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Family run surfacing specialists with over 50 years’ experience.

Dawkes & Co Ltd are trusted tarmacadam and surfacing contractors, working with schools, commercial clients, local authorities and domestic customers across Staffordshire and the surrounding areas.

Established Experience 50+

Years delivering reliable surfacing solutions across public sector, commercial, highways, education and domestic projects.

Schools Commercial Local Authority Domestic
About Dawkes & Co Ltd

Not every surfacing job needs a speech. It just needs doing properly.

At Dawkes & Co Ltd, that’s exactly what we do. For over 50 years, we’ve been helping schools, local authorities, commercial clients, public sector organisations and domestic customers with reliable tarmacadam and surfacing services.

We are a family-run business with a practical approach. That means turning up when we say we will, getting on with the job, and completing work to a high standard with safety, preparation and quality at the heart of everything we do.

As a local authority approved company, we have worked across Government, Health, Highways, Private and Public sectors. Our reputation has been built over many years through dependable workmanship and long-standing client relationships.

Built on reputation

Quality surfacing, properly planned and professionally delivered.

From first enquiry through to completion, our team focuses on clear communication, careful preparation and a finish that performs as well as it looks.

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Family Run

A long-serving team with a straightforward, hands-on approach to every project.

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Approved & Trusted

Experienced across local authority, highways, schools, public sector and commercial work.

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Quality Finish

Every job is completed with attention to preparation, durability and presentation.

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Safety Focused

Health and safety is a primary concern across all works, sites and sectors.

Built on experience

A long-standing team delivering surfacing work with care, quality and pride.

Dawkes & Co Ltd surfacing project
See the Dawkes standard in action Reliable surfacing work for schools, local authorities and commercial sites
50+ Years of practical surfacing experience across Staffordshire and the surrounding areas.

As a family-run company, Dawkes & Co Ltd has built its reputation through reliable workmanship, careful preparation and a commitment to completing every project properly. From school playgrounds and public spaces to commercial surfacing and domestic work, our team brings the same level of care and attention to every job.

Established surfacing contractors
Who are Dawkes?

Family run. Professionally managed. Trusted for over 50 years.

We are a family run business with a long-serving, well trained and dedicated workforce, priding ourselves on delivering a high-quality service to every client.

As a local authority approved company, Dawkes & Co Ltd has been offering services for over 50 years across Government, Health, Highways, Private and Public sectors. Our reputation has been built on quality, reliability and long-standing client relationships.

50+ Years of surfacing experience

Supporting schools, commercial sites, public sector organisations and domestic customers across Staffordshire and beyond.

Services we offer

Complete surfacing solutions from start to finish.

Dawkes & Co Ltd offer a wide range of in-house services, helping manage projects efficiently without the need to liaise with multiple contractors.

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Roads & Asphalt Works

  • All Asphalt Works
  • Roads
  • Pathways
  • Forecourts
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Commercial & Public Sector

  • Carparks
  • Drainage Works
  • Design, Planning & Drawings
  • Wet Pour/Safety Surfaces
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Schools & Play Areas

  • Play Areas & Equipment
  • Multi Use Games Areas
  • Synthetic Pitches
  • Outdoor Classrooms
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Domestic & Specialist

  • Driveways
  • Domestic Driveways
  • Coloured Asphalt
  • Resin Bonded/Resin Bound
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Access & External Works

  • Fencing & Gates
  • Automated Gates & Barriers
  • Canopies
Customer Reviews

What our customers say

We’re proud to have built our reputation on quality workmanship, reliable service and long-standing relationships with customers across Staffordshire and the surrounding areas.

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Our Process

From first enquiry to completed surfacing project.

We keep things straightforward from the moment you contact us. Our team will guide you through the quote, site visit, planning, preparation and completion of your project.

Start Your Quote
01 Initial Contact

Get in touch by phone, email or the request a quote form. Tell us a little about the project, the site location and the type of surface or repair work required.

02 Project Review

We review your enquiry and gather the key details, including access, surface condition, intended use, timescales and any health and safety considerations.

03 Site Visit

Where required, we arrange a site visit to inspect the area properly, assess preparation requirements and make sure the proposed solution is suitable.

04 Quote & Recommendations

We provide a clear quotation and explain the recommended works, materials and project approach so you know exactly what is included before work begins.

05 Planning & Scheduling

Once approved, we agree suitable dates, access arrangements and any preparation needed. For schools, commercial sites and local authorities, we work around operational requirements wherever possible.

06 Preparation Works

Our team prepares the site correctly, which may include excavation, edging, drainage, base works, surface preparation or repairs depending on the project.

07 Surfacing & Installation

We carry out the surfacing works safely and efficiently, using the appropriate materials and equipment for the job, while keeping disruption to a minimum.

08 Completion, Check & Review

Once the work is complete, we check the finish, review the completed project and make sure the site is left tidy and ready for use.

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Ready to discuss your surfacing project?

Whether you need surfacing for a school, commercial site, local authority project, car park, driveway or repair work, our experienced team can help.

50+ Years’ Experience
Schools Safe & Durable Surfaces
Commercial Car Parks & Access Roads
Local Authority Public Sector Surfacing
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