There’s no better time to tackle a landscaping project than when the weather is on your side. Whether you’re creating a new driveway or completely redesigning your garden; summer is often when those long-thought-out plans can finally become reality.
Whilst it’s easy to get excited about choosing paving slabs or garden furniture; it’s what’s underneath that often determines how successful the finished project will be. Selecting the right aggregate is an important part of creating a stable, long-lasting landscape. At the same time, it’s equally important to think about what needs to come out before the new materials can go in.
At Morley Skips we support landscaping projects across Essex and Suffolk with waste removal services and a range of aggregates for domestic and commercial customers. Here’s a closer look at the different materials available and how planning both deliveries and waste removal together can help your project to run more smoothly.
Every landscaping project begins with making space or it’s not long before people realise just how much waste a landscaping project creates. Old paving, broken concrete, worn-out decking, unwanted flower beds and piles of soil all need to be cleared before work on the new design can begin.
Planning waste removal before the first shovel goes into the ground can help to keep your home organised throughout the build. Rather than working around growing piles of rubble or making repeated journeys to the tip, waste can be removed as the project progresses; leaving more room to work safely and efficiently. Whether that’s through skip bags, skip hire, grab hire or even a RORO; clearing the area properly is often the first step towards achieving the finished result.
Once the old materials have been removed, it’s time to start building back up. Choosing the right aggregates will depend entirely on what you’re creating; as different materials are suited to different stages of the project.
Topsoil
If your plans include laying turf or preparing planting areas then quality topsoil provides the finishing layer needed to support healthy growth and create a tidy appearance.
Sand
Sand is commonly used during paving projects as it helps to create an even surface before laying paving stones on top.
Gravel
Gravel is still a popular choice for decorative areas, paths, driveways and locations where drainage is important. At Morley Skips we offer a range of grades, depending on your requirements.
Limestone
Limestone is often chosen where a durable aggregate is required as the base part of a project.
6F5 Aggregate
For projects requiring a strong sub-base, 6F5 aggregate provides a reliable foundation beneath driveways, patios and other hard landscaped areas. At Morley Skips we proudly manufacture our own recycled 65F which adheres to WRAP protocols and all British Standards.
Lean Mix
Lean mix concrete can be used to create a stable base for non-structural projects, such as creating a level surface before the next stage of landscaping begins.
Road Planings
Road planings are often used as a cost-effective aggregate for pathways and driveways as they provide a strong, weather-resistant surface.
It’s surprisingly common for people to spend weeks deciding what they need delivered without giving much thought to everything that needs removing first. For example, a new patio might require several tonnes of aggregates but it could also involve lifting several tonnes of old concrete beforehand. Similarly, a fresh lawn starts with removing old turf whilst a new retaining wall often begins with excavated soil.
Thinking about both sides of the project together can help to avoid delays or simply avoid getting overwhelmed by piles of waste. By arranging removal before your new materials arrive, you’ll not only keep the site clear; you can also avoid storing new deliveries around piles of old rubble.
One of the advantages of working with Morley Skips is that we can support different stages of the same project. For many domestic landscaping jobs, skip bags and skip hire provide a straightforward way of removing old paving, timber, soil and general garden waste as work progresses.
Where larger quantities of loose material need to be removed quickly, grab hire can often be the more efficient option. With the ability to collect materials directly using the 10-meter grab arm, it’s particularly useful for heavier waste such as soil and rubble.
Larger projects may benefit from Roll On Roll Off (RORO) containers due to their increased; helpful for projects that will generate waste over a longer period.
As work moves into the construction phase, aggregates can then be delivered directly to site, keeping the project moving without the need to coordinate multiple suppliers.
Longer days and drier weather make summer one of the busiest times of year for landscaping projects. It’s also one of the busiest periods for waste removal and material deliveries, so booking ahead is always worthwhile. By organising your skip, RORO, grab hire or aggregate delivery before work begins, you’ll be able to concentrate on the project itself rather than trying to arrange logistics once the garden has already been dug up.
For more than 25 years, Morley Skips has supported homeowners, landscapers, builders and businesses of all sizes across Essex and Suffolk. Whether you’re clearing an old patio or completely redesigning a garden, our friendly team can help you to choose the most practical waste removal solution and also advise on which aggregates will be suitable for your project.
To discuss your landscaping plans or to find out more, give our friendly team a call on 01621 815 287, or book your skip hire here.
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