Our limerock base meets FDOT specifications for base material. It is the same class of material specified for road and driveway bases across Florida.
Limerock Base Delivery in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Limerock base is the foundation South Florida builds on. Crushed Florida limestone that compacts into a hard, stable surface, it is the specified base for driveways, paver patios, parking pads, and slabs across Broward County. Our limerock base meets FDOT specifications, so it compacts tight and stays put through rainy season.
Limerock Base in Fort Lauderdale: the short answer
If your project needs a surface that packs down hard and carries weight, limerock base is the material. It is the standard base under pavers and concrete in Fort Lauderdale, and the go-to surface for driveways that need to stay firm under cars and trucks. If you need drainage instead of compaction, that is #57 stone.
Why limerock base fits Fort Lauderdale
Made for sandy South Florida soil
Native Fort Lauderdale soil is mostly sand, which shifts under load. A compacted limerock base spreads the weight and locks together, giving driveways and paver patios a foundation that does not rut or settle.
FDOT specification
Our limerock base meets Florida Department of Transportation specifications. That matters for permitted work and for any project where the base has to perform like engineered fill, not just crushed rock.
Rainy-season performance
Properly compacted limerock sheds water off the surface instead of turning to mud. Grade it with a slight crown so afternoon storms drain to the edges.
Limerock Base specifications
| Spec | Meets FDOT specifications |
|---|---|
| Type | Crushed Florida limestone base rock |
| Finished surface | Compacts rock-hard, sheds water when crowned |
| Common uses | Driveway base, paver base, parking pads, slab prep |
Common Fort Lauderdale projects for limerock base
- Driveway base and surface: Four to six inches of compacted limerock makes a driveway that handles daily cars and the occasional heavy truck without rutting.
- Base under pavers: The standard foundation for paver driveways and patios: compacted limerock, then an inch of bedding sand, then pavers.
- Parking pads: RV pads, boat pads, and extra parking beside the house. Limerock compacts hard enough for heavy loads.
- Shed and slab prep: A level, compacted pad under sheds, workshops, and small concrete slabs.
Limerock Base delivery in Fort Lauderdale
- Minimum order is 4 cubic yards, dumped where the truck can safely reach.
- For driveways, have the area cleared and roughly graded before the truck arrives so the base can be spread and compacted the same day.
- Gated community? Give us the gate procedure and any delivery window when you order.
- Call or text before 4:00 PM Eastern for same-day delivery.
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Questions about limerock base delivery in Fort Lauderdale
Four to six inches compacted is standard for residential driveways in Fort Lauderdale. Heavier use, like RV or boat parking, calls for six to eight inches. Compact in lifts and keep a slight crown for drainage.
Both compact hard. Limerock is the Florida standard and meets FDOT spec, which matters for permitted work. Crusher run is a good general alternative. For most Fort Lauderdale driveways and paver bases, limerock is the expected material.
Multiply length by width by depth in feet and divide by 27. A 40 by 12 foot driveway at 4 inches deep needs about 6 cubic yards. Order a little extra; it compacts down.
Same-day delivery is available when you call or text before 4:00 PM Eastern that day.
Ready when you are.
Call or text (561) 489-4948 for limerock base delivered to your site. Call before 4:00 PM Eastern for same-day delivery.