Hadlow, Kentinfo@thompsonstowers.com Mon–Sat 9am–5pm · Sunday closedOut of hours emergencies answered - Services Areas Our WorkReviewsAboutContactCall us direct07355 037000Get a Free Quote Call Home/ServicesCommercial Scaffolding # Commercial ScaffoldingIn Hadlow Shops, offices, schools and industrial units all need scaffolding that's designed for the job, properly documented and inspected throughout. We work directly with contractors and site managers to keep your programme moving. Get My Free Quote 07355 037000 Free site survey. RAMS and design drawings provided. CISRS-carded Fully trained scaffolders on every contract £10m insured Public and employers' liability cover RAMS provided Full paperwork before work starts Design available Drawings and calculations for non-standard rigs The Thompsons Towers standard ## Commercial 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. Get a Free Quote The service ## Scaffolding for commercial sites across Kent Commercial contracts bring their own pressures; programme dates, multiple trades on site at once, and a client or main contractor who needs paperwork in order before anyone climbs a lift. We work to those requirements as standard, not as an add-on. Mason leads our crews on site and can flex between one or two teams depending on the size and pace of the contract, while Katie manages communication so site managers get straight answers on timing and documentation without delay. Every scaffolder we send is CISRS-carded and trained in Asbestos Awareness, Manual Handling, Working at Heights and Scaffold Inspection through CITB, which matters when you're working alongside other trades and need confidence in who's on your site. For non-standard structures; cantilevers, loading bays, or scaffolds over public access; we can provide design drawings and calculations at extra charge, giving you the technical backup needed for building control or client sign-off. We take on commercial work across Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells, Maidstone, Sevenoaks, Ashford, Canterbury, Dartford, Gravesend and into London, working directly with builders, developers and facilities managers. ### Who it's for Building contractors, developers, facilities managers and shopfitters working on commercial or public buildings. ### When you need it New builds, refurbishments, roof and cladding replacement, shopfront work, or planned maintenance on multi-storey buildings. ### Why a professional scaffold Commercial sites carry higher footfall, more trades and stricter compliance requirements; the scaffold has to hold up to scrutiny as well as weight. What it costs to wait ## What goes wrong on commercial sites Commercial scaffolds fail for different reasons than domestic ones; usually because programme pressure pushes corners to be cut on documentation or design. ### Missing or out-of-date RAMS Work starting before risk assessments and method statements are signed off leaves the main contractor exposed if anything goes wrong. ### Undesigned loading for heavy materials Commercial jobs often need to store blockwork, cladding panels or plant on the scaffold; without proper design this overloads standard components. ### Public access left unprotected Scaffolds near pavements or shop entrances need fans, netting or hoarding to protect the public, which is often missed when a job is quoted too cheaply. ### Mistakes we get called out to fix Starting work before RAMS are signed off by all parties - Not confirming the contractor's insurance limits match the contract value - Ignoring the need for a scaffold design on complex or heavy-load structures - Failing to protect public footpaths and shop entrances during the build - Not booking in weekly inspections for longer contracts - Choosing the cheapest quote without checking CISRS card status of the crew Our process ## From First Call ToSigned-Off Scaffold 01 ### Site survey and scope We visit the site, review drawings if available, and understand access, loading and programme requirements before pricing. 02 ### Written quote and design You receive a written quote within a day; for non-standard structures we provide design drawings and calculations at extra charge. 03 ### RAMS and sign-off Full RAMS are prepared and shared with your site manager or principal contractor ahead of the build date. 04 ### Build and handover Our CISRS-carded team erects the scaffold to programme, with scaff tags and inspection records handed over before other trades access it. 05 ### Ongoing inspection and adaptation We inspect weekly through the contract and adjust the scaffold as the job progresses, then strike down once confirmed complete. What you get ## Specific Outcomes,Not Vague Promises ### Programme-matched turnaround Written quotes within a day and flexible crew numbers mean scaffolding doesn't become the bottleneck on your build. ### Documentation that satisfies principal contractors RAMS, scaff tags and inspection records are provided as standard, ready for your site file. ### Structures built to hold real commercial loads Design drawings and calculations are available for scaffolds carrying material storage, plant or heavy cladding. ### Competitive commercial pricing Our price promise means we'll beat any genuine written quote, without cutting back on insurance or crew quality. ### Consistent crew and communication The same team and office contact manage your contract from survey through to strike-down. ### Confidence for site managers and clients £10 million public and employers' liability cover, CISRS-carded labour and weekly inspections give a paper trail you can stand behind. In detail ## How we approach commercial scaffold contracts Commercial scaffolding needs the same core standards as domestic work, but scaled