Concrete Supply in Fresno: Ready Mix, Sand & Aggregate Explained
"Concrete supply" means different things depending on your project. In our decades supplying Fresno contractors and homeowners, we've learned most confusion comes from mixing up the components. Here's a plain-English breakdown of ready mix, sand, and aggregate — and how to order the right amount.
Ready mix vs. mixing your own
For driveways, slabs, and footings, most people order ready mix or a pre-blended concrete mix. For small repairs, mixing your own from sand, aggregate, and cement can make sense. The break-even is usually around a few cubic yards — past that, a delivered mix saves time and gives a more consistent result. See our concrete materials for available blends.
The role of sand
Concrete sand is the fine aggregate that fills voids between larger stone and gives the mix workability. All-purpose sand and beach sand serve different jobs — concrete sand is coarser and graded specifically for structural mixes. Using the wrong sand weakens the pour.
Aggregate: the backbone of the mix
Aggregate (the rock in concrete) provides strength and volume. Common Fresno choices include 3/8" and 1" concrete mix aggregate. Larger aggregate is stronger and cheaper per yard but harder to place in thin or detailed pours.
How much do I need?
Concrete is ordered by the cubic yard. A 10' x 10' slab at 4" thick needs about 1.24 cubic yards — round up to allow for spillage and uneven subgrade. When in doubt, our yard staff will run the numbers with you.
Delivery and self-haul
We deliver aggregate and sand throughout Fresno, Clovis, Madera, Sanger, and Selma, or you can self-haul with a dump trailer rental to save on freight.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I get concrete supply near me in Fresno?
American Rock & Rent supplies concrete aggregate, sand, and mixes across the Fresno area with delivery and pickup.
What sand is used for concrete?
Concrete sand — a coarse, graded fine aggregate — is used for structural concrete, not play or beach sand.
How much concrete do I need for a slab?
Multiply length x width x thickness (in feet) and divide by 27 to get cubic yards. A 10x10 slab at 4" is about 1.24 yards.