The Drake Scaffolding team has recently completed another commercial scaffolding project in Exeter, providing essential access solutions for a large block of flats undergoing general maintenance, power washing, and decorating. As you can see from the images, this was a sizeable project requiring careful planning and execution to ensure safety and efficiency.
Providing Safe & Secure Access for Contractors
For extensive maintenance projects like this, safe and stable access is essential. A three-storey building presents unique challenges, and traditional ladders simply aren’t sufficient to provide contractors with the secure working platforms they need. By constructing a multi-level scaffolding structure, we enabled decorators and cleaners to safely and effectively access every part of the building’s exterior.
Efficiency & Minimal Disruption
Well-planned scaffolding makes projects like this quicker, safer, and more efficient. Our process is straightforward:
✔️ We erect the scaffolding swiftly and securely
✔️ Contractors complete their work with full accessibility
✔️ We remove the scaffolding seamlessly, leaving the site clean and tidy
This approach ensures that maintenance work is completed efficiently while keeping disruption to an absolute minimum.
Prioritising Resident Safety
Since this was an occupied residential building, we made sure to prioritise resident safety and accessibility throughout the project. We ensured that:
✅ Entrances and exits remained unobstructed
✅ All scaffolding structures were secure and hazard-free
✅ We adhered to strict health and safety regulations to protect residents, contractors, and passers-by
As always, we worked within agreed deadlines to ensure the project was completed smoothly and on schedule.
Need Commercial Scaffolding in Exeter?
For any commercial scaffolding needs in Exeter, we provide a full site inspection and consultation to discuss the best access solutions for your project.
Contact us today on 01752 219515 to arrange a free consultation.