by Sheryl Selway | Aug 13, 2026 | Commercial Scaffolding
When a building needs fire protection work carried out at height, the scaffolding isn’t just an access solution — it becomes part of the fire safety process itself. Getting it right matters, both for the safety of the operatives carrying out the work and for the...
by Sheryl Selway | Jun 25, 2026 | Commercial Scaffolding, Plymouth Scaffolding
Working at height carries one of the highest risks in construction, and falls from height remain a leading cause of serious injury on UK building sites. Edge protection scaffolding is the primary control measure used to prevent this, and it is a legal requirement on...
by Sheryl Selway | Jun 10, 2026 | Commercial Scaffolding
When scaffolding goes up on your building, it creates access that would not normally exist. That is essential for your contractors, but it can also present an opportunity for intruders. Preventing unauthorised access to scaffolding is something every building owner,...
by Sheryl Selway | May 28, 2026 | Commercial Scaffolding, Plymouth Scaffolding
Chimneys are prone to taking a battering. Exposed at the highest point of a building, they face the full force of wind, rain, frost, and salt air, particularly across Plymouth, Devon, and Cornwall, where coastal conditions accelerate the deterioration of mortar and...
by Sheryl Selway | May 12, 2026 | Commercial Scaffolding
If you’re pricing up a project and need to factor in scaffolding, you’ll know that getting a realistic figure early matters. Delays, unexpected costs, and last-minute spec changes can eat into margins fast — and scaffolding is often where surprises happen,...
by Sheryl Selway | Feb 4, 2026 | Commercial Scaffolding
When planning south-west building, roofing, or renovation work, scaffolding is often essential. For some homeowners and contractors, the idea of DIY scaffolding can seem like a way to cut costs or speed things up. But is it really worth the risk? In this article, we...
