You’ve booked the scaffolding, your roofer is ready to start, and then the North Wales weather has other ideas. Or perhaps the job reveals more work than expected. How long can the scaffolding stay up if your plans change?
The short answer is that it can stay in place for the agreed hire period, with an extension arranged if you need more time. Here’s how that works with Green Scaffolding Group.
What is the standard scaffolding hire period?
Our initial scaffolding hire period is 12 weeks. That gives most projects room to progress without you having to pin everything on a single completion date.
Some jobs, such as a straightforward roof repair, may take much less time. Others, including extensions, renovations and larger roofing projects, can take longer. When you request a quote, tell us what work is planned and how long you expect it to take. We can then plan the scaffold around the job.
What happens if the work goes past 12 weeks?
If you still need the scaffolding after the initial 12 weeks, an additional weekly hire charge applies. You don’t need to rush a job to fit the original plan, but it’s best to let us know as soon as you think you’ll need an extension.
We’ll explain the weekly charge in your quote or hire terms, so you know what to expect before the scaffold goes up.
What if my builder or roofer is delayed?
Delays happen. A run of bad weather, a change to the work or a wait for materials can all affect the schedule.
If your contractor needs more time, get in touch with us before your hire period ends. Tell us when they expect to finish and whether they’ll still need access to every part of the scaffold. We can discuss the extension and any changes needed.
If the work has paused altogether, it’s also worth speaking to your contractor about their revised start date. That will help you decide whether to keep the scaffold in place or arrange for it to be removed.
Can scaffolding stay up for months?
Yes, scaffolding can remain in place for longer projects when the hire arrangements and ongoing safety requirements are managed properly. There isn’t one hire length that suits every job.
The important thing is to keep us informed if your programme changes. A longer stay may also need extra planning where scaffolding occupies a pavement or other public space, as permission from the local authority may be required.
Who checks the scaffolding while it's up?
Scaffolding used for construction work needs to be inspected by a competent person before first use, at intervals of no more than seven days, and after circumstances that could affect its safety, such as high winds or a substantial alteration.
The scaffold user or hirer is responsible for ensuring those inspections are arranged. If you’re a homeowner and a builder or roofer is using the scaffold, agree with them who is managing inspections before work starts. We’ll discuss the arrangements with you as part of planning the job.
Please don’t move, remove or alter any part of the scaffolding yourself. If the work changes and your tradespeople need different access, contact us so the alteration can be assessed and carried out safely.
When should I book the scaffolding removal?
Once your contractor confirms that all work requiring the scaffold is complete, let us know and we’ll arrange to take it down. It’s worth checking that any final tasks, such as guttering, painting or roof inspections, have been finished before booking removal.
If you’re unsure whether you’ll need it for another week, give us a call. We’d rather help you plan the timing than have the scaffold removed before the last part of the job is done.
The scaffold user or hirer is responsible for ensuring those inspections are arranged. If you’re a homeowner and a builder or roofer is using the scaffold, agree with them who is managing inspections before work starts. We’ll discuss the arrangements with you as part of planning the job.
Please don’t move, remove or alter any part of the scaffolding yourself. If the work changes and your tradespeople need different access, contact us so the alteration can be assessed and carried out safely.
Planning a project in North Wales?
Whether you need scaffolding for a quick repair or a longer building project, tell us what work is planned and when your tradespeople expect to start. Our local team can advise on the access needed, provide a clear quote and explain the hire period before installation.
Or call the team on 01248 572572
