Building projects need to be efficient to stay on budget and finish on time.
Two big challenges with concrete work are managing time and reducing waste.
At Express Concrete, we see how ready mix concrete transforms projects, making them faster
and less wasteful.
No More On-Site Mixing
Picture this: you need to pour a foundation. You buy cement, sand, and aggregate, then hire a mixer. By lunchtime, your back hurts, and you’ve only mixed enough for a quarter of the job. Sound familiar?
Ready mix concrete arrives at your site already mixed and ready to pour. You
save time on mixing and can focus on actually placing the concrete. What might take two days with on-site mixing can often be done in a single morning with ready mix.
One property developer told us: “We saved three weeks on our six-house development by using ready mix. Each week saved was worth about £4,000 to us.”
Better Timing Means Less Waste
Ready mixed concrete starts setting 30 to 60 minutes after mixing. Timing is critical when scheduling concrete deliveries because you need to place it before it hardens.
Professional suppliers watch the weather and adjust delivery times. This means your concrete arrives exactly when you need it, at the right temperature, ready to work with.
Ready mix also allows continuous pours. You can place large areas without stopping, which means no weak joints and better quality overall. Workers keep their rhythm without adjusting for different batches.
Less Labour Needed
Ready mix concrete needs fewer workers because:
- No manual mixing required
- Deliveries arrive exactly when scheduled
- Less coordination needed between team members
- Safer work environment with smaller crews
Your team can focus on placing and finishing the concrete instead of mixing it. This speeds up the work and reduces mistakes. Fewer workers also means lower insurance costs and less risk of injuries.
Ordering Exact Amounts Cuts Waste
One of the biggest benefits is ordering precise amounts. Traditional mixing often leads to over-ordering because you’re not sure how much you’ll need or batches don’t match up with your work pace.
Our experienced team can calculate exact requirements us
ing our concrete calculator. This often reduces waste by 15-25% compared to traditional methods.
The British Ready-Mixed Concrete Association says careful planning can cut waste by up to 25%. That’s good for your budget and the environment.
On-site mixing creates waste when weather interrupts work, you overestimate amounts, or materials get contaminated. Ready mix concrete avoids most of these problems. Any leftover concrete can often be returned to the plant for recycling. The Concrete Centre provides detailed guidance on waste reduction and concrete recycling as part of the UK construction industry’s commitment to sustainability.
Better Quality and Strength
Ready mix concrete is stronger than site-mixed concrete because:
- Water is measured precisely (too much weakens concrete)
- Aggregates are evenly distributed by industrial mixers
- Every batch is tested before delivery
Properly made ready mix concrete can be up to 40% stronger than site-mixed concrete. Each batch is consistent, which is important for structural strength and appearance.
Good for the Environment
Ready mix concrete helps the environment by:
- Using resources more efficiently
- Reducing waste from leftover materials
- Cutting down trips to builders’ merchants
- Producing about 25% less CO2 than site-mixed concrete
It also reduces noise and air pollution on your site because there’s no mixer running all day.
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Simple Tips for Success
To get the best results:
- Measure your area carefully and add 5-10% extra
- Use our concrete calculator for accurate amounts
- Make sure your formwork is ready before delivery
- Have your team prepared when concrete arrives
- Work quickly once it’s delivered
Our metered service means you only pay for what you use.
Why Choose Express Concrete
We’ve been supplying concrete across London since 1991. We’re QSRMC accredited, which means you can trust our quality standards.
We provide accurate batching, flexible delivery times, and technical support. Same-day delivery is available for urgent jobs.
Final Thoughts
Ready mix concrete saves time, reduces waste, costs less overall, and produces better results. By removing on-site mixing and providing precise timing and amounts, it makes construction more efficient.
Contact us today to discuss your project and see how we can help make your build faster and more cost-effective.
