About SwanDor

Dorset's Trusted Scaffolding & Roofing Specialists

Family-run, locally based, and deeply committed to quality. We've been part of the Dorset community for over 25 years.

Our Story

Built on Trust, Grown Through Reputation

Swanage & Dorset Scaffolding and Roofing Ltd was founded with a simple belief: that local people and businesses deserve exceptional trade services from someone they can trust. Since opening our doors in Swanage, we have grown through word of mouth, the best kind of growth, because it is earned.

Today, we are one of the most recognised scaffolding and roofing contractors in Dorset. We have worked on hundreds of properties across the region, from modest chimney repairs on terraced homes in Swanage to complex commercial scaffolding contracts in Poole and Bournemouth.

What sets us apart is not just our technical ability; it is the personal service we provide. When you call SwanDor, you speak to someone who cares about your project. We will give you honest advice, fair pricing, and a team that treats your property with respect.

SwanDor scaffolding erected on a Dorset residential property

25+

Years in Business

500+

Satisfied Clients

300+

Projects Done

Our Values

What We Stand For

Safety First, Always

Every job, big or small, is planned with safety as the top priority. All operatives are trained, all equipment is inspected, and all works comply with current legislation.

Quality Craftsmanship

We take pride in what we build. Whether it's a scaffold for a chimney repair or a complex flat roof installation, the same high standards apply every time.

Local Knowledge

We know Dorset. We understand the local building styles, the coastal climate challenges, and the expectations of homeowners and businesses in this area.

Reliability You Can Count On

We turn up when we say we will. We finish on time. We keep you informed. Simple things that make a massive difference when your project depends on us.

Accreditations & Compliance

Fully Qualified & Insured

All works carried out by SwanDor comply with current British Standards, HSE guidelines, and relevant industry codes of practice. We carry full public liability insurance and all operatives are appropriately trained and qualified.

  • CISRS (Construction Industry Scaffolders Record Scheme) operatives
  • NASC (National Access & Scaffolding Confederation) aligned practices
  • TG20:21 compliant tube & fitting scaffolding
  • Working at Height Regulations 2005 compliant
  • Public liability insurance up to £10 million
  • Employer's liability insurance
  • Full COSHH assessments for all chemical treatments
  • Site-specific risk assessments and method statements
  • TrustATrader approved — vetted, ID checked, and customer references verified
  • Insurance verified by TrustATrader (Ascot Underwriting Ltd)
  • Spray foam removal specialists
  • EPDM, fibreglass (GRP), and felt flat roofing systems
TrustATrader approved trader

TrustATrader Approved

Rated 4.99 / 5 from 17 verified reviews

Membership No. TT30253 • ID & insurance verified

Our Journey

99

1999

Founded in Swanage by Trevor Burt and Deborah Brown with a small local team

05

2005

Expanded to cover the wider Dorset area including Poole and Bournemouth

10

2010

Launched dedicated roofing division alongside scaffolding services

15

2015

Completed 200th major commercial project across the region

20

2020

Celebrated 21 years in business with 400+ completed projects

25

2025

500+ satisfied customers and growing, still locally owned and operated

Ready to work with us?

Call us today or request a free quote online. We'd love to help with your project.