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groundworks and surfacing planning for the back of shop

Fixing the muddy back area with stone, gravel, or concrete

Office Audio · 2026-08-04 15:15:51 to 2026-08-04 15:23:34

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Summary

The speakers plan how to fix the muddy back yard/back of the shop area using stone, gravel, ballast, concrete, or resin. They discuss costs of gravel (about £60 per ton), hiring a roller/compactor for around £10-15 a day, buying one for £180-200, quotes for concrete/resin work, and using waste material from motorway construction. They also consider proper base preparation to avoid water pooling.

Facts

  • Gravel can cost about £60 per ton; one person got 850kg for £60
  • Hiring a compactor/roller costs around £10-15 per day
  • Buying a plate compactor costs about £180-200
  • Ready mix concrete with labour might cost £200-250 per day
  • Resin work quotes around £180 per square metre

Tasks

  • Hire a plate compactor/roller for a day
  • Get quotes for resin or concrete work
  • Damoon to inspect the gravel/site

Issues

  • Muddy area at the back of the shop
  • Water pooling if base is not prepared properly
  • Cost of proper concrete versus temporary stone
  • Need to decide between crushed and uncrushed material