Ainscough Proud to Support DIY SOS in Life-Changing Home Transformation
- Meagan Wood
- Sep 10, 2025
- 3 min read
30 Second Takeaway
Ainscough Crane Hire has proudly supported the BBC’s DIY SOS programme in a life-changing home transformation project in Freckleton, Lancashire. Providing specialist lifting and transport equipment including a Liebherr 50-tonne Hybrid City Crane and a FASSI F820 HIAB Ainscough helped deliver a safe, accessible home for Daniel, a young disabled adult returning home after a long hospital stay.
Supporting a Remarkable DIY SOS Project in Lancashire
Ainscough Crane Hire was honoured to support the BBC’s much-loved programme DIY SOS during a major home renovation project in Freckleton, Lancashire.
The project focused on transforming the family home of Daniel, a young disabled adult with complex needs, to allow him to safely return home after an extended period in hospital.
Led by Nick Knowles, designer Gaby Blackman, and the dedicated DIY SOS production team at Southshore, the build brought together a vast network of volunteers, tradespeople, and local businesses from across the North West.
Specialist Lifting and Transport Support from Ainscough
As part of its contribution, Ainscough Crane Hire supplied key equipment critical to the success of the build, including:
A brand-new FASSI UK Ltd F820 HIAB for specialist transport operations
A Liebherr 50-tonne Hybrid City Crane, used extensively to support the safe installation of roof trusses
The hybrid city crane provided a compact, efficient, and low-emission lifting solution, well suited to the residential environment and tight working conditions on site.
End-to-End Logistics and On-Site Collaboration
Ainscough’s involvement began with the collection and delivery of essential equipment from London to the Freckleton site.
Throughout the project, Ainscough’s team worked closely with:
Site managers
Tradespeople
DIY SOS volunteers
This close collaboration ensured all heavy lifting and transport requirements were delivered safely, efficiently, and on schedule, allowing the wider team to focus on completing the transformation within the programme’s demanding timeframe.
Ainscough Perspective
Joe Embery, Transport Operations Planner at Ainscough, said:
“It has been an absolute privilege to play a part in this incredible transformation. The DIY SOS team, alongside the many selfless tradespeople and volunteers, created something truly special for Daniel and his family. We’re proud that our cranes and transport services could help bring the vision to life and contribute to such a meaningful cause.”
Episode to Air on BBC One
The completed project will feature in an upcoming episode of DIY SOS, airing on BBC One later this year.
The programme will showcase the extraordinary teamwork, generosity, and compassion behind the build, highlighting how industry expertise and community spirit combined to create a safe, accessible, and welcoming home for Daniel.
About Ainscough Crane Hire
Ainscough Crane Hire is the UK’s largest crane rental company, operating a fleet of more than 400 cranes from 30 locations nationwide. Alongside its commercial operations, Ainscough is committed to community engagement, social responsibility, and supporting projects that deliver lasting positive impact.
🔗 Website: https://www.ainscough.co.uk
About DIY SOS
DIY SOS is a long-running BBC television programme that brings together tradespeople, volunteers, and businesses to transform homes for families facing extraordinary challenges. Led by presenter Nick Knowles, the programme is known for its powerful storytelling and life-changing results.
🔗 BBC DIY SOS: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b006v5hl
Frequently Asked Questions
What project did Ainscough support?
Ainscough supported a DIY SOS home transformation for a young disabled adult in Freckleton, Lancashire.
What equipment did Ainscough provide?
Ainscough supplied a FASSI F820 HIAB for transport and a Liebherr 50-tonne Hybrid City Crane for lifting roof trusses.
Why was a hybrid city crane used?
The hybrid city crane provided a compact, efficient, and lower-emission lifting solution, ideal for a residential environment.
When will the episode air?
The episode will air on BBC One later this year.
Who led the DIY SOS project?
The project was led by Nick Knowles, Gaby Blackman, and the DIY SOS production team at Southshore.
