The construction industry has a major problem: a lack of skilled tradespeople. Ask almost any contractor and they’ll tell you the same thing. There is plenty of work available, but finding skilled people to deliver it is becoming increasingly difficult. At DASCO, we believe part of the solution starts in schools. Recently, Managing Director Scott Rothwell visited students at St Mary’s RC
The DASCO team swapped workwear for festive knitwear as part of Save the Children’s Christmas Jumper Day. From colourful classics to some questionable fashion choices, the office and site teams got involved to help raise money for a fantastic cause while bringing a bit of festive spirit to the working day. Christmas Jumper Day is
Some awards recognise what you do, others recognise who you are. The North West Family Business Awards 2025 gave us both. On a night we will never forget, DASCO was named Construction, Property & Engineering Business of the Year and our Accounts Manager, Charlotte Rothwell, was crowned Employee of the Year. To bring one award
People often ask us why we’ve stayed in Wigan as DASCO has grown. The simple answer is that we never considered doing anything else. Wigan is where DASCO started, and it’s where it will always be based. Not because it’s the easiest option, but because it’s the right one. This is where our families are, it’s where our team lives and it’s where our values come from. When you build a
As we mark our 10th anniversary at DASCO, we’re excited to share a major milestone in our journey of sustainable growth: DASCO’s fleet hits 100 vehicles on the road! This achievement is due to our continued expansion, our commitment to sustainability, and the hard work of our incredible team. Driving Forward, Growing Strong Over the
Over the past 12 months, we’ve been focused on expanding our 100% electric fleet, with some fantastic new additions rolling in. Currently, 22% of our fleet is electric, and we’re committed to increasing this percentage in the years to come. Sustainability is one of the core values that drives our business decisions. Achieving
Our journey towards effective waste management led us to the introduction of a biomass boiler. Read more to find our why.