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Domestic Scaffolding
Domestic ScaffoldingIn Hadlow
Loft conversions, extensions, re-roofs and repointing jobs all need a scaffold that's put up properly and taken down without a fuss. We survey your property, quote in writing within a day, and keep the site clean while we're there.
Free site survey. Written quote back within one day.
CISRS-carded
Every scaffolder trained and card-checked
£10m insured
Public and employers' liability cover
6-week hire
Included as standard on every job
Price promise
We beat any genuine written quote
The Thompsons Towers standard
Domestic Scaffolding Backed By A Team You Can Check
CISRS-carded scaffolders
Every scaffolder trained, carded and checked before they set foot on your property.
£10m public and employers' liability
Full cover in place on every domestic and commercial job we take on.
Free survey, quote in one day
We survey at no charge and send an itemised written quote back within one day.
Six-week hire included
Six weeks of hire as standard, with weekly inspections throughout.
The service
Scaffolding for homes across Kent
Most domestic scaffolding jobs come from a builder or homeowner needing safe access to a roof, chimney, wall or upper storey for a set period of work. Whether it's a two-storey semi in Tonbridge or a detached property out towards Sevenoaks, the scaffold has to fit the building, the boundary and the job in hand, not just be bolted up to a standard pattern.
We're a family business: Mason runs the crews on site, Katie handles the office and keeps you updated on timings and paperwork. That means when you call, you speak to someone who actually knows your job, not a call centre reading off a screen.
Domestic scaffolds are usually smaller than commercial rigs but the standards are identical: CISRS-carded labour, RAMS provided before we start, and a scaff tag fixed to the structure so anyone on site can see it's been inspected. We carry out weekly inspections for the length of the hire.
Because we work in residential streets with neighbours, parked cars and narrow driveways, we plan access and delivery times carefully. Materials are stacked tidily, walkways are kept clear, and the scaffold is dismantled and removed as soon as it's no longer needed rather than left standing.
We cover Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells, Hadlow, Kings Kill, Paddock Wood, Maidstone, Sevenoaks and the wider Kent, Sussex and London area, so most domestic jobs are within easy reach for a quick survey visit.
Who it's for
Homeowners and builders working on houses, bungalows and flats needing safe, temporary access to upper levels.
When you need it
Loft conversions, extensions, re-roofing, chimney work, rendering, painting or repointing above ground floor height.
Why a professional scaffold
A properly designed and inspected scaffold protects your trades, your property and your neighbours from falls and falling material.
What it costs to wait
What goes wrong with domestic scaffolding
Domestic jobs are often squeezed into tight sites, shared driveways or narrow terraced streets, and that's exactly where corners get cut. Here's where the risk usually sits.
Unstable ground bearing
Standards placed on soft lawn, loose paving or over drains without base plates and sole boards can settle unevenly and destabilise the whole structure.
Boundary and access disputes
Scaffolds that overhang a neighbour's garden or block a shared path without agreement cause friction that can delay or halt the job.
Overloaded platforms
Stacking tiles, boards or bagged materials on a scaffold not designed for that load is one of the most common causes of collapse on smaller sites.
Mistakes we get called out to fix
- Hiring a scaffold with no scaff tag or written inspection record
- Assuming ladders alone are safe for chimney or roof work
- Leaving a scaffold up for months after the job has finished
- Not checking the contractor holds public liability insurance
- Building tight against a boundary without speaking to the neighbour first
- Skipping a written quote and agreeing a price over the phone only
Our process
From First Call To
Signed-Off Scaffold
01
Free site survey
We visit the property, measure up, check ground conditions, access and any boundary issues before anything is priced.
02
Written quote within a day
You get a clear, itemised quote back within one working day, with the six-week hire period built in.
03
RAMS and scheduling
Once you confirm, we prepare RAMS, agree a build date with you, and arrange delivery of materials to fit around your other trades.
04
Build and handover
Our CISRS-carded team erects the scaffold, fits the scaff tag, and hands over inspection records before your trades start work.
05
Weekly checks and strike-down
We inspect weekly through the hire, then dismantle and clear the site promptly once you confirm the scaffold's no longer needed.
What you get
Specific Outcomes,
Not Vague Promises
Safe access for every trade on site
Roofers, chimney sweeps, renderers and painters all get a stable, inspected platform rather than improvised ladder work.
Built to stand for the whole job
Correctly based and tied scaffolding holds firm through the full hire period, including bad weather.
No overpaying for the job
Our price promise means we'll match or beat any genuine written scaffolding quote you've already had.
One point of contact throughout
Katie manages communication so you're not chasing different people for updates, invoices or inspection paperwork.
