What strength of concrete do I need?

Your engineer or plans will specify it. As a rough guide, 20 to 25 MPa is common for house foundations and slabs, and higher strengths are used for structural and commercial work.

Is there a minimum order?

Most plants have one, often around 1 to 3 m³, or charge a small-load fee below it. Suppliers show this in their quote.

Ready-mix concrete delivery in Cape Town

Ready-mix concrete is batched at a plant and delivered in a truck mixer, ready to pour. For anything more than a couple of cubic metres it's faster and more consistent than mixing on site.

What it’s used for

Floor slabs and surface beds
Strip and pad foundations
Driveways and large paved areas

How to order

Ordered by the cubic metre (m³) at a strength such as 20 or 25 MPa, and booked for a time slot. Mention access for the truck and whether you need a pump, and have your team ready when it arrives.

In the catalogue: Ready-mix concrete, Concrete screed.

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Questions

What strength of concrete do I need?: Your engineer or plans will specify it. As a rough guide, 20 to 25 MPa is common for house foundations and slabs, and higher strengths are used for structural and commercial work.
Is there a minimum order?: Most plants have one, often around 1 to 3 m³, or charge a small-load fee below it. Suppliers show this in their quote.

Ready-mix concrete by area

Cement