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Ainscough Proud to Support DIY SOS in Life-Changing Home Transformation

Ainscough Crane Hire supports a DIY SOS home transformation in Lancashire, providing specialist lifting and transport equipment for a life-changing project.

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 .

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