Clean, tidy work in residential streets
Locally known as the posh scaffolders; we keep materials stacked neatly and respect your property and neighbours.
In detail
How we build and manage domestic scaffolds
A domestic scaffold looks simple from the pavement, but the materials, method and design behind it all affect how safely and smoothly your job runs.
Materials
We use standard steel tube and fitting scaffold systems with base plates and sole boards spread over soft or uneven ground to stop settlement. Board decking is laid flat and secured with toe boards and guard rails at every working lift.
Ties are fixed back into the building structure at set intervals rather than relying on the scaffold standing free, which matters on taller two- and three-storey homes. Where a non-standard scaffold is needed, we can provide design drawings and calculations at extra charge.
Methods
Every domestic scaffold starts with a ground check and a plan for how it will be tied, loaded and accessed before a single pole goes up. We sequence the build to minimise disruption, often starting early to clear pavements and driveways before the street gets busy.
Access is usually via a ladder bay with a lockable gate at ground level to stop unauthorised use, which matters on a residential street with passing pedestrians and children.
Service variations
Domestic scaffolding covers everything from a single lift for guttering work to a full birdcage for a loft conversion spanning the whole roof. Some jobs need a scaffold on one elevation only, others need to wrap around two or three sides of the house.
We also handle staged scaffolds, where the rig is adjusted partway through a job as work moves from the ground floor extension up to the roofline, avoiding the cost of two separate hires.
Situations it applies to
Loft conversions, rear and side extensions, full re-roofs, chimney rebuilds, external wall insulation, rendering and repointing are the most common domestic jobs we scaffold across Tonbridge and the wider Kent area.
We also scaffold for one-off maintenance jobs like gutter clearing or fascia replacement where a tower or standard lift is the more cost-effective option rather than a full independent scaffold.
Residential vs commercial differences
Domestic scaffolds are typically smaller, built faster, and have to work around parked cars, shared driveways and neighbouring gardens in a way commercial sites rarely do. Access is often narrower, so material handling is planned carefully in advance.
The inspection, insurance and RAMS standards don't change between domestic and commercial work, a house scaffold gets the same CISRS-carded team, weekly inspection and scaff tag as a commercial contract.
Common questions
Domestic Scaffolding
Questions Answered
Still unsure? Ring 07355 037000 and speak to Katie or Mason directly.
How much does domestic scaffolding cost?+
It depends on the size of the property, the scope of work and how long you need it for. We don't quote blind, a free site survey lets us give you an accurate written price, and we'll beat any genuine written quote you've already had.
How long does it take to get a quote?+
We aim to get a written quote back to you within one working day of the site survey, so you can plan the rest of your build schedule without a long wait.
What's the process from enquiry to scaffold going up?+
Free survey, written quote within a day, then once you confirm we prepare RAMS and book a build date that fits around your other trades.
Do you guarantee the scaffold is safe?+
Yes. Every scaffold we build is checked to be secure, safe and fit for its intended purpose, with RAMS, a scaff tag and inspection records handed over on completion.
How long can I hire the scaffold for?+
A six-week hire period is included as standard on every job. If your build overruns, just let us know and we'll agree an extension with you.
Can you help in an emergency, like storm damage?+
Yes, we answer the phone out of hours and aim for a fast response, day or night, for urgent situations like storm-damaged roofs needing temporary protection.
What paperwork do you provide?+
You'll receive RAMS before the build, a scaff tag fixed to the structure, and weekly inspection records throughout the hire. We hold £10 million public liability and £10 million employers' liability insurance.
Do you cover my area?+
We scaffold homes across Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells, Hadlow, Kings Hill, Paddock Wood, Maidstone, Sevenoaks, Ashford, Canterbury, Dartford, Gravesend and London.
Related scaffolding services
See every service on the scaffolding services overview or read more about Thompsons Towers.
Areas we cover
- Tonbridge
- Tunbridge Wells
- Hadlow
- Kings Hill
- Paddock Wood
- Maidstone
- Sevenoaks
- Ashford
- Canterbury
- Dartford
- Gravesend
- London
Postcode not listed? Check our coverage or ring the office.
Free survey · Quote in one day
Ready to get your
domestic scaffold quoted?
Book a free site survey and we'll have a written quote back with you within one day.
- CISRS-carded scaffolders
- £10m public & employers' liability
- RAMS, scaff tags & inspections
- Six-week hire included as standard
Opening hours
- Monday9am – 5pm
- Tuesday9am – 5pm
- Wednesday9am – 5pm
- Thursday9am – 5pm
- Friday9am – 5pm
- Saturday9am – 5pm
- SundayClosed
Phone answered out of hours for emergencies.