CASE STUDY

Pets at Home

Project:

Pets at Home

Location:

Stafford

Value:

£4.5 million

Sector:

Commercial

Services:

Earthworks

McCoy Contractors has completed a significant earthworks and ground engineering package for Pets at Home’s new national distribution warehouse in Stafford. The facility forms a key part of the retailer’s logistics expansion strategy, with the building designed to achieve BREEAM Excellent standards.‍

the Project.

Appointed to deliver all enabling earthworks, McCoy undertook large‑scale ground stabilisation and re‑engineering across the 100,000m² development platform.

The team executed a cut of 115,100m³ and a fill of 75,700m³, managing material movements efficiently to optimise programme and minimise environmental impact. Material modification works were carried out to achieve a 30% CBR, ensuring the platform met the structural performance requirements for the new warehouse.

McCoy also delivered 107,164m² of capping, providing a robust and uniform base for subsequent construction phases.

The precision of the earthworks was critical to supporting the building’s sustainability targets, with the stabilised platform contributing to long‑term durability and reduced maintenance demands.

Working closely with the principal contractor and design team, McCoy coordinated sequencing, testing and quality control to maintain progress across the fast‑track programme.

The project was completed on time and within the client’s allocated budget, reinforcing McCoy’s reputation for delivering large‑scale industrial earthworks with accuracy and reliability.

The completed platform provides Pets at Home with a high‑performance foundation for its new distribution hub, supporting the retailer’s continued growth and commitment to sustainable development.