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FAQs

Mini-Mix Concrete

Have a concrete-related question? Mini-Mix Concrete has the answer. Check out these FAQs and give us a call today for more information!

  • How much area does one yard of concrete cover?

    • 80 square feet at a depth of 4"
    • 65 square feet at a depth of 5"
    • 54 square feet at a depth of 6"
    • 93 square feet at a depth of 3.5"
    • 108 square feet at a depth of 3"
  • How much does one yard of concrete weigh?

    A single yard of concrete weighs roughly two tons (4,000 lbs.)

  • What is the standby time to unload the concrete?

    You are given 10 minutes per yard to unload the concrete. Any time after that is $2 per minute. 

  • How many wheelbarrows does one yard of concrete fill?

    Depending on the size of the wheelbarrow and how full you fill it, one yard generally fills 9 to 10 wheelbarrows.

  • How long does it take for the concrete to set up?

    It all depends on the day's temperature. In hot weather, the concrete sets up more quickly, usually in a few hours. In colder weather, it can take up to 12 to 24 hours to set up. Hot water and additives may help this time.


    Concrete is cured (full strength) in 28 days. For more information, please refer to the "curing" section in our homeowner tips .

  • How big is the concrete truck?

    Our concrete truck is 10 feet wide at the mirrors, about 8 feet wide in the back, and 12.5 feet tall. When fully loaded they weigh 54,000 pounds. 

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