If you plan to schedule concrete delivery for a home improvement project, such as a new driveway, it’s important to prepare correctly. A few steps a day or two before delivery will avoid complications and ensure that the concrete doesn’t dry before the work is completed. Use the following tips to make sure your project goes smoothly.

How to Get Ready for Concrete Delivery

1. Access

Concrete mixer trucks are large vehicles that can be up to 35 feet long. Make sure there’s room for the truck to gain access and park next to the worksite, ideally on private land. You may need to ask some neighbors to move vehicles temporarily, and it’s polite to let others know about the disruption. If the truck can’t park adjacent to the site, the concrete will have to be pumped, which takes extra time and can lead to higher fees for the service.

2. Personnel 

Ideally, you’ll have multiple people working at the site, including someone to accept the concrete delivery. They will need the right equipment, such as a wheelbarrow, to move the concrete from the truck to the worksite. Others should be ready to start work at the site immediately to avoid delays, and everyone should be wearing protective gear like rubber gloves and boots.

3. Ground Preparation

Prepare the ground the day before your concrete delivery by moving debris like stones and tools, and level the area by compacting and dampening the earth. Use a line level to check the ground is flat. You’ll also need to set up a wooden barrier positioned around the edge of the pour site to shape the concrete. 

If you need reliable concrete delivery for your project, turn to Miller's Ready Mix Concrete & Block in Gloversville, NY. This local company has served the area for over 50 years, offering everything from aggregates and concrete blocks to retaining walls and pavers. They have various vehicles available for jobs of any size. Call (518) 661-5601 to place an order, or visit them online to learn more about their services.