Safe, Smart, and Reliable: Drake Scaffolding’s Work Across South West Schools
At Drake Scaffolding, we know that working in school environments demands far more than just expert scaffold erection. It requires planning, precision, safeguarding, and a commitment to minimal disruption. Over the years, we’ve had the privilege of supporting many...
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NASC Accreditation – A Mark of Excellence in Scaffolding
Earlier this year, Drake Scaffolding proudly achieved re-certification as an NASC-accredited contractor, maintaining our place as a trusted and safety-conscious scaffolding company. This prestigious accreditation isn’t a one-off award — it requires ongoing compliance,...
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The Importance of Scaffolding Surveys: Ensuring Safety and Compliance
When undertaking any construction, renovation, or maintenance project, safety is paramount. One crucial element that must not be overlooked is the scaffolding survey. A thorough scaffolding survey ensures that structures are safe, compliant with regulations, and fit...
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Scaffolding FAQs: Everything You Need to Know
Scaffolding is an essential part of construction, renovation, and maintenance projects, providing safe access for workers and ensuring projects are completed efficiently. However, if you're hiring scaffolding for the first time, you likely have questions about how it...
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Scaffolding Safety in High Winds
Given all the storms we’ve been experiencing of late, it’s more important than ever to ensure scaffolding is secure and safe in high winds. Strong gusts can pose significant risks, not only to workers but also to the public and surrounding properties. Proper...
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Things You Might Not Know About Scaffolding
Scaffolding is an essential part of construction and renovation projects, but despite its ubiquity, it’s often taken for granted. Many people walk by scaffolding daily without a second thought, yet it has a fascinating history and plays a crucial role in the world...
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Choosing a South West Scaffolding company
When selecting a South West scaffolding company for your project, a quick online search might seem like the easiest solution. However, scaffolding plays a critical role in the safety and efficiency of construction, renovation, or maintenance projects. Choosing the...
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Installing a Temporary Roof in Barnstaple: A Look Back at One of Projects
A common type of project we take on is the installation of temporary roofs, with one recent example being a job we completed in Barnstaple for a BT building. But why was a temporary roof necessary in this case? The building was about to undergo significant...
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