FAQ
Common Questions About Stone Slinging Services
Stone slinging is a specialized service that uses purpose-built equipment to accurately place stone, gravel, and other aggregates in precise locations. The slinger truck can distribute materials evenly and reach areas that would be difficult to access with conventional equipment, making it ideal for foundation work, weeping tile systems, and backfilling projects
Stone slinging is valuable for numerous construction applications, including:
- New home construction foundations
- Cottage and waterfront property foundations
- Commercial building foundations
- Retaining wall drainage systems
- Weeping tile installations
- Septic system beds
- Landscape drainage projects
- Hard-to-reach backfilling areas
Our equipment can efficiently place various materials including:
- Clear stone (various sizes)
- Crusher run gravel
- Sand
- Granular A and B
- 3/4" stone
- HPB (High Performance Bedding)
- Most standard construction aggregates
- Mulch
Stone slinging offers several advantages:
- Up to 3x faster placement than traditional methods
- Ability to reach difficult or restricted access areas
- More precise material distribution
- Reduced labor costs and site disruption
- Less damage to existing landscaping or structures
Our equipment can typically reach up to 90 feet from the truck position, making it ideal for accessing backyards, over fences, lakefront properties, or other challenging locations. The exact reach may vary depending on site conditions and material type.
Simply contact us by phone or use our online quote request form. We'll need basic information about your project location, type, timeline, and material requirements to provide an accurate estimate.
We recommend booking 3-5 days in advance for most projects during peak season (spring through fall). For larger commercial projects, please contact us as early as possible to ensure we can accommodate your schedule
Yes, we frequently collaborate with general contractors, concrete forming companies, homebuilders, and other construction professionals throughout the Muskoka and Simcoe County regions. We also have sister companies specializing in concrete forming and concrete pumping for more comprehensive project solutions.
