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The Need For Quality Floor Screed

Thursday, May 2nd, 2013

The ‘quality of a finish’ is arguably of one the most important things to consider upon completion of a project. The attention to details can make all the difference, none so more so than when you’re completing a brand new floor. What you need is quality floor screed and that is where we at Base Concrete come in.

As the leading name for high quality ready mix concrete and floor screed in Watford, Hemel Hempstead as well as the surrounding areas, we are the only place to look. Our experience and expertise in supplying and delivering high quality products for your projects will only enhance your build.

Create The Best Floor Finish

Floor screed is integral in achieving a smooth, flat and functional floor. The versatility of screed means that it can be layered on top of both insulation and under floor heating systems, allowing you to create the perfect finish to you customer’s floor, whatever the function.

Our variety of mixes is complimented with competitive and attractive prices that really do offer unmatchable value for money. Our small and larger trucks can deliver your specific quantity to your site and can accommodate for smaller, less accessible sites.

Screed Services Tailored To You

We are much more than a simple ready mix supplier. We devise a service that is bespoke to you and you needs. Whether for domestic or commercial use, our team of ready mix and screed experts are on hand to offer any help and advice where needed and are more than happy to answer any questions and queries you may have.

Our close relationship with developers, architects, contractors and construction companies throughout the areas of Watford, Luton and High Wycombe only fills our customers will confidence in both our products and services.

For more information on our prices, products and bespoke service, be sure to give one of our team a call on 01442 389 105.

How Can A Concrete Pump Enhance Your Projects?

Sunday, March 31st, 2013

With the winter months behind us, many customers, tradesmen and DIY enthusiasts will be looking at making those building and structural improvements. With a lot to plan, work out and implement one thing that you needn’t worry about is where to get your concrete from.

Here at Base Concrete, we continue to be the first word on many people’s lips when it comes to ready mix concrete and floor screed services. Serving both the commercial and domestic sectors, we operate our reputable services within a 15 mile radius of Hemel Hempstead, including Watford, Luton and the surrounding areas.

Concrete Pumping For You

When it comes to smaller, more compact builds such as home extensions and new structural builds on small sites, one thing that many people struggle with is the delivery and application of their concrete. Luckily, we have developed some of the most practical and efficient concrete pumping services meaning you can have your ready mix concrete delivered exactly where you want it.

We have a fleet of lorries that are ideal for sites with tight and restricted access that can pump your ready mix concrete or screed directly onto your desired area. With loads starting at 0.5 m3 up to 4.5 m3, we can provide you with exactly the right amount you need.

Designed With You In Mind

Our teams take the time to understand your specific requirements and are on hand to offer their expert advice and guidance should you need it. Our concrete pumping service will not only save you time and effort, but also ensure that none of your precious concrete or floor screed is needlessly spilt.

We really do offer a unique and tailored concrete supply and pumping service that will ensure that your build is only enhanced. For more information on our services, be sure to fill out our online contact form or call us on 01442 389 105.

Concrete Pumps For Your 2013 Projects

Friday, March 1st, 2013

Here at Base Concrete, we pride ourselves not only on the high quality of our ready mix concrete, but also on the fact that our services are tailored to the individual needs of our customers. Whatever the scale and magnitude of your build, you can rely on our skill and expertise to supply your concrete solutions.

Whether you’re in need of specific ready mix concrete custom to your job, or in need of floor screed for both DIY and trade customers, we will take all things into account to ensure that your receive the best concrete and service for your project.

Concrete Experts

Operating over a 15 mile radius of Hemel Hempstead, our independent and well-established concrete services have seen us become the first choice for many compared to larger concrete companies. One of the reasons for this is our ability to supply concrete where access is difficult, space is restricted and time is of the essence.

Our concrete pumps ensure that your ready mix concrete and screed can be placed exactly where it is needed, saving time and labour. Our smaller, more agile trucks are able to position themselves in places other larger trucks may have difficulty.

Concrete Pumping Specialists

Once in place, our concrete pumps can be quickly and easily set up to deliver your concrete in the cleanest most effective and most efficient way possible. This removes the need for wheelbarrows and dumpers and also saves the arms and physique of your workman.

Our own static line pump carries 70 m of line, meaning we can easily deliver your concrete through houses or up alleyways where appropriate. Fittingly however, we supply concrete pumps in a range of sizes including 16m, 24m and 34m sizes meaning we can supply you with the right pump for the right job.

For more information on our concrete pumping services or our concrete services in general, be sure to give us a call our experts a call on 01442 389 105.

Supplying Concrete For Your Projects This 2013

Sunday, February 10th, 2013

If you work in the construction trade, you will be aware of the inconvenience and delay that a missed or interrupted schedule can bring to on-site production. So why not erase the chances of this happening, by ensuring that your concrete and screed is of the highest quality and delivered to your site when you need it.

This is where Base Concrete comes in. As established and reputable concrete specialists, it is no surprise that we are the first choice for many when it comes to providing their concrete and screed problems.

