Construction & Contractors Blog
Experienced contractors and DIY enthusiasts both know that matching the right product to the job is a critical step in achieving great results in any construction project. But the wide variety of available choices can lead to confusion during the material selection process of the project.
For example, contractors and homeowners who are planning a project that requires crushed stone may be unsure of which type to buy. Crushed stone is an aggregate product that is produced by running large pieces of limestone, granite, or other natural materials through a crushing process. Once crushed, the aggregate is screened, graded, and separated to create uniform products for a variety of uses, including cement, general fill, agricultural lime, and masonry sand.
Crusher run aggregate provides superior packability
In addition to specific sizes, the crushing process can be used to create a useful product called crusher run aggregate. Unlike uniform products, like agricultural lime or masonry sand, crusher run aggregate contains a mixture of sand, rock dust, and larger gravel and rocks.
The variety of textures gives crusher run aggregate a superior ability to create a firmer, more stable surface for a wide variety of construction projects. Unlike more uniform products, the mix of fine and coarse materials allows crusher run aggregate to better settle into low areas and crevices to add stability to areas that may be subject to stress from erosion or soil movement.
The use of crusher run aggregate can be especially helpful for homeowners and contractors who are building new driveways or working to firm up existing ones. Crusher run aggregate is also well-suited for creating a solid base where foundational support is needed for a large structure and when backfill is needed around sewer, utility, and water lines.
Crusher run aggregate adds stability to pavers
Installing pavers to form walkways, patios, driveways or other types of hardscape around homes and businesses is a great way to add beauty and usage value. Pavers can, however, experience movement in the months or years after installation that can cause them to look uneven and become difficult or unsafe for walking.
Homeowners and contractors who choose crusher run aggregate as their paver base material, instead of traditional sand, can help to limit unwanted movement. Additionally, the fine rock dust included in crusher run aggregate can be helpful in preventing grass and weed growth from occurring between the pavers in the years after installation.
To learn more about crusher run aggregate and other stone products, contact a reputable crushed stone supplier in your area.
Share26 February 2021
My name is Debbie Greenberg. I’m a single woman who owns her home, and like most homeowners I dread home repairs. I’m not very handy with do-it-yourself projects around the house. I can do a few minor repairs when necessary, but for the most part I have to call in a professional. Last year I had a leak in my roof. When it rained, water would leak into my kitchen. What appeared to be a simple fix turned out to be anything but simple. It took over four months to finally identify the problem, and double the money I was initially quoted to fix it. The problem ended up being that the flat part of my roof didn't have shingles, but a sheeting material. I learned a bit about home roofs along the way, and that is what I want to share with you.
