Groundworks

Drainage solutions, excavation and concreting, septic tank installation, foundations and site clearance.

Building

Covering all aspects of industrial, commercial and residential constructions including new builds, conversions, renovation projects, building extensions and general improvement for commercial and residential clients.

Renovation

A wide range of services for both private and commercial properties, specialising in period properties. Our friendly and well experienced tradesmen have undertaken refurbishment work in schools, churches and homes.

Joinery

Extensive joiners shop which enables us to produce high quality, bespoke products in both soft and hard woods including windows, doors, staircases, king post trusses and many other joinery products made to measure.

Build your latest project with Lowther & Dawson

Lowther & Dawson (Kendal) Ltd is a leading, full-service construction and general building contractor based in Kendal. We have experience in building, renovating and maintaining commercial and domestic properties of all sizes across South Lakeland & North Lancashire. We have a reputation for delivering projects that are on time and on budget, and our track record of success continues to grow with more and more satisfied customers every day.

We take pride in working with every one of our clients to create exciting, liveable spaces that look attractive and add value.

Our mission is to combine the skills and attributes of our workforce with a commitment to provide a professional and high quality level of service. The purpose is to fulfil the requirements of all our varied clients to their complete satisfaction. All company activities are carried out in a safe and healthy working environment.

Our values are expressed by the duty of care we show for people, the environment and quality.

We care about the environment and the impact that we may have on it. We seek to minimise waste, recycle as much materials as possible and use resources sparingly.

Stephen Lowther

Stephen Lowther
Managing Director

Personalised solutions

Professional and qualified craftsmen

Unrivalled workmanship

An environmentally responsible approach

Why choose us

The gang working hard concreting for 6 new houses off Captain French Lane, Kendal in the earlier 60’s
Over 50 years in the trade

Created in 1962, Lowther & Dawson have forged good relationships with both clients and architects alike. Over these years, the company has upheld Ken and Des’s heritage and pride in the business, underpinned by hard work and a high quality product. We are proud of good working relationships with the likes of C&J Clark, Fairoak Housing Association and the Martin Group. Learn more about our humble beginnings.

Lowther and Dawson plant machinery suite
All work undertaken in house

Our team is passionate about construction, embracing the latest technology, and we know the importance of collaboration at every stage. Our service is tailored and personal, delivered by our own highly trained teams – with subcontractors used for specialised tasks only. With direct access to decision-makers, solutions are quickly found. This ensures a dynamic building process in which our management teams can update you throughout.

Conservatory roof
ENVIRONMENTALLY RESPONSIBLE

Our approach to any project is to promote eco-friendly practices. That is why we source environmentally sustainable materials that reduce the impact of our work on the environment. We make every effort to apply the latest construction methods and technology to ensure we minimise waste and maximise how we use our resources.  We look at every aspect of our business to find ways to reduce our carbon footprint and environmental impact.

Commendation for Station House, Kendal
Civic Trust Award, 1971
Commendation, Civic Trust
Satisfied customers

The difference between us and other contractors? Our commitment to providing professional and honest service, from first inquiry to completion.

  • Responsive and respectful customer service
  • Professional and qualified craftsmen
  • Unrivalled workmanship
  • Personalised solutions
  • Competitive prices and honest quotes
  • On-time and on-budget delivery
  • An environmentally responsible approach
The gang working hard concreting for 6 new houses off Captain French Lane, Kendal in the earlier 60’s
Over 50 years in the trade

Created in 1962, Lowther & Dawson have forged good relationships with both clients and architects alike. Over these years, the company has upheld Ken and Des’s heritage and pride in the business, underpinned by hard work and a high quality product. We are proud of good working relationships with the likes of C&J Clark, Fairoak Housing Association and the Martin Group. Learn more about our humble beginnings.

Lowther and Dawson plant machinery suite
All work undertaken in house

Our team is passionate about construction, embracing the latest technology, and we know the importance of collaboration at every stage. Our service is tailored and personal, delivered by our own highly trained teams – with subcontractors used for specialised tasks only. With direct access to decision-makers, solutions are quickly found. This ensures a dynamic building process in which our management teams can update you throughout.

Conservatory roof
ENVIRONMENTALLY RESPONSIBLE

Our approach to any project is to promote eco-friendly practices. That is why we source environmentally sustainable materials that reduce the impact of our work on the environment. We make every effort to apply the latest construction methods and technology to ensure we minimise waste and maximise how we use our resources.  We look at every aspect of our business to find ways to reduce our carbon footprint and environmental impact.

Commendation for Station House, Kendal
Civic Trust Award, 1971
Commendation, Civic Trust
Satisfied customers

The difference between us and other contractors? Our commitment to providing professional and honest service, from first inquiry to completion.

  • Responsive and respectful customer service
  • Professional and qualified craftsmen
  • Unrivalled workmanship
  • Personalised solutions
  • Competitive prices and honest quotes
  • On-time and on-budget delivery
  • An environmentally responsible approach

What our customers say

Stuart Rumney
Construction Project Manager | C&J Clark International Limited

Lowther and Dawson (Kendal) Limited have been working with C&J Clarks for over 20 years. They have undertaken many projects including general maintenance, shop refurbishments and larger projects including creating new offices at our Watercrook Distribution Centre.  Stephen is brilliant at problem solving and because they have their own joiners shop they our able to manufacture bespoke solutions to resolve technical issues. Great company to work with.

Michael McFaul
The Martin Group

I have worked with Lowther and Dawson (Kendal) Limited over the last 3 years on the refurbishment of the former K Village outlet site in Kendal. This project has involved the construction of a new 70 bed roomed Travelodge, refurbishment of existing flats to meet current legislation, creating new office space and constructing two additional floors to accommodate 80 new flats. I have found the management and staff to be professional at all times, have exemplary problem solving skills and they work extremely hard to meet targets and produce a quality product.

Sheila Andrews
KURC Church

Thank you so much for repositioning the war memorials at no cost to the church. As you can imagine they hold very man sentimental memories for many in our church and we are delighted that you will be able to display them in our new premises.  The redevelopment is coming on so well and we are really pleased with the progress you have made

Lisa Chant
Chief Executive | Fairoak Housing

We have used Lowther & Dawson on two projects in the past 6 years. The first was to build an extension to an existing supported housing scheme in Kendal to create an additional flat and also to replace all the kitchens and timber windows throughout the building. The second project was to convert two 2 bedroom flats in a supported living scheme in Barrow into individual dwellings and replace kitchens and boilers throughout the other remaining 5 flats. Both these projects involved working in properties occupied by vulnerable tenants. The work carried out by Lowther & Dawson was to an excellent standard. They were extremely sensitive to the needs of our tenants and we found them to be very professional and adaptable and would have no hesitation in working with them again on future projects.

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