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If you need professional scaffold erectors for your scaffolding Midhurst project, then please get in touch. We specialise in projects large and small and can accommodate a wide range of requirements, including scaffolds for:
At Midhurst Scaffolding, we prioritise safe and dependable scaffold structures. We offer a comprehensive erecting and dismantling service for a wide range of projects, ensuring secure access to elevated areas for anyone who needs to work safely at height. Free quotations are provided to all clients, including domestic, commercial, and construction companies.
You can rely on our scaffolding erection service to be on time and deliver excellent value for money at a competitive price. We’ve established strong customer relationships and a professional working atmosphere. Here are some additional benefits of using Midhurst Scaffolding for your access platform needs:
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We provide risk assessments and method statements. .
Public and employee liability insurance of £10 million.
We offer a 24-hour emergency response service.
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While we do not sell scaffold equipment, we source the majority of our materials from reputable suppliers, some of which we have listed below. They are widely recognised as leading providers of tubes, boards, fittings, and a comprehensive range of scaffold supplies
Scaffolding provides a temporary, elevated working platform constructed from steel tubes and timber boards, enabling safe access for various tradespeople and their materials during construction, maintenance, and repair work.
Scaffold erectors, also called scaffolders, are responsible for the erecting and dismantling of temporary elevated platforms, enabling safe working at height. They meticulously move, position, and connect scaffold parts with hand tools and equipment, ultimately providing a stable structure upon which construction workers and DIYers rely.
It depends on the situation. While buying scaffolding can be economical for frequent, ongoing use, you’ll still need a certified professional to erect it. In most cases, it’s more efficient and cost-effective to hire a scaffolding contractor to supply, erect, and dismantle the scaffold for you.
While scaffolding isn’t universally mandated, regulations concerning ‘working at height’ are stringent. Consequently, scaffolding is often essential for ensuring safety. Essentially, legal requirements prioritise safe working at height, and scaffolding frequently provides the necessary solution.
Scaffolding erected entirely within your property’s boundaries doesn’t require planning permission. However, if any part of the scaffolding extends onto public land, such as the pavement or road, a scaffolding licence from the local council is mandatory, but this is not planning permission.
A pavement permit is necessary for any scaffold erected on public land, such as a pathway or highway. We will take care of the license application with the local council, ensuring full compliance.
Scaffolding hire costs can vary significantly. The final price depends on factors such as property size, including height and length, the complexity of the scaffold required, and the duration of the rental.
Below are some examples of “guide” prices.
However, it is recommended that you obtain a full quotation and only use these prices as a budgeting guide.
Several key factors influence the cost of scaffolding:
Firstly, strict safety regulations mandate the use of high-quality materials, like durable steel, which require regular rigorous inspections.
Secondly, these robust materials are inherently expensive to buy, with the volume needed increasing with project scale.
Thirdly, specialised and certified scaffolders are required for safe erection and dismantling, adding further to costs.
Fourthly, logistical challenges, including transportation of bulky materials on large lorries, contribute to expenses.
Finally, intricate building designs and complex site conditions require customised scaffolding solutions, increasing both material and labour costs.
Yes, a neighbour can refuse access. Although most professional scaffolding erectors will try to find workarounds for narrow areas, there are instances where scaffold tubes must encroach on neighbouring land. In all cases, obtaining prior permission is essential before any scaffolding is put up.
Although you can legally refuse scaffolding on your land, this may create conflicts with neighbours, especially if they require it for necessary repairs. Therefore, attempting to reach a mutually satisfactory agreement is highly recommended.
Many people wonder if they can erect scaffolding themselves, but it’s crucial to understand that only trained scaffolders can; this is because scaffolding work is inherently dangerous. If it’s not done correctly, you risk the scaffold collapsing, which could lead to serious or fatal accidents.
You can expect scaffolding setup to take anywhere from a few hours for small jobs to several weeks for larger, more complicated projects. The exact time depends on factors like size, complexity, and where the site is located.
Good scaffolding erectors will use paddings, like plastic tredda plates, base plates and wooden sole boards, to keep the scaffold legs (verticals) from touching your patio. This stops scratches and scuffs as long as the scaffold is put up properly.
Your neighbour should always ask before putting scaffolding over your property. Talking to them and getting a written agreement can stop arguments. If you’re really worried, get legal advice. If you are having scaffolding erected, it’s always best to stay friendly with your neighbours and ask for permission first.
If you’re dealing with gutter repairs, whether it’s just cleaning and clearing blockages or replacing old gutters with new ones, scaffolding will make the job much faster and easier. It’s the most efficient and safest way to get the work done.
Professional painters rely on scaffolding for stability and reach, making it safer and more efficient than ladders or mobile towers. If you are painting your property, you may opt to use other means of access. However, scaffolding is always the safest option, especially when ladders are unsuitable or obstacles are in the way and need to be spanned and bridged.
You can work on some domestic roofs without scaffolding, but it can be very hazardous. Most roofing jobs need scaffolding by law, but there are exceptions for smaller projects. Even if it’s not legally required, it’s always safer to use a scaffold.
You should never alter scaffolding yourself as it’s illegal and really dangerous. Only qualified scaffolders are allowed to make changes. This is what the Work at Height Regulations 2005 state.
If you’re repointing your whole house or working high up, you’ll need scaffolding to ensure safety. However, ladders and harnesses may do the job for small lower sections of repointing work.
Scaffolding makes working high up safer by giving you a solid platform to stand on. This stop falls and lets you get the job done right with good support and clear walking space whilst handrails and toeboards protect you.
If you’re doing a lot of work on your chimney, and it’s high up, you’ll probably need scaffolding. Scaffolds are always the best option to get the job done safely when working at height.
Yes, ladders should always be left when it is safe to do so. Ladders are initially used to provide workers access from the ground to the first level of the scaffolding. Ladders can then be positioned and secured internally, if required, on each level up to the top of the structure.
We aim to provide your scaffolding quote ASAP, where possible. To do so, please have the following information readily available: your contact details, property address and type, building height, number of sides that require scaffold, hire duration, installation date, photos (if available), and truck access. This will expedite your scaffolding quote. Please note that not all scaffolds can be priced over the telephone and may require a site visit.
Unfortunately, it is common for scaffolding to obstruct windows due to how it is constructed. However, scaffolders always strive to maintain clear emergency exit windows whenever feasible, but some window blockage is often unavoidable.
The cost of a temporary roof scaffold varies based on the building’s size, complexity, and rental duration. Temporary roof structures are very labour-intensive and require a lot of materials, so you can expect to pay approximately:
However, these figures are intended as estimates only. Numerous factors, particularly height and square footage, can significantly influence the final cost.
For a free quote from a reputable scaffold erector, please reach out to our estimators. Simply fill out our online form, call, or email us. We aim for same-day scaffolding Midhurst quotes whenever possible; however, complex projects or site assessments may require more time.