up in materials, method and paperwork to suit larger, busier sites. ### Materials Commercial jobs typically use heavier-duty tube and fitting systems, wider working platforms and additional bracing to cope with multiple trades and stored materials on the scaffold at once. Loading bays are built where materials need to be lifted directly onto the structure. Where the building or site demands it, we specify netting, debris sheeting or fan protection to control dust, falling material and weather exposure, particularly on occupied or public-facing buildings. ### Methods Larger commercial scaffolds are usually built in a planned sequence agreed with the principal contractor, often phased around other trades' access needs and delivery schedules. We coordinate delivery times to avoid site congestion. For work near public areas, we build in protected walkways, hoarding and signage so pedestrians and shop customers remain safe throughout the contract. ### Service variations We provide independent scaffolds, birdcages for internal or ceiling-level access, loading towers, and temporary roof structures depending on the nature of the commercial project. Each is priced and designed to the specific loading and access requirements. Longer commercial contracts sometimes need the scaffold adapted mid-project; extended, partially struck, or reconfigured as the works move through different phases of the building. ### Situations it applies to New commercial builds, office and retail refurbishments, school and public building maintenance, cladding replacement and industrial unit repairs are all typical commercial contracts we take on. We also support shopfitters and facilities teams needing short-notice access for signage, lighting or roof repairs on occupied commercial premises. ### Residential vs commercial differences Commercial contracts generally involve larger structures, heavier loading, multiple trades and stricter documentation requirements than domestic jobs, often requiring formal RAMS sign-off before any trade can access the scaffold. Insurance and inspection standards are identical across both; every job gets a CISRS-carded crew, weekly inspections and a scaff tag; but commercial sites usually need closer coordination with a principal contractor's own health and safety procedures. Common questions ## Commercial ScaffoldingQuestions Answered Still unsure? Ring 07355 037000 and speak to Katie or Mason directly. How is commercial scaffolding priced?+Pricing depends on scale, loading, duration and site access. A free site survey lets us give an accurate written quote, and we'll beat any genuine written quote already on the table. How quickly can you turn around a quote?+We aim to have a written quote back with you within one working day of the site survey, so your programme isn't held up waiting on scaffolding costs. What does the process look like for a commercial contract?+Site survey, written quote, RAMS preparation and sign-off, then a scheduled build with our CISRS-carded crew, followed by weekly inspections through the contract. Do you guarantee your scaffolds meet standards?+Yes. Every scaffold is built to be secure, safe and fit for its intended purpose, backed by RAMS, scaff tags and inspection records handed over to your site team. What's the standard hire period for a commercial contract?+A six-week hire is included as standard; for longer commercial programmes we agree extensions with you in advance so there are no surprises on cost. Can you respond to urgent commercial access needs?+Yes, we answer the phone out of hours and aim for a fast response, day or night, for urgent situations such as storm damage or unexpected access needs. What insurance and documentation do you carry?+We hold £10 million public liability and £10 million employers' liability insurance, and provide RAMS, scaff tags and weekly inspection records for every commercial job. Which areas do you cover for commercial work?+We take on commercial contracts across Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells, Maidstone, Sevenoaks, Ashford, Canterbury, Dartford, Gravesend, and into London. ## Related scaffolding services - New-Build Scaffolding - Access Scaffolding & Towers - Scaffold HireSee 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 - Sussex - EssexPostcode not listed? Check our coverage or ring the office. Free survey · Quote in one day ## Ready to get yourcommercial contract scaffolded? Book a free site survey and we'll return a written quote within one day, with RAMS ready ahead of your build date. 07355 037000Email the office - 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 - SundayClosedPhone answered out of hours for emergencies. Family-run scaffolding from Hadlow, near Tonbridge. CISRS-carded scaffolders working across Kent, Sussex and London. - ### Services Domestic Scaffolding - Commercial Scaffolding - Roofing Scaffolding - Chimney Scaffolding - Scaffolding For Extensions - New-Build Scaffolding - Renovation & Refurbishment - Temporary Roof Systems - Access Scaffolding & Towers - Emergency Scaffolding - Scaffold Hire - Repointing & Brickwork - Internal Scaffolding - Cladding Scaffolding - Rendering Scaffolding - Painting & Decorating Scaffolding - All scaffolding services ### Areas Covered - Tonbridge - Tunbridge Wells - Hadlow - Kings Hill - Paddock Wood - Maidstone - Sevenoaks - Ashford - Canterbury - Dartford - Gravesend - London - Sussex - Essex - All areas covered ### Contact Hadlow, Kent Office in Hadlow. Our yard is based in Five Oak Green. 07355 037000 info@thompsonstowers.com Mon–Sat 9am–5pm · Sunday closed - About Us - Our Work - Reviews - Contact © 2026 Thompsons Towers Scaffolding Services Ltd. All rights reserved. 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