Who We Are
ADSS have been a combined rope access company and civil engineering services company for almost 30 years. From the beginning, our focus has been clear: provide safe, efficient, and reliable services that help clients complete projects without unnecessary delay or risk.
Founded in 1996, ADSS has grown into a trusted partner for engineers, project managers, facilities managers, and building owners across the UK. Our reputation is built on doing the job right the first time, with safety and quality at the heart of everything we do.
What We Do
We provide a complete range of access and civil engineering services. Our teams are trained, certified, and experienced in delivering complex projects across multiple sectors.
Our services include:
Specialist Access
Rope access, man safe systems, confined space entry and rescue, safety netting, and working at height.
Civil Engineering
Groundworks, roads, utilities, water and wastewater, minor infrastructure, building refurbishment, power generation, and EV infrastructure.
Our Mission and Values
Our mission is simple: to protect people, programmes, and reputations by delivering safe, compliant, and cost-effective solutions.
As a leading civil engineering and rope access company, we believe in:
Safety first
A strong culture of safety that runs through every project.
Quality and compliance
Meeting and exceeding industry standards, including IRATA, NERS, and British Standards.
Efficiency
Mobilising quickly, working effectively, and reducing downtime for our clients.
Trust
Building long-term relationships by delivering reliable results.
Our Commitment
Clients continue to choose us as their civil engineering and rope access company because we consistently deliver on the promises that matter most.
Our commitments include:
Safe and efficient delivery
Every project is planned and executed with safety and speed in mind.
Doing the job right the first time
Getting it correct from the outset avoids delays and unnecessary costs.
Certified expertise
Teams are fully trained and equipped with the knowledge needed for complex projects.
Compliance without compromise
All works meet the legal and regulatory standards required for the industry.
We understand the pressures our clients face, from tight budgets and challenging programmes to the need for strict compliance. Our role is to remove those pressures by providing solutions that are practical, effective, and always delivered to the highest standard.
Why Choose ADSS?
With almost 30 years of proven experience, ADSS has built a reputation for delivering projects safely, efficiently, and to the highest standard. Our certified expertise spans IRATA rope access, FASET safety netting, and NERS utility accreditation, ensuring that every service we provide meets strict industry requirements. Safety and quality are embedded in everything we do, giving clients confidence that compliance is achieved without compromise. We are known for rapid mobilisation and a responsive approach, supporting both planned and urgent works with the same level of professionalism. ADSS has earned the trust of clients by consistently combining technical knowledge with integrity and a commitment to doing the job right the first time.
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Looking Ahead
As ADSS approaches three decades in the industry, our commitment remains the same: to provide dependable services that protect people and deliver results. We continue to invest in training, safety systems, and technology to stay at the forefront of the sectors we serve.
Accreditations
We meet the highest industry standards, ensuring safety, quality and reliability on every project.
Get Your Project Started Today
Whether you need rope access, confined space entry, or civil engineering support, our team will provide a tailored quote or arrange a site visit to assess your project requirements.
A member of our team will review your request and contact you promptly. Site visits can be arranged if needed.
Trusted by commercial clients across the UK for nearly 30 years, we deliver safe, reliable, and efficient solutions.
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