Business Details
23 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Demolition and Construction Services in West Thurrock
Established in 2003, Downwell Enabling has built a reputation as a trusted partner in preparing construction sites for success. Our expertise spans civils enabling works, demolition, land remediation, scaffolding, asbestos removal, and fire protection services. We collaborate closely with developers, architects, and principal contractors to deliver value-engineered solutions that prioritise efficiency and readiness for build. Operating across commercial, industrial, and residential sectors, we maintain rigorous health and safety standards while embedding sustainability through circular economy principles and robust recycling practices.As part of the Downwell Group, we integrate specialist services from subsidiaries like Inner City Scaffolding and Inner City Environmental, ensuring comprehensive support for complex projects. Our commitment to technical excellence and client collaboration positions us as leaders in high-hazard, regulated environments.
Services
Demolition
Land Remediation
Scaffolding
Asbestos Removal
Fire Protection
Civils Enabling
Decommissioning
Site Clearance
Soft Strip
Groundworks
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in civils enabling works and demolition.
- Our collaborative approach ensures tailored solutions for complex projects.
- Health and safety controls are embedded in every phase of delivery.
- We champion sustainability through circular economy principles and recycling.
- Integrated services from group subsidiaries provide comprehensive support.
Services
Demolition
We deliver high-reach and top-down demolition services for buildings and infrastructure. Our team provides pre-construction advice, temporary works solutions, and ULEZ-compliant plant to ensure safe, efficient site clearance. Specialising in high-hazard environments, we integrate asbestos removal and dust control while prioritising sustainability through material recovery and reuse.
Land Remediation
Our land remediation services address contaminated sites through sampling, strategy development, and excavation. We conduct waste acceptance criteria testing, implement safe disposal methods, and provide full documentation to enable development. Solutions combine environmental compliance with cost-effective delivery for complex contaminated land challenges.
Asbestos Removal
Through Inner City Environmental, we offer licensed asbestos surveys, removal, and encapsulation. Our services include environmental cleaning and monitoring for demolition projects. Trained personnel handle planned, reactive, and emergency asbestos removal to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations in live environments.
Scaffolding
Inner City Scaffolding provides tailored access solutions for demolition and asbestos projects. Services include licensed scaffolding, facade retention, loading platforms, and dust protection screens. Our technically challenging projects demand precision engineering and adherence to safety standards for complex urban environments.
Fire Protection
Inner City Fire Solutions offers fire compartment installation, structural steel protection, and fire door compliance. We provide consultancy, remediation, and maintenance services for residential and commercial properties. Our focus is on creating safer environments through certified fire protection systems and remedial works.
People
Matt Phillips
Chief Executive Officer
Founded Downwell in 2003 and oversees group operations. With a focus on growth strategy, he ensures consistent standards across subsidiaries while maintaining client-centric delivery.
Andy McClafferty
Group Managing Director
Joined in 2022 to drive structured growth. Brings extensive experience from major enabling works contractors, focusing on HSEQ management and long-term client relationships.
Sarah Clark
Commercial Director
Part of senior management since 2004. Oversees financial growth and compliance for Downwell's vehicle fleet, contributing to the establishment of two group brands.
Mark Roberts
Business Development Director
Joined in 2022 to support growth strategy. Former ARCA chairman with expertise in hazardous materials and demolition industries, managing national and international client portfolios.
Chris Young
PreConstruction Director
With 20 years at Downwell, he guides clients from bid stage to completion. Focuses on quality delivery and long-term client relationships through financial and operational expertise.
Questions
What services does Downwell Enabling offer?
We provide demolition, land remediation, scaffolding, asbestos removal, fire protection, and civils enabling works for commercial, industrial, and residential projects.
How long has Downwell Enabling been in business?
Since 2003, with group subsidiaries offering specialist services in scaffolding, asbestos removal, and fire protection.
Do you handle emergency asbestos removal?
Yes, our licensed team provides planned, reactive, and emergency asbestos removal services as part of demolition projects.
What areas do you operate in?
Primarily London, Essex, and the Home Counties, with capabilities across commercial, industrial, and residential sectors.
How do you ensure sustainability?
Through electric vehicles, ULEZ-compliant plant, material reuse, and recycling practices aligned with circular economy principles.
Are your demolition services compliant with safety standards?
Yes, we maintain rigorous health and safety controls in high-hazard environments, including temporary works and facade retention solutions.
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