Asphalt Millings in Bellingham, MA

Looking for asphalt millings in Bellingham, MA? Ten Four Landscape Supply delivers asphalt millings across Bellingham from our yard at 26 Industrial Rd in Wrentham, and we also load pickups right at the yard. Bellingham sits at the western edge of our area, along Route 126 and Route 495. Even so, it is a regular stop, and Bellingham loads tend to be on the larger side.

Asphalt Millings delivery in Bellingham, MA

The Charles River and Silver Lake run through town, and many homes sit on generous lots with room for big projects. Because many Bellingham lots are large, orders for loam, mulch and stone often come in several yards at a time.

Bellingham orders for base material often go toward pool surrounds, paver patios and long driveways. For that reason, asphalt millings is a regular order in Bellingham. In short, our Screened Asphalt Millings is recycled asphalt that packs down hard for driveways and lots, and it is sold by the cubic yard.

Why Bellingham customers choose our asphalt millings

When roads are resurfaced, the old asphalt is ground up rather than thrown away. That ground material is called millings. We screen it so the pieces are a consistent size, which makes it easier to spread and compact.

The pieces still contain asphalt binder. So when they are compacted, especially on a warm day, they knit together into a firm surface. In fact, a well-rolled millings driveway looks a lot like old pavement from a distance.

Popular uses for asphalt millings in Bellingham

Homeowners and contractors in Bellingham put asphalt millings to work in many ways. Millings are a practical surface for areas that see vehicles:

• Long residential driveways
• Parking areas and turnarounds
• Farm lanes and access roads
• Equipment and trailer storage yards
• Base under a future paved driveway
• Pull-offs and shoulders along a drive

How much asphalt millings does a Bellingham project need?

First, measure the area in feet and multiply length by width. Then multiply by the depth in inches and divide by 324. The result is cubic yards, which is how we sell asphalt millings. Plan on 3 to 4 inches of asphalt millings, compacted, over a firm base. Soft or wet ground, on the other hand, may need more base first.

For example, a typical Bellingham job of about 1,200 square feet needs roughly 11 yards at 3 inches, or 15 yards at 4 inches. Still, round up by half a yard for edges and settling. Or call (774) 372-1050, and we will check the math before the truck is loaded.

Delivery or pickup for Bellingham, MA

We deliver asphalt millings in Bellingham, MA by truck, placing the pile where you want it. Most Bellingham driveways handle our trucks well. Still, tell us about gates, pools or septic areas near the drop spot so the driver can avoid them.

1. Book the load. Call or send a quote request with the amount of asphalt millings and your Bellingham address.
2. Pick the drop spot. Next, choose firm, open ground close to the work area, clear of wires and branches.
3. Protect the surface. Then lay a tarp or plywood on pavement, so cleanup takes minutes.
4. Meet the truck. Finally, the driver calls ahead and places the pile as close to your spot as the ground safely allows.

Picking up at the yard

For Bellingham customers, the yard is a short highway drive east, so contractors often pick up between jobs. As a rule, a full-size pickup carries about about 1 yard of this material safely. So check your payload rating, and bring a tarp for the ride back to Bellingham.

When to order asphalt millings in Bellingham

Base work goes best when the ground is dry and firm. So late spring through fall is the prime season in Bellingham. In addition, plan driveway and patio projects before the first hard frost, because compaction is difficult on frozen ground.

How to lay an asphalt millings driveway

1. Prep the base. Remove sod and soft soil, then grade the drive so water runs to the sides.
2. Spread evenly. Spread the millings about 2 inches at a time. Next, rake out any piles and fill low spots.
3. Compact well. Roll or plate-compact each layer. In fact, compaction is what turns loose millings into a hard surface.
4. Use the heat. Warm, sunny days help the binder soften and bond. So summer is the best time to install.
5. Maintain it. Finally, fill potholes with fresh millings and tamp them in whenever they appear.

Asphalt Millings in Bellingham, MA: FAQs

More for your Bellingham project

Driveway projects often use several materials. For example, three-quarter bluestone makes a drainage base, while three-eighths bluestone can edge the sides of the drive. So if your Bellingham project needs more than one material, see ¾″ Bluestone in Bellingham, ⅜″ Bluestone in Bellingham and Sand in Bellingham. As a result, one delivery can often cover the whole job.

We also deliver asphalt millings to nearby Franklin, Medway and Wrentham. For depth tips, coverage and product details, read the full Screened Asphalt Millings guide, or see every town we serve. For local background, Bellingham on Wikipedia is a good start.