Your Concrete Is Our Concern

We deliver our range of high quality ready mix concrete to a 15 mile radius of Hemel Hempstead. This only highlights our commitment to serving our customers, regardless of their location providing them with only the best concrete around.

Whilst construction is often associated with large scale development, we pride ourselves on supplying a service where access to your site may not be easy for larger vehicles. Our smaller lorries are able to deliver your concrete where other, larger vehicles may have trouble. Our concrete pumping service ensures that your concrete can be dispatched in those hard to reach areas.

Not Job Too Big Or Small

What sets us apart from other companies is our adaptability to tailor our services to the needs of our clients. Whether you are working on a large, full-scale construction site, developing domestic construction or are a DIY Veteran, we will take into account the size and scale of your project and offer our honest and professional advice.

Different mixes have different purposes, which is why it is imperative to ensure you have the right ready mix for the right job. Our experienced and knowledgeable staff are on hand to answer any questions or queries that you may have.

From concrete amounts, to our specialist products, to our tailored delivery services; we, here at Base Concrete are more than happy to help. Be sure to check out our website today.

Let Base Concrete Help This New Year

Tuesday, February 5th, 2013

With the New Year well and truly underway, if you work in the construction industry then your thoughts will already be turned to what 2013 has in store. With a whole host of new projects in the pipeline, the last thing you need is any complications.

Luckily, Base Concrete are here to ensure that your concrete and screed requirements are met and will not hinder your schedule. Whether you work for a construction company, are a self-employed tradesman or are simply trying your hand at some DIY, we will be able to provide your required mix as well as deliver it on-site when you need it.

Ready Mixed & Delivery

We are proud to boast an array of quality ready mix concretes that are required to carry out a number of purposes. Our expertise and experience in the makeup of concrete as well as the most effective and efficient methods to deliver it to your site, only highlights our commitment to providing a quality service.

Regardless of the size and stature of your project, our commitment to tailoring our services to your specific needs is unmatched. With a fleet of lorries and delivery procedures at our disposal, including concrete pumps for when access is an issue, the mix and delivery of your concrete will be the least of your concerns.

Concrete Tailored To You

But our services don’t stop there. We understand that judging the amount of concrete or screed you may need for your project can be challenging. Use our online calculator to calculate your load for free. Or if you have any other questions regarding our services, our products or are simply enquiring, our team of dedicated and experienced experts are on hand to answer your questions.

Be sure to check out our website and ensure that your projects run smoothly this 2013 by acquiring the services of us here at Base Concrete.

Which Type of Concrete Mix Do I Need?

Friday, December 7th, 2012

When it comes to concrete, unless you’re a professional it may all seem a bit confusing. You might not have even known just how many types of concrete mix there was available and trying to work out which type you need can seem like a nightmare! But don’t worry, here are some helpful hints to help you choose the best concrete for your application whether you’re laying a new driveway to a new stable floor: (more…)

Why Choose Ready Mix Concrete?

Wednesday, September 5th, 2012

Concrete is a highly versatile and durable material that has a vast array of applications and here at Base Concrete we are the experts. Our years of experience and wealth of knowledge means that we are able to offer an impressive range of screed and ready mixed concrete in Watford to ensure that you receive a concrete that meets all of your needs and requirements.

So why should you choose ready mixed concrete?

When it comes to concrete it’s certainly not a case of ‘one size fits all’; our different types of concrete have a range of properties that make them suitable for very different purposes. Here are a few examples of our concrete mixes and their ideal applications:
-    Gen 1 Mix: This is designed to be a basic foundation concrete to be used in footings (minimum cement content of 175kg/pm3)
-    P300 Mix: This concrete is more suited for garage flooring or driveways (minimum cement content of 300kg/m)
-    FND2 CLASS 2: If you wish to lay your concrete on clay or if you have sulphate soils then this sulphate resistant concrete is the best choice (minimum cement content 330kg/pm3)
-    C35 Mix: As a stronger concrete this is a good choice for driveways or roads that experience frequent traffic from heavy vehicles. Thanks to its strength, it is also recommended for agricultural uses as over a period of time, animal urine can damage and weaken concrete (minimum cement content 300 kg/pm3)
-    C40 Mix: This is one of the strongest concrete available and as a result, is recommended for uses in farmyards and stables (minimum cement concrete 340 kg/m)

Here at Base Concrete we pride ourselves on the outstanding customer service that we offer; you will always receive an efficient and reliable service and our friendly, knowledgeable team members are more than happy to talk you through your options and suggest a solution that’s right for you. Why not contact us today to see how we can help you? If you’d like any additional information about our range of screed and ready mix concrete, don’t hesitate to visit our website.

Solid Reasons Why You Should Choose Base Concrete

Monday, August 6th, 2012

Are you in need of concrete in St Albans or surrounding areas? Do you need large quantities of ready-mix concrete or do you need a specialist mix for a specific application? Whatever you need you’ll find that we at Base Concrete are able to help you. We offer a range of services all designed to meet the varying needs of our clients – to unearth the reasons behind our success, read on as we let you in on our poorly kept secrets.

