Braithwaite Excavations Ltd

Braithwaite Excavations is a family-owned and run earthworks subcontractor based in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, operating throughout the United Kingdom. With over 40 years of experience in the construction industry, the company has undertaken numerous large-scale projects. These include carrying out earthworks for every Aldi distribution depot in the UK, demolishing the former Corby steel works, and working on the M25, M54, and A38 road schemes, as well as major works at RAF Brize Norton.

The company specialises in excavations, site remediation, ground improvement, and inert tipping. They utilise GPS machine control technology for precise earthwork modelling and execution, minimising material movement and offering cost-effective solutions. Their site remediation services involve breaking up and reusing materials like concrete and tarmac, preventing landfill disposal and reducing the need for imported stone.

For ground improvement, they employ lime and cement modification, as well as rapid impact compaction, to prepare sites for construction. Braithwaite Excavations also operates fully permitted inert tipping facilities and offers heavy haulage services with a fleet of low loader tractor units and trailers. They are committed to sustainable earthworks, aiming to reuse site-won materials wherever possible through investments in recycling equipment such as crushers and screens.

The company prides itself on combining traditional methods with modern technology to deliver effective and efficient solutions, with a focus on reducing waste and optimising material use.