Company history 1954 to 2008

The firm of W J Cotton was founded in 1954 by John Cotton who initially renovated cottages, and farm buildings and constructed new single domestic buildings. Typically, there would be one or two employees.

Len Cotton joined his father in 1972. Having qualified as a chartered engineer, W J Cotton diversified into civil engineering and larger public building works.

By 1987, the firm had built itself a reputation which necessitated the introduction of additional management in order to further the range and size of contracts and Richard Evans joined the company.

W J Cotton continued to expand and in 1999 it was decided to form a limited company.

It is now a major employer in West Wales,
employing local people, utilising local resources and sub-contractors and reinvesting in the local economy.

Turnover is now £5 to £6 million and 60-plus people are directly employed. Cotton continues to provide the client with a ‘hands on’ management approach, ensuring the highest quality finish. The cornerstones of its reputation are wealth of experience, high standards of workmanship, reliability and approachability.