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Fresh Concrete Delivered Directly to Your Site Across North London & Hertfordshire
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Base Concrete
Ready Mix Concrete Services Across North London & Hertfordshire
Base Concrete is a trusted, family-run business delivering top-quality ready mix concrete across London, Hertfordshire and North London. Established in 2002, we have spent over two decades providing reliable concrete solutions to both trade customers and DIY homeowners throughout Hemel Hempstead, Watford, Welwyn, Stevenage and the wider North London area.
We deliver all our concrete using modern volumetric concrete lorries. These lorries carry all the raw materials separately and mix your concrete fresh on-site, right when you need it. This means you only pay for what you actually use, and you always receive concrete at its strongest and freshest. Whether you need a small amount for a garden shed base or a larger pour for a commercial foundation, our volumetric lorries can handle jobs of all sizes.
Our team will work through your measurements over the phone to help you work out exactly how much concrete you need. We take pride in leaving your site clean and tidy, something that sets us apart in our industry.
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Quality Ready Mix Concrete
Finding the Right Mix for Your Job
Concrete Grades Mixed On Site
We supply all the concrete grades listed below along with many other specialist mixes. If you need something different, just get in touch and we’ll find the right mix for your project.
Why Our Modern Mixing Method Works Better for You
Benefits of Volumetric Concrete Delivery
Choosing volumetric concrete delivery from Base Concrete gives you several important advantages over traditional methods.
Only Pay for What You Use
Our volumetric mixers carry up to 10 cubic metres of material and mix as they pour. This means you are only charged for the exact amount of concrete used on your project, with no waste and no overpaying for concrete you do not need.
Fresh, Strong Concrete Every Time
Because the concrete is mixed on-site rather than hours before at a distant plant, you receive it at maximum freshness and strength. Fresh concrete is easier to work with and cures to a stronger, more durable finish.
Flexible for Any Project Size
Whether you need just one cubic metre for a small domestic job or much larger quantities for commercial work, our volumetric lorries and mini mixer lorries can deliver precisely what you require without minimum order worries.
Change Mixes On-Site
If your project requires different concrete strengths for different areas, our volumetric mixers can adjust the mix without needing a separate delivery, saving you time and money.
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From Shed Bases to Structural Foundations
Ready Mix Concrete for Every Application
Our ready mix concrete is suitable for a wide range of projects across London and Hertfordshire.
For domestic concrete projects we regularly supply concrete for garden shed bases, patio foundations, driveway installations, garage floors, home extensions, and boundary wall footings. Our smaller lorries, which are the same size as a 6-yard skip lorry, are ideal when access to your property is limited.
For commercial concrete and trade customers, we provide concrete for larger foundations, industrial flooring, warehouse slabs, car parks, and structural applications. Our 8 cubic metre lorries and volumetric mixers carrying up to 10 cubic metres can handle bigger projects efficiently.
We also offer concrete pumping services when access is particularly difficult. Our line pumps can run pipes up to 100 metres along the ground, through houses, or up alleyways. For projects requiring concrete to be placed at height or over obstacles, our 24-metre boom pump offers a crane arm that can reach over walls and up to first floor levels.
READY MIX Concrete
Trusted Ready Mix Concrete Suppliers Since 2002
Why Choose Base Concrete?
When you choose Base Concrete for your ready mix concrete needs, you are choosing a company that genuinely cares about quality and customer service.
Family Business Values
As a family-run company based in Hemel Hempstead, we treat every customer with the care and attention that larger firms often cannot match. Our helpful and friendly staff are here to guide you through your project from start to finish.
Quality Assured
Every mix we supply comes from QSRMC accredited sources and conforms to British Standard BS8500-2. This means your concrete is regularly tested and certified to meet strict strength requirements.
Clean and Tidy Service
We pride ourselves on leaving your site as clean as we found it. Our operators take care to minimise mess and waste, which is not always standard practice in our industry.
Local Knowledge and Coverage
With over 20 years serving North London and Hertfordshire, we know the area well. We deliver throughout Hemel Hempstead, Watford, Welwyn, Stevenage, and across North London, with smaller lorries available for sites with tighter access.
How much ready mix concrete do I need?
Concrete is measured in cubic metres. To work out how much you need, multiply the length by width by depth of your pour area, all in metres. For example, a 3m x 3m patio at 100mm (0.1m) deep would need approximately 0.9 cubic metres. Common domestic mixes such as C20 concrete are suitable for most garden slabs, while C25 is often chosen for larger or more heavily loaded foundations. Our team can help you calculate quantities when you call, just have your measurements ready.
How long does concrete take to cure?
Concrete typically becomes hard enough to walk on within 24 to 48 hours under normal conditions. You can usually drive on a domestic driveway after about 7 days. However, concrete continues to strengthen over time and reaches its full design strength at around 28 days. We recommend keeping heavy loads off new concrete for as long as possible.
What is the difference between cement and concrete?
Many people use these terms as if they mean the same thing, but they are different. Cement is actually just one ingredient in concrete. It is the powder that, when mixed with water, binds everything together. Concrete is the finished product made from cement, water, sand, and aggregates like gravel or crushed stone.
Can you deliver small amounts of concrete?
Yes, this is one of the main benefits of our volumetric mixer service. Because we mix on-site, we can deliver exactly what you need, even small quantities for compact domestic projects. You only pay for what is poured, so there is no need to worry about being charged for a full lorry load when you only need a fraction of it.
What areas do you cover for ready mix concrete delivery?
We deliver throughout North London, Hertfordshire and surrounding areas including Hemel Hempstead, Watford, Welwyn, Stevenage, and beyond. If you are unsure whether we cover your location, please check our Supply Areas page or give us a call.
Answers to Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
We receive many questions from customers ordering ready mix concrete for the first time. You can also browse our full FAQ page for more answers. Here are some of the most common queries to help you plan your project with confidence.
Ready Mix Concrete
Quality ready mixed concrete batched at our plant and delivered direct to your site, ready to pour.
Domestic Concrete
Perfect for driveways, patios, foundations and garden projects. Small loads welcome with flexible delivery slots
Commercial Concrete
Large-scale concrete supply for construction sites, with pump hire available and scheduled deliveries to keep your project on track.
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We specialise in ready-mixed concrete for commercial and DIY customers alike, in all surrounding areas of North London.
Service Areas
Locations We Cover
We deliver to all the areas listed below and many more surrounding towns and villages. If you don’t see your location, just give us a call, and we’ll let you know if we can help.