Yes. Our limerock base meets FDOT specifications for base material, which is the standard referenced on permitted driveway, paver, and site work across Florida.
Limerock Base Delivery in Miami, FL
Limerock base is the foundation Miami builds on. Crushed Florida limestone that compacts into a hard, stable surface, it is the specified base for driveways, paver patios, parking areas, and slabs. Our limerock base meets FDOT specifications, so it performs like engineered fill, not just crushed rock.
Limerock Base in Miami: the short answer
When the project needs a base that packs down hard and carries weight, limerock base is the material. It is the standard under pavers and concrete in Miami-Dade, and the default surface for driveways and parking pads that have to stay firm. For drainage instead of compaction, use #57 stone.
Why limerock base fits Miami
FDOT specification
Our limerock base meets Florida Department of Transportation specifications. On permitted work and commercial jobs, that spec is often the requirement, not a nice-to-have.
Handles Miami-Dade ground conditions
Much of Miami sits on thin soil over limestone bedrock, with sandy fill on top. Compacted limerock bridges those inconsistencies and gives slabs, pavers, and driveways a uniform, stable platform.
Built for heavy use
From contractor yards in Doral to RV pads in Kendall, compacted limerock carries heavy loads without rutting. Grade with a slight crown so storm water runs off.
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 Miami projects for limerock base
- Driveways: Four to six inches compacted for residential driveways; six to eight for heavy vehicles and equipment.
- Base under pavers: The standard South Florida paver section: compacted limerock, bedding sand, pavers.
- Commercial pads and lots: Parking areas, storage yards, and equipment staging on a hard, dust-controlled surface.
- Slab and shed prep: Level, compacted pads under sheds, workshops, and small slabs.
Limerock Base delivery in Miami
- Minimum order is 4 cubic yards, dumped where the truck can safely reach.
- Jobsites need a clear staging area. Tell us about access, gates, and overhead wires when you order.
- 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 Miami
Length times width times depth in feet, divided by 27. A 50 by 12 foot driveway at 4 inches deep needs about 7 to 8 cubic yards. It compacts down, so order a little extra.
Yes. Many Miami properties run compacted limerock as the finished driveway surface. It packs tight, sheds water when crowned, and is easy to refresh with a new top layer every few years.
Limerock is the Florida standard and meets FDOT spec, which permitted work often requires. Recycled concrete base is a solid budget-friendly alternative for non-permitted pads and driveways.
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.