Supply

We supply any type of ready mixed concrete – yes, you’ve read correctly. We appreciate that concrete needs to be made to an exact formulae in order to meets it proposed application. Therefore, to successfully supply you with ready-mix concrete which meets your requirements, we make them to demand.

We can even advise you on the type of ready-mix concrete which would best accommodate your use by utilising our years of experience and industry knowledge.

Deliver

While we make ready-mix concrete to order we also deliver it, because we believe in providing the complete package. Therefore, after you have told us the ready-mix concrete you need you can then tell us the time and date you require the concrete to be delivered. This is perfect for construction sites which rely on a tight schedule, as we can deliver the ready-mix concrete as and when you require it.

Other Services

Alongside the supply and delivery of ready mix concrete we at Base Concrete also supply and deliver floor screed. The range and tailored services we provide means that we have established a reputation as one of the most reliable and trustworthy places to go to.

If you would like to learn more about our first class services be sure to get in touch by calling us today on 07812 182 778 or click here to fill in an online contact form and a member of our team will be in contact shortly.

Quality yet Reliable Screed Flooring in Hemel Hempstead

Thursday, July 5th, 2012

If you live in Hemel Hempstead or any of the surrounding areas and are updating your flooring or are a builders setting about laying the final foundations in a new build property, then you will want to make sure that the surface laid is as smooth, flat and of the highest quality available. The answer to your needs is what we offer here at Base Concrete, because we provide floor screeds Hemel Hempstead that offer all of the features mentioned above and even more.

Screed: The Only Choice for your Floor

Opposed to other aspects of a property, your floor will require something different in that needs to be as smooth, straight and level as possible to ensure that whatever is laid on top of it not only looks like it should, but doesn’t create any problems in the future.

In addition to this, floor screed also has the aesthetics to become a standalone flooring London solution, not even requiring wood flooring, carpet or anything else to be placed on top of it – becoming essential for areas such as garages or even patios because its strength and high levels of resistance.

Withholding a high level of knowledge and experience in all things concrete and screed, we at Base concrete can provide you with exactly what you require, offering this high quality screed in a wide variety of mixes (which will be drawn upon depending on what you need it for) which are all available at highly competitive prices.

Not only is our floor screed of a high quality and can be depended on throughout the year and in its every use, but also brings with it the benefit of being able to be layered on top of insulation and under floor heating – making floor screed the smartest and most versatile choice if you are looking for a floor covering. Simply contact the team at Base Concrete today.

Disclaimer of Endorsement: Reference herein to any specific commercial products, process, or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise, does not necessarily constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation, or favouring by Base Concrete. The views and opinions of authors expressed herein do not necessarily state or reflect those of Base Concrete, and shall not be used for advertising or product endorsement purposes.

What is Concrete Pumping?

Tuesday, June 12th, 2012

Whatever the size or specification of your building project, concrete is likely to be high on your list of required materials. Concrete pumping Watford is a simple and straightforward way to have concrete added to any area, and Base Concrete specialise in offering this convenient service to customers throughout the local area. When you are looking to save time and effort on site, then investing in concrete pumping could be the ideal solution.

Forget heavy loads of concrete being transported by wheelbarrow or dumper; concrete pumping removes the need for manual labour by directing the required concrete to the area where it is needed. Concrete pumps offer the cleanest and easiest way to supply your site with concrete, and Base Concrete can supply a range of different pumps to match a variety of requirements. Quick delivery of concrete can be completed by our 16m, 24m or 34m pumps, but speed isn’t the only advantage of choosing concrete pumping Watford over other methods of concrete delivery. A few of the other benefits of this service include;

• Cost-effective: Concrete pumping means that you can save both time and money, as it becomes much easier to transport concrete without relying on wheelbarrows and costly manual labour.

• Less Wastage: By supplying only the concrete that you require for your project, pumping can cut down on wastage and reduce the expense of ordering concrete which you simply do not need.

• Quick and Efficient: If your site is within a 15 mile radius of our Hemel Hempstead base, we can deliver to you. This means that you will never have to wait too long to receive the concrete that you need for any project, and our reliable delivery service can help to keep your build on schedule.

Unlike some concrete companies, Base Concrete are happy to provide our services for both small and large projects alike – whether you want concrete as a foundation for industrial flooring or are embarking on a more adventurous build. However much concrete you require, and whether you are looking for concrete pumping or a conventional delivery, get in touch with our team today to arrange concrete for your next project.

Disclaimer of Endorsement: Reference herein to any specific commercial products, process, or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise, does not necessarily constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation, or favouring by Base Concrete. The views and opinions of authors expressed herein do not necessarily state or reflect those of Base Concrete, and shall not be used for advertising or product endorsement purposes.

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