Business Details
28 Years
experience
Trusted Construction & Plant Hire Services in Nelson
Established in 1998, Bowen Contracting has built a reputation as a trusted family-owned business delivering comprehensive construction solutions across South Wales. With 25 years of hands-on experience in the industry, our team specialises in plant hire, groundworks, agricultural services, and demolition projects. Our operators hold CITB approvals, ensuring all machinery is operated to the highest safety and efficiency standards. We pride ourselves on using recycled materials in projects such as agricultural road development, while maintaining prompt, reliable service for both domestic and commercial clients.Our expertise extends to site clearance, new build groundwork, and tailored agricultural contracting services using modern equipment. By combining technical expertise with environmental responsibility, we deliver projects ranging from housing developments to farm maintenance. Our Nelson-based operation serves local farmers, builders, and businesses requiring specialist machinery and skilled labour. Through consistent investment in equipment and staff training, we maintain our position as a leading independent contractor in Mid Glamorgan.
Services
Plant Hire
Groundworks
Agricultural Services
Demolition
Site Clearance
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- 25 years of hands-on construction industry experience
- Family-owned business with local Nelson knowledge
- CITB-approved operators for all plant machinery
- Specialist agricultural contracting services available
- Comprehensive recycling and waste management systems
Services
Plant Hire
We offer operated plant machinery hire including 7-22 ton excavators, JCBs, and screening equipment. Our CITB-approved operators ensure safe, efficient use of machinery for construction and agricultural projects. With 25 years' experience, we provide reliable equipment solutions for both short-term and long-term requirements.
Groundworks
Our groundwork services include site clearance, excavation, concrete footings, and floor slab installation. We prepare land for development using specialist machinery to handle challenging terrain. With experienced engineers, we ensure accurate surveying and layout for residential and commercial construction projects.
Agricultural Services
We provide comprehensive agricultural contracting including baling, mowing, ploughing, and waste recycling. Our flexible contracts adapt to machinery requirements and client involvement levels. Using modern farm equipment, we deliver efficient solutions for land maintenance and crop management at competitive prices.
Demolition Services
We handle small-scale demolition projects from garden sheds to complete house demolitions. Our environmentally responsible approach processes demolition waste at recycling facilities. Using specialist machinery, we safely remove structures while minimising environmental impact through material reuse initiatives.
Site Clearance
Our site clearance services prepare land for development through vegetation removal, debris clearing, and terrain levelling. We use heavy machinery to tackle challenging environments, creating suitable foundations for construction projects. This service integrates with our groundwork and demolition capabilities for complete site preparation.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We operate throughout South Wales, with our Nelson base covering Mid Glamorgan, Caerphilly, and surrounding areas for construction and agricultural services.
Do you offer equipment hire with operators?
Yes, all our plant hire services include CITB-approved operators for machinery ranging from excavators to specialist agricultural equipment.
What construction experience do you have?
With 25 years' experience since 1998, we've completed diverse projects including housing developments, agricultural road construction, and commercial groundwork contracts.
Can you handle agricultural maintenance?
Yes, we provide comprehensive farm contracting services including ploughing, mowing, fertiliser application, and machinery hire with flexible contract options.
Do you offer recycling services?
We operate a recycling site processing demolition waste and construction materials, incorporating recycled products into new projects like agricultural road development.
What machinery do you hire?
Our hire fleet includes 7-22 ton excavators, JCBs, screening equipment, and agricultural machinery available with experienced operators for construction and farming needs.
