Florida Silica Sand Company
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Florida Silica Sand Company had its humble beginnings in Opa Locka (North Miami), FL in 1948. Founded by George A.Pegram, a painter by trade, the company initially started just to fulfill the owner’s need for silica sand. The original sand mine in Opa Locka developed its reputation throughout Florida for producing quality silica products for the construction industry.

As our customers continued to grow their businesses and accumulate more and more product needs, our product line has also expanded over the years. Today, we have grown separate divisions to carry a full line of Hardscape products including brick, pavers, stone and retaining walls; Aggregates, including a large selection of decorative rock, sand, clay, and lime rock. Our Abrasive Finishing category is one of the largest in the industry covering Abrasives, Equipment, Replacement parts, and Service.

To better service all of Florida, additional branch locations were opened, Starting with Dania Beach, up the coast to Riviera Beach and over to the West Coast in Plant City. Recently, our corporate offices relocated to Fort Lauderdale. Starting with only a handful of workers, we now employ close to 100 hardworking individuals that continue to add to our successful growth trend.

Florida Silica Sand Company has played a large role and influence in numerous land development projects throughout Florida over the years. From the Orange Bowl in Miami to Las Olas Blvd in Fort Lauderdale to the International Mall in Tampa, our products can be found in a limitless amount of industrial, municipal, commercial, and residential projects.

Throughout our history the philosophy has remained the same, “Satisfy our Customers’ needs.” In doing this we continue to look for better ways to enhance the business of our clients, whether it requires an increased product line or expanded service offerings, Florida Silica Sand Company will do what it takes.