enough area to worry about washout?

Yes. Troy gets about 34 inches of precipitation a year, and the soils are poorly drained. That means water sits on the surface more, so washout can happen if drainage is not addressed.

How is crushed concrete measured and sold?

Crushed concrete is sold by the ton. You calculate the volume in cubic yards and convert using a density of about 1.4 tons per cubic yard. Our material calculators can help estimate the amount you need.

Do you take orders from businesses as well as homeowners?

Yes. Gravel Monkey takes orders from contractors, landscapers, and homeowners alike. All orders are placed online and delivered by dump truck to the address in Troy.

Order Your Crushed Concrete for Delivery to Troy

For parking pads, driveway bases, and other base work, crushed concrete is a cost-effective choice. Order online today for delivery to your Troy address.

Gravel Monkey also delivers crushed concrete to these nearby areas:

• Clawson
• Birmingham
• Bloomfield Hills
• Royal Oak
• Rochester Hills
• Madison Heights
• Sterling Heights
• Berkley
• Beverly Hills
• Utica