Frequently Asked Questions

Straight Answers. From People Who Know the Work.

After decades of working with homeowners, contractors, and municipalities, we’ve learned that clear answers make projects run smoother.

This FAQ page shares straightforward answers to common questions about our materials, delivery, pricing, and project expectations. And if you need more detail or don’t see your question here, our team is always available to help.

What is the difference between Sand, Gravel and Limestone?

Crushed stone is produced from natural deposits of limestone or other bedrock found in certain areas in Ontario. Through the process of drilling, blasting, crushing and screening, the various sizes of crushed stone are produced. We have crushed stone aggregates located throughout Lanark and Leeds & Grenville Counties.
Sand and gravel is extracted from naturally occurring deposits consisting of rounded rocks and boulders mixed with sand. Like crushed stone; sand and gravel also goes through the process of crushing and screening. We have sand & gravel located throughout Lanark and Leeds & Grenville Counties

Do you have white stone?

We do not sell white stone.

What is 50/50 and 90/10

50/50 is a 50% mixture of crushed asphalt and 50% of 5/8’s limestone. 90/10 is 90% crushed asphalt with 10% of 5/8’s limestone. These are great products for driveways and parking lots. However, this product works best when applied in hot weather and is graded and compacted heavily.

What is the difference between a triaxle and a tandem dump truck?

Our tandems hold approximately 16 tonne of stone and our Tri-axles hold approximately 22 tonne.

Do you have a stone slinger?

Yes, we have a stone slinger that can be rented by the hour.

Do you rent equipment like Bulldozers, excavators, backhoe, packer, grader, dump trucks, float services?

Yes, we have a full fleet of equipment that can be rented by the hour. We do not rent equipment without an operator.

How do you change yards to tonnes?

A cubic yard is a measurement by volume, or most simply put, a measurement by size. A tonne is a measurement by weight. A cubic yard of material has a conversion factor (unit weight) so a cubic yard can be converted to a tonne or vice versa. The following is a rough conversion by product.

1 Cubic Yard of Sand weighs approximately 1.3 tonnes

1 Cubic Yard of Gravel weighs approximately 1.4 tonnes depending on moisture content

1 Cubic Yard of Limestone weighs approximately 1.5 tonnes

1 Cubic Yard of Top Soil weighs approximately 1.30 tonnes depending on moisture content.

How far will you deliver material?

We can cover most of Eastern Ontario depending on truck availability. It is best to give us a call with your address and we can give you a quote if we can deliver to your location.

Do you have any single axle trucks?

We do not have single axle trucks. We have tandem and tri-axles dump trucks as well as End dump trailers, live bottom trailers and belly dump trailers both in tandem and tri-axle configuration.

Can I go to your quarries to see what material I might like?

Yes, you can visit our quarry’s, to see our different material options. However, you must check in at the scale house and get the proper PPE to be safe while in the quarry looking.

What are the differences between Washed Filter Media Sand, Greater Than >5% Septic Sand and Less Than <5% Septic Sand ?

Washed Filter Media Sand is a gap graded sand (predominately only 3 to 4 grain sizes) which is made up predominately of mid-range grain sizes and having a very minimal amount of smaller to larger grain particle size. This sand has little to no silts or fine sand particles. This sand provides a very fast path for liquid to flow through due to its open structure and lack of silt content.

Greater Than >5% Septic Sand is a dense graded sand (many different grain sizes) with multiple grain sizes throughout and a larger number of fines (commonly referred to as silts and fine grain sand). This sand provides a slower delayed path for liquid to flow through due to its dense structure and higher silt content.

Less Than <5% Septic Sand is an open graded sand (uniform range of particle grain sizes) with a consistent blend of particle sizes from large to small and very minimal amount of silt. This sand provides a medium range path for liquid to flow through due to its uniform structure and minimal amount of silt content.

The Difference ultimately is how each sand performs when introduced to liquid and the speed of flow (commonly referred to as percolation rate) when liquid passes through it. Filter Media Sand allows for faster transfer of liquid throughout which allows for dispersal within a smaller footprint. Greater Than >5% Sand allows for a much slower transfer therefore requiring a much larger footprint and Less Than <5% Sand is a medium between fast and slow allowing for a modified footprint to disperse the same amounts of liquid.

The Ontario Building Code Section 8 provides further information in helping to establish the correct sand type for the intended purpose.

What sands come with an affidavit?

You are able to get a material affidavit with washed filter media sand. It is best to consult with your township to get the proper permit for your septic bed. On the permit they will advise you of the material required for installation. We do not make recommendations for material needed this is up to the permit provider.

What does a restricted load mean (road restrictions)?

Half-load restrictions in Ontario are temporary weight limits, usually in effect from late winter to spring, that restrict heavy vehicles to protect roads from damage caused by the spring thaw. These restrictions typically limit vehicle weight to 5 tonnes per axle and are posted with temporary signs. Not all roads are load restricted this is a decision made by the township you live in and for county roads the United Counties of Leeds & Grenville.

How do I pay my bill online?

We do not take e-transfers however you can set up us as a “Bill Payee” and send a bill payment like you do with hydro or telephone. We are listed a G.Tackaberry & Sons Construction. Use your customer code on your invoice as your account number. We are listed with all major banks and credit unions. If you are having trouble setting this payment method up with your bank, please call us for assistance 613-924-2634

Is my account number my ticket number?

If you have an account with us your account number will be on your ticket. This is located on the upper left side of the ticket beside the “SOLD TO” area. Your account number on your invoice is located on the upper right side of your invoice beside “Customer Code” section.

What locations have a debit machine?

The locations that have interac machines are:

Woods Quarry – 5434 Woods Road, Brockville

Lawson Quarry & Asphalt Plant – 425 County Road 5 North, Athens

Main office – 109 Washburn Road, Athens

Wilsons Quarry –1590 County Road 43Merrickville/Smiths Falls

Westport Quarry – 5303 Salem Road, Westport

Tackaberry Sand & Stone (Perth Quarry) – 16129 Hwy 7 (East of Peth)

Joyceville Quarry – 3893 Highway 15, Joyceville

Battersea Quarry – 4471 Battersea Road, Battersea

Sweet’s Sand & Gravel (Sweets Pit) – 3299 County Road 32, Seeleys Bay

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Are you open on the weekends?

We are open Monday to Friday only. Some of our locations are seasonal which are not open in the winter. Please call us for assistance 613-924-2634