The Origins
W.J. Hatt Limited was founded in 1937 by Jack Hatt, originally focusuing on agricultural contract work and demolitions. Over the years, the firm expanded into the construction of lakes and ponds, the installation of water schemes, foul & storm drainage solutions, and the design & creation of water features. We also specialise in fixing water leaks and burst pipes, predominantly in the Berkshire and Oxfordshire area.
The Second Generation
In 1976, Jack’s son Mark Hatt joined the firm. He brought valuable civil engineering experience from projects both in the UK and abroad. When Jack retired in the mid-1990s, Mark took over the running of the business together with his wife Pauline. Pauline added her own expertise in horticulture and landscaping, which helped shape the services we offer today.
The THIRD Generation
For many years, their son Oliver worked in the southwest of England for a major groundworks company. Here, he carried out work in a range of fields, gaining experience in foundation concreting, drainage, road construction and landscaping. In 2011, Oliver moved back to Berkshire to become part of the family company.
Today’s Leadership
Just before the pandemic hit in 2020, Mark took a well-earned retirement and Oliver became the third-generation leader of W.J. Hatt Ltd, running the business with his wife, Liv. With her background in project management, Liv manages day-to-day operations and keeps everything running smoothly from her base in the Goring Heath office.
Today, W.J. Hatt Ltd operates mainly across the Home Counties. We use our own equipment and employ a loyal team of long-term staff. We also work carefully with chosen suppliers to deliver reliable, high-quality services. Visit our Affiliates page to learn more about the partners we trust.
