Crushed Concrete ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Lancaster address and unloads right where you point.
Crushed concrete is often confused with crushed stone. Both are angular and compact well, but crushed concrete is recycled from old pavement and costs less per ton. It suits many of the same jobs, from driveways to temporary access roads.
Lancaster gets about 49 inches of precipitation a year. That makes drainage and washout planning important for any aggregate surface. Crushed concrete handles that well when compacted, and the recycled material is a sensible choice for budget-minded contractors and homeowners alike.
Not every crushed concrete size fits every job. The wrong size can settle poorly or leave gaps that trap water. The table below lists the sizes Gravel Monkey offers and what each is best used for.
| Product | Best use | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Crushed Concrete | General recycled base material | Good all-around choice for a compacted subbase. |
| 3/8" Crushed Concrete | Fine top dressing and leveling | Small enough for walkways and final grade work. |
| 3/4" Crushed Concrete | The standard compacting base size | Most versatile for driveways, parking areas, and pads. |
| 1"-1 1/2" Crushed Concrete | Heavy base under drives and pads | Larger stone for greater load-bearing capacity. |
| 2"-3" Crushed Concrete | Deep fill and mud control | Used for soft ground stabilization and thick fills. |
The table below matches common project types with the recommended crushed concrete size and depth. Use it as a starting point before checking tonnage with the calculator.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| Temporary site access | 2"-3" Crushed Concrete | 12 to 18 inches for stability over soft ground. |
| Driveway base on a budget | 3/4" Crushed Concrete | 4 to 6 inches compacted, then a top layer if desired. |
| Grade raising under a slab | 1"-1 1/2" Crushed Concrete | 6 to 8 inches, compacted in lifts. |
| Backfill behind a wall | Crushed Concrete (general) | Drainable fill, compacted every 12 inches. |
| Parking pad | 3/4" Crushed Concrete | 4 inches compacted over a geotextile base. |
Lancaster has about 78 wet days a year where at least a tenth of an inch of rain falls. That affects when you can schedule a delivery onto firm ground: the truck needs a stable surface to unload without rutting. Hard freeze is less of a concern here because ground freezing is not a significant factor, so the base depth you need stays standard. Without a hard freeze to lift the surface, drainage and washout are what decide how long the material lasts.
About 8 inches of snow falls annually, which can cause plowing damage to a loose surface. Compact the crushed concrete well before winter, and consider a top dressing of finer material if you will plow. Lancaster County permitted about 127 single-family homes in 2024, so new construction sites frequently need crushed concrete for temporary drives and base layers. Soils mapped in the area are commonly well drained, which can reduce the amount of base stone needed under the surface layer. The ground around Lancaster takes water in at a moderate rate, so standard base depth is usually enough.
Estimating tonnage depends on the area and depth of the project. Use the Gravel Monkey material calculators to find the right amount. Enter the square footage and desired depth, and the calculator returns the total tons needed for your Lancaster delivery.
Buying crushed concrete by the ton is straightforward. Order online, and delivery pricing is calculated by ZIP code at checkout. You choose a delivery window: morning 7 am to 12 pm, or afternoon 12 pm to 5 pm. The lead time is at least 3 business days, and the delivery date is set during checkout. Loads range from 1 to 40+ tons, and free delivery is available on qualifying orders. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 to get $50 off your first order.
You will receive 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. Someone must be present at the site during the delivery window. For more details, visit the About Gravel Monkey, Customer reviews, and Delivery information pages.
Crushed concrete pairs well with these materials for complete site work or as an alternative surface layer.
Winter weather can affect ground conditions, but delivery scheduling remains flexible. Lancaster has about 77 freezing days per year, and while the ground may be firm, you can choose a delivery window that suits the forecast. The 3-business-day lead time and the approval of the second confirmation email still apply.
No, because ground freezing is not a significant factor in Lancaster, the base depth and material choice stay the same year-round. The standard recommendations for crushed concrete sizes and depths are sufficient regardless of the season. Your project requirements, not the freeze season, determine the right product.
After you place your order online, you choose a delivery window at checkout: morning or afternoon. You will receive an email confirmation immediately, then a second email closer to the delivery date with the scheduled window and a photo of the load. You must approve that second email for the delivery to proceed. Someone must be available at the site during the selected window.
The 3/4" Crushed Concrete is the standard compacting base size and is used for most driveways, parking pads, and general base layers. It compacts well and provides a stable surface at a moderate depth. For heavier loads or deeper fill, the 1"-1 1/2" size is often chosen instead.
Whether you need a base for a new driveway or a stable pad for parking, crushed concrete delivered by the ton is a practical solution. Visit the Lancaster page to see all available materials and start your order.
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