Building projects from Conception to Completion

Welcome to Dilys Wilson Layton Construction Ltd

Construction Company - Fully-Managed Building Services

Welcome to Dilys Wilson Layton Construction Ltd! We are your premier construction company in South West England and the surrounding regions, including Somerset, Devon, Wiltshire, Dorset, Dorchester, Exeter, Taunton, Yeovil, Salisbury and Weston-Super-Mare.

Our team guides clients from first ideas to completion, using over thirty-five years of experience across the South and West. Each project benefits from bespoke planning, trusted artisans, and cost-effective solutions. We coordinate every stage with empathy. Ensuring smooth progress, reduced stress, and a finished building shaped around your vision.

New House Builder - Bespoke New Builds from a Reputable Builder

Building a new home is a large project. So, you need the best team possible to ensure a high-quality finish. Which is where our new house builder comes in.

We believe a new house builder must balance creativity with tight budget control. So, we combine practical design knowledge with decades of residential expertise. From conception to occupation, we manage trades, materials and schedules. The result is a contemporary or traditional home built efficiently, carefully and collaboratively.

Project Management Company - Complete Project Management from Start to Finish

Undergoing a building project can be stressful and daunting. So, choose us as your property management company to take the stress out of building.

As a project management company, we turn demanding builds into manageable journeys by coordinating contractors. Resolving challenges early and maintaining clear communication. With long experience managing private, architectural and ecclesiastical schemes, we streamline programmes and keep budgets disciplined. Offering fixed-fee clarity and tailored solutions.

Oak framed and Timber framed Building - Complete oak and timber framed building from expert builders

Timber framed building projects, including oak framed building work needs craftsmanship and historical understanding. Which is exactly where we come in.

We blend vernacular expertise with modern planning. Producing durable oak framed building that respect tradition while meeting contemporary needs. Skilled artisans, careful detailing and efficient coordination ensure your timber framed building is delivered with accuracy, economy and character.

Principal Contractor - Experienced Contractor for Building

Acting as principal contractor, we manage site activity with firm but empathetic leadership, supported by SMSTS training and full insurance cover.

Our structured coordination of trades, materials and safety procedures keeps programmes on track and budgets under firm control. Clients gain peace of mind through consistent communication and fully accountable site management with us as a principal contractor.

Property Renovation - Tailored Renovations for a Range of Properties

We understand that a property renovation demands flexibility, historical awareness and precise coordination. So, we tailor each step to the building’s needs.

Our experts manage trades, coordination and cost control, using a trusted network of specialists to deliver efficient upgrades. Whether modernising or extending, we support clients throughout. Ensuring a smooth process and a confident property renovation.

Period Building Renovation - Custom Listed Building Renovation from Experts

Period building renovation, including listed building renovation, requires specialist knowledge of heritage fabric, vernacular detailing and conservation technique. This is where we come in.

Our long experience with period building renovation enables sensitive repairs, creative problem-solving and careful liaison with relevant authorities. Each listed building renovation respects the building’s significance while achieving practical improvements that enhance longevity, value and usability.

Principal Designer - Stylish Building Designs That Come to Life

As a principal designer, we oversee CDM responsibilities with thorough health and safety planning. Drawing on extensive site management experience.

Our principal designer collaborates closely with architects and clients to identify risks early, integrate compliant design decisions and maintain clear documentation. This proactive approach protects everyone involved and supports a smoother, safer construction process.

Church Reordering - Modernise Your Church While Keeping Original Charm

Church reordering benefits from our award-winning experience with parish communities, DAC panels and architects.

We help bring unused spaces back into meaningful service through sensitive planning, careful construction and respectful collaboration. Each church reordering is managed with pastoral understanding. Ensuring the completed building supports worship, community life and long-term stewardship.