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Scaffolding provides a sturdy structure that makes working at heights much safer. Aluminium scaffolding is among the most popular types of scaffolding, thanks to its superior strength to weight ratio. Aluminium scaffolding is, however, more expensive than other metal options such as steel and wooden scaffolding.
How can you reduce your scaffolding hire costs? Here are some tips to help you spend less.
A Shorter Minimum Hire Period
The minimum hire period varies from one scaffolding company to the next. For some, this is a few weeks, others longer. If you can get a company with a shorter minimum hire period such as two weeks, this is better for you, as it is more likely to cost you less. You can also agree to the minimum period, then extend the hire period, which should help you better manage your cash flow in the short run.
On-Site Surveys Before Providing Quotations
It is possible and quite easy to get a quote for your scaffolding off your site's blueprints. Unfortunately, there is an increased risk of under-or over-quoting with these offsite quotations. As such, it is best to have the scaffolding hire company do an on-site survey before preparing your quote.
An over-quotation will see you order and pay for more scaffolding than you need for your job. On the other hand, under-quoting will have you order you less than what you require, and this can lead to costly delays in executing your project.
Only Hire From Insured Companies
The reality is that accidents, although unfortunate, can happen at any time, and working at heights does come with some inherent risks. It can be quite financially draining for you if you have to cover the cost of personal injury or property damage for employees from the scaffolding hire company and the public.
You can rest easy and not worry about paying out of pocket for the compensation if you choose a scaffolding hire company with a comprehensive insurance plan. Insist that the company show you proof of insurance before signing your hire contract.
Prepare Your Site
Ensure that your site is well prepared so that the hired scaffolding doesn't lie idle or unused once it is delivered. Be it wooden or aluminium scaffolding, ensure you cover all your bases and have contingencies in place for possible site-related causes of delay in using the scaffolding.
Spend less on scaffolding by ensuring your site is well prepared, going for a shorter minimum hire period, and hiring only from insured companies. On-site surveys also help to ensure you get an accurate quote, free of costly errors.
For more information, contact a scaffolding service.
Share10 December 2020
Hello, my name is Colin and this is my construction blog. When people think of the construction industry, they often just imagine guys in hard hats building brick walls. While this is a popular image of the industry, it doesn't reflect the true diversity of different contractors and tradesmen who are involved in a construction project. Lasy year, my wife and I decided to construct our dream home. I had to arrange visits of plumbers, roofers, electricians, surveyors and home builders in order to get the job done. I learnt a lot during that experience, so I decided to start this blog.