Business Details
12 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Construction Services in Wigan
Dasco Construction was founded in 2014 by the Rothwell family, who remain at the core of its operations. With over 20 years of combined experience in the construction industry, the company specialises in social housing maintenance, groundworks, fire protection, and rail infrastructure projects. Headquartered in Wigan, we employ 136 staff members, 94 of whom are local to the borough, and operate a fleet of 130 vehicles to serve clients across the Northwest of England. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through ISO-compliant processes, real-time project monitoring, and a 90%+ customer satisfaction rate across 10,000+ annual reactive repairs. We invest 90% of operational costs back into the Wigan community, maintaining strong relationships with local suppliers and partners.As 2024 Wigan Business of the Year award winners, we combine traditional values with innovative approaches to deliver cost-effective, minimally disruptive solutions. Our recent investments in electric fleet vehicles and partnerships with organisations like Wigan Warriors reflect our forward-thinking ethos while maintaining family-led principles. With 14 years of dedicated service, we continue expanding our capabilities while nurturing the next generation of construction professionals through apprenticeship programs and workforce development initiatives.
Services
Social Housing
Groundworks
Fire Protection
Rail Projects
Void Refurbishments
Accessibility Adaptations
Emergency Repairs
Fire Door Installation
Rail Infrastructure
Drainage Solutions
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in social housing and construction sectors
- Our local team of 136 employees serves the Northwest with rapid response times
- We guarantee 90%+ customer satisfaction across 10,000+ annual repairs
- Our ISO-aligned processes ensure quality compliance across all service lines
- We invest 90% of operational costs back into the Wigan community
What people say
Highly recommended
Wetroom looks fantastic
Excellent workmanship
Professional and friendly
Superb job
Services
Social Housing Maintenance
We provide comprehensive planned and reactive maintenance for social housing providers. Our services include full void refurbishments, emergency repairs, and accessibility adaptations. With 136 skilled tradespeople and 130 vehicles, we complete over 10,000 repairs annually while maintaining 90%+ customer satisfaction through real-time monitoring and rapid response times.
Fire Protection Systems
Our certified specialists install and maintain fire protection systems to BS standards. We supply and fit composite and timber fire doors, perform penetration sealing, and ensure compliance with Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. Our solutions provide complete fire safety assurance for residential and commercial properties across the Northwest.
Rail Infrastructure Works
We deliver planned and reactive maintenance for rail infrastructure including the Transpennine Route Upgrade. Our capabilities cover internal refurbishments, external groundworks, and electrification support. With minimal disruption strategies, we improve station accessibility and maintain operational continuity during major rail modernisation projects.
Groundworks Solutions
Our groundworks team provides full-cycle earthworks services including drainage, paving, and foundation construction. We manage thousands of reactive repairs annually while delivering cost-effective design solutions. Our expertise covers site evaluation, excavation, and infrastructure preparation to support both residential and commercial construction projects.
Accessibility Adaptations
We implement specialist home adaptations to improve accessibility for vulnerable residents. Our services include wetroom installations, door widening, level threshold provision, and wheelchair-accessible kitchen conversions. Each project follows strict safety standards while maintaining aesthetic quality and functional practicality for long-term usability.
People
Scott Rothwell
Managing Director
As Managing Director, Scott leads strategic operations with 20+ years' construction experience. He oversees project delivery and business growth while maintaining family values that prioritise community investment and sustainable development in Wigan.
David Rothwell
Chairman
David provides governance leadership with extensive industry knowledge gained over decades in construction. He focuses on maintaining quality standards and nurturing relationships with key stakeholders across public and private sectors.
Charlotte Rothwell
Accounts Manager
Charlotte manages financial operations with precision, ensuring responsible resource allocation that supports both business growth and community investment initiatives in Wigan borough.
Collette Stansfield
Contracts Co-Ordinator
Collette manages contract administration with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring smooth project coordination between clients, contractors, and internal teams across multiple service lines.
Darren Stansfield
Operations Manager
Darren oversees daily operations with focus on efficiency and quality control. He manages workforce deployment and ensures timely delivery of both planned works and emergency repair services.
Questions
What construction sectors do you specialise in?
We specialise in social housing maintenance, fire protection systems, rail infrastructure, and groundworks across the Northwest of England.
How quickly can you respond to emergency repairs?
Our 130-vehicle fleet enables rapid response for reactive maintenance, with 10,000+ emergency repairs completed annually across Wigan and surrounding areas.
Are your fire protection services certified?
Yes, our fire safety specialists follow ISO standards and manufacturer guidelines to ensure full compliance with current fire safety legislation.
Do you work on public infrastructure projects?
We're actively involved in major rail upgrades including the Transpennine Route, delivering both planned maintenance and emergency repairs with minimal disruption.
How do you support the local community?
We invest 90% of operational costs in Wigan, employ 94 local staff, sponsor community initiatives, and donate resources to local charities and youth organisations.
What quality guarantees do you offer?
Our ISO-aligned processes, real-time project monitoring, and 90%+ customer satisfaction rate ensure consistent quality across all construction services.
