Carrying out a home improvement project can be both exciting and challenging. Whether you’re planning to extend your home or you want to renovate your whole property, it’s important that you have the right suppliers and builders on board - and this includes the right scaffolding company too. Scaffolding is used to provide extra support and safety for workers and materials during the construction or repair of a building and is legally required for larger building projects.

With so many scaffolding companies out there today, it can be difficult to separate the good from the bad. When it comes to choosing scaffolders for your home improvement project, it’s important that you choose a reliable and reputable company, and one that uses high-quality materials.

The key to finding a reliable scaffolder is to do your research beforehand. Not only is it important that you choose a company that has plenty of experience and a great reputation, but you need to look for one with the right insurance and healthy and safety precautions too.

Below, we share our top tips for finding a reliable scaffolding company for your next home improvement project.



Read online reviews and testimonials

A quick search on the internet will pull up several scaffolding companies in your local area, but how do you tell which ones are the most reliable? The best way to find out more about a company and learn whether previous customers and clients have been happy with their work is to read online customer reviews and testimonials.

A quick online search should bring up company reviews. If there are lots of negative reviews, it’s best to take your business elsewhere and find a different company. Remember, any reputable scaffolding company will be more than happy to display customer testimonials on their website or provide you with examples of their previous works and projects.

Work out your budget beforehand

Before you start any project, it’s important to work out your budget. This will ensure that you don’t overspend and give you a clear idea of how much you have to spend on different aspects of your project. It’s important that you find a scaffolding company that fits your budget and one that can offer you the right services for the right price. Before you hire a scaffolding company, always make sure that you discuss your budget with them.

Look for an experienced scaffolding company

When it comes to selecting a reliable scaffolding company, it’s best to look for one that has plenty of experience. It’s great to support start-up companies, but when it comes to scaffolding, you want to choose a scaffolder that has lots of experience under their belt. The more experience a company has, the better equipped they’ll be to provide you with the services you need.

There are lots of different types of scaffolding and it’s important to find a company that is experienced in the particular scaffolding you require for your project. Before you choose a company, find out when they were first established and how much experience the team has.

A good way to work out whether a company is right for you is to talk to them. An experienced company with a fully qualified team will be more than happy to discuss any concerns you have and answer all of your questions regarding your project.

Make sure the company has adequate insurance

All scaffolding companies in the UK must have the relevant insurance cover before they begin trading. Unfortunately, there are still some companies that operate without the correct insurance cover in place - and it’s crucial that you avoid working with these companies. It’s important to check whether the scaffolding company in question is insured. While companies are under no obligation to tell you whether they’re insured or not, you should always ask them whether they have it.

Shop around for quotes

It’s always best to gather a few quotes from different companies before making a decision. We recommend narrowing your selection down to three different companies and getting in touch with them for a quote. When requesting a quote, make sure that the quote details a full breakdown of the costs involved, including any hidden or future costs too. This will help you factor the costs into your budget.

Once you’ve received three quotes, compare them against each other. It’s important to remember that the cheapest quote doesn’t necessarily mean it's the best deal; you should be wary of suspiciously cheap quotes as this could be an indication that the company is cutting corners or using cheaper materials.

Put health and safety first

It’s crucial that you choose a company that puts health and safety first, and this is where it really pays to do your research. Your home renovation project needs to be as safe as possible, so it’s important to discuss health and safety at length with the company. Check if the company has any health and safety policies, regulations, credentials or certifications. If they’re not clearly displayed on the company website, don’t be afraid to ask about their credentials beforehand.  

Recognised safety bodies to keep an eye out for include The Construction Industry Training Board, CITB and SMAS Workspace.

Choose a scaffolding company you can trust

Finally, it’s important to choose a scaffolding company that you can trust. The company in question will be around your home setting up scaffolding, so it’s crucial that you can trust them and feel comfortable with them. They’ll be setting up scaffolding in and around your home renovation space, so you need to feel at ease with the company you choose.

Again, the best way to build a good relationship with your scaffolding company is to meet and talk with them beforehand. They should know exactly what your project involves and the scaffolding services you require. When it comes to choosing people to work on your home, it’s always best to go with your gut - if you have a bad feeling about a company or you’ve stumbled across several negative reviews, it’s probably best to do some more searching to find a scaffolder you can rely on.

If you know anyone who has completed a home renovation project, it may be worth asking them for recommendations of local scaffolding companies. Word of mouth is a great way to find a reliable, trustworthy and reputable company for your project.

MTS Scaffolding: Residential Scaffolding Hire in Gloucestershire

If you need scaffolding for your home improvement project, you needn’t look further than MTS Scaffolding. We provide scaffolding for home extensions, loft conversions, painting and decorating jobs, rendering, roofing works, chimney maintenance or removal and general maintenance. Working directly with homeowners or small builders, our skilled and qualified team are dedicated to ensuring the project is completed safely and efficiently.

We always do everything we can to keep our prices low and competitive, and we’re proud to be a firm that is committed to health and safety. At MTS Scaffolding, we always go above and beyond to make sure that we conduct ourselves professionally at all times whilst working on your property. Our offices are open seven days a week and we’re only a phone call away if you have any questions.

To learn more about our services, including access solutions, visit our website today.