Contractors looking for an asphalt supplier on the Treasure Coast tend to ask the same core questions: what it costs, how pickup works, whether delivery is available, how thick to pave and whether the mix meets spec. Here are straight answers from Engineered Asphalt Materials (EAM) in Vero Beach.
Pricing and quantity
How much is hot mix asphalt per ton?
EAM quotes pricing by phone because it depends on the mix and current availability. Call or text (772) 494-6077 for a current price on your mix.
How much is a truckload?
Load sizes vary by truck and mix. Trucks are loaded over FDOT Certified scales, so every ticket reflects exactly what that truck is carrying. Call the plant for pricing on the tonnage you need.
How do I figure out how many tons I need?
Use the asphalt tonnage calculator. Enter length, width and thickness, and it estimates tons using a standard compacted density of 145 pounds per cubic foot, which you can adjust for your mix. Confirm the final quantity with the plant before ordering.
Is there a minimum order?
Minimums vary by mix type and production run. Ask the plant what applies to your material.
Ordering and pickup
How do I place an order?
Call or text the plant to confirm your mix and pickup window. Ordering ahead helps the plant schedule production so your mix is hot and ready when you arrive.
What are the pickup hours?
Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm, first come, first served. Hours can vary with the production schedule and project demand, so confirm daily availability. Weekend and after-hours pickup is available by request.
How much lead time do you need?
It depends on the mix and the current production schedule. The earlier you call, the easier it is to plan your order and confirm timing.
Where is the plant?
500 2nd St SW, Vero Beach, FL 32962.
Delivery and service area
Do you deliver?
Delivery can be arranged through local trucking partners, and the plant can connect you with preferred haulers.
What areas do you cover?
Indian River, Brevard, St. Lucie and Martin counties, including Vero Beach, Sebastian, Fellsmere, Gifford, Melbourne, Palm Bay, Fort Pierce, Port St. Lucie and Stuart.
Do you sell to private customers?
Yes. EAM serves both contractors and private customers, depending on tonnage needs.
Thickness and mix selection
How thick should asphalt be in Florida?
It depends on the job. As a planning guide, 1.5 to 2 inches is typical for an overlay on a sound existing surface, and 3 inches or more for new construction and heavy traffic. Structural work is built in layers, such as an SP-19 base under an SP-9.5 surface.
Two or three inches for a driveway?
For a new driveway or one carrying heavier vehicles, plan on 3 inches or more of compacted asphalt. The 1.5 to 2 inch range is for overlays on a sound surface. A fine surface mix such as SP-9.5 is the usual choice for residential work.
Which mix fits my job?
The plant's selection guide is a good starting point:
- Heavily traveled roads: Superpave or polymer-modified
- Residential streets: SP-9.5 or SP-12.5
- Commercial pads and parking: SP-12.5 or SP-19
- HOA and private roads: SP-19 base with SP-9.5 surface
- Pothole and repair work: SP-9.5 fine surface mix
If you are not sure, describe the application and the team can recommend the mix type, grade, tonnage and scheduling.
What binders are available?
PG 64-22 and PG 67-22 are standard performance grades. PG 76-22 is a polymer-modified grade for high-stress duty such as intersections and trucking routes. Full details are on the specifications page.
Specs, quality and recycled mixes
Do your mixes meet FDOT specifications?
EAM produces mixes that meet FDOT specifications depending on project requirements. Specs are confirmed per project.
How is quality checked?
On site at the plant. Mixes are sampled and tested during production, temperatures and consistency are monitored batch to batch, and results are checked against each project's specifications, with documentation for contractor, developer and municipal requirements.
Do you offer recycled asphalt mixes?
Yes. RAP-blended mixes add recycled asphalt pavement to hot mix as a cost-efficient and sustainable option.
Do you have specialty mixes?
The spec sheet lists open-graded friction course, stone matrix asphalt and porous asphalt. Availability is confirmed per project, so call before you bid.
Why a local supplier helps
A plant in Vero Beach keeps haul distances short across the four counties. Shorter hauls help mix arrive hotter at the paver, which makes compaction easier, and they shorten truck cycles so a crew needs fewer trucks to keep the paver fed. The Gencor plant is set up for consistent batching and quick loadout so trucks get back on the road without delays.
Payment and accounts
Talk with the team about accepted payment methods and account setup for your order.
Still have a question?
Call or text (772) 494-6077, or send your project details through the contact page and the team will follow up.