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/ServicesDomestic Scaffolding # Domestic ScaffoldingIn Hadlow Loft conversions, extensions, re-roofs and repointing jobs all need a scaffold that's put up properly and taken down without a fuss. We survey your property, quote in writing within a day, and keep the site clean while we're there. Get My Free Quote 07355 037000 Free site survey. Written quote back within one day. CISRS-carded Every scaffolder trained and card-checked £10m insured Public and employers' liability cover 6-week hire Included as standard on every job Price promise We beat any genuine written quote The Thompsons Towers standard ## Domestic 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 homes across Kent Most domestic scaffolding jobs come from a builder or homeowner needing safe access to a roof, chimney, wall or upper storey for a set period of work. Whether it's a two-storey semi in Tonbridge or a detached property out towards Sevenoaks, the scaffold has to fit the building, the boundary and the job in hand, not just be bolted up to a standard pattern. We're a family business: Mason runs the crews on site, Katie handles the office and keeps you updated on timings and paperwork. That means when you call, you speak to someone who actually knows your job, not a call centre reading off a screen. Domestic scaffolds are usually smaller than commercial rigs but the standards are identical: CISRS-carded labour, RAMS provided before we start, and a scaff tag fixed to the structure so anyone on site can see it's been inspected. We carry out weekly inspections for the length of the hire. Because we work in residential streets with neighbours, parked cars and narrow driveways, we plan access and delivery times carefully. Materials are stacked tidily, walkways are kept clear, and the scaffold is dismantled and removed as soon as it's no longer needed rather than left standing. We cover Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells, Hadlow, Kings Kill, Paddock Wood, Maidstone, Sevenoaks and the wider Kent, Sussex and London area, so most domestic jobs are within easy reach for a quick survey visit. ### Who it's for Homeowners and builders working on houses, bungalows and flats needing safe, temporary access to upper levels. ### When you need it Loft conversions, extensions, re-roofing, chimney work, rendering, painting or repointing above ground floor height. ### Why a professional scaffold A properly designed and inspected scaffold protects your trades, your property and your neighbours from falls and falling material. What it costs to wait ## What goes wrong with domestic scaffolding Domestic jobs are often squeezed into tight sites, shared driveways or narrow terraced streets, and that's exactly where corners get cut. Here's where the risk usually sits. ### Unstable ground bearing Standards placed on soft lawn, loose paving or over drains without base plates and sole boards can settle unevenly and destabilise the whole structure. ### Boundary and access disputes Scaffolds that overhang a neighbour's garden or block a shared path without agreement cause friction that can delay or halt the job. ### Overloaded platforms Stacking tiles, boards or bagged materials on a scaffold not designed for that load is one of the most common causes of collapse on smaller sites. ### Mistakes we get called out to fix Hiring a scaffold with no scaff tag or written inspection record - Assuming ladders alone are safe for chimney or roof work - Leaving a scaffold up for months after the job has finished - Not checking the contractor holds public liability insurance - Building tight against a boundary without speaking to the neighbour first - Skipping a written quote and agreeing a price over the phone only Our process ## From First Call ToSigned-Off Scaffold 01 ### Free site survey We visit the property, measure up, check ground conditions, access and any boundary issues before anything is priced. 02 ### Written quote within a day You get a clear, itemised quote back within one working day, with the six-week hire period built in. 03 ### RAMS and scheduling Once you confirm, we prepare RAMS, agree a build date with you, and arrange delivery of materials to fit around your other trades. 04 ### Build and handover Our CISRS-carded team erects the scaffold, fits the scaff tag, and hands over inspection records before your trades start work. 05 ### Weekly checks and strike-down We inspect weekly through the hire, then dismantle and clear the site promptly once you confirm the scaffold's no longer needed. What you get ## Specific Outcomes,Not Vague Promises ### Fast turnaround from quote to build A written quote within a day means you're not left waiting to book in the rest of your building schedule. ### Safe access for every trade on site Roofers, chimney sweeps, renderers and painters all get a stable, inspected platform rather than improvised ladder work. ### Built to stand for the whole job Correctly based and tied scaffolding holds firm through the full hire period, including bad weather. ### No overpaying for the job Our price promise means we'll match or beat any genuine written scaffolding quote you've already had. ### One point of contact throughout Katie manages communication so you're not chasing different people for updates, invoices or inspection paperwork. ### Clean, tidy work in residential streets Locally known as the posh scaffolders; we keep materials stacked neatly and respect your property and neighbours. In detail ## How we build and manage domestic scaffolds A domestic scaffold looks simple from the pavement, but the materials, method and design behind it all affect how safely and smoothly your job runs. ### Materials We use standard steel tube and fitting scaffold systems with base plates and sole boards spread over soft or uneven ground to stop settlement. Board decking is laid flat and secured with toe boards and guard rails at every working lift. Ties are fixed back into the building structure at set intervals rather than relying on the scaffold standing free, which matters on taller two- and three-storey homes. Where a non-standard scaffold is needed, we can provide design drawings and calculations at extra charge. ### Methods Every domestic scaffold starts with a ground check and a plan for how it will be tied, loaded and accessed before a single pole goes up. We sequence the build to minimise disruption, often starting early to clear pavements and driveways before the street gets busy. Access is usually via a ladder bay with a lockable gate at ground level to stop unauthorised use, which matters on a residential street with passing pedestrians and children. ### Service variations Domestic scaffolding covers everything from a single lift for guttering work to a full birdcage for a loft conversion spanning the whole roof. Some jobs need a scaffold on one elevation only, others need to wrap around two or three sides of the house. We also handle staged scaffolds, where the rig is adjusted partway through a job as work moves from the ground floor extension up to the roofline, avoiding the cost of two separate hires. ### Situations it applies to Loft conversions, rear and side extensions, full re-roofs, chimney rebuilds, external wall insulation, rendering and repointing are the most common domestic jobs we scaffold across Tonbridge and the wider Kent area. We also scaffold for one-off maintenance jobs like gutter clearing or fascia replacement where a tower or standard lift is the more cost-effective option rather than a full independent scaffold. ### Residential vs commercial differences Domestic scaffolds are typically smaller, built faster, and have to work around parked cars, shared driveways and neighbouring gardens in a way commercial sites rarely do. Access is often narrower, so material handling is planned carefully in advance. The inspection, insurance and RAMS standards don't change between domestic and commercial work, a house scaffold gets the same CISRS-carded team, weekly inspection and scaff tag as a commercial contract. Common questions ## Domestic ScaffoldingQuestions Answered Still unsure? Ring 07355 037000 and speak to Katie or Mason directly. How much does domestic scaffolding cost?+It depends on the size of the property, the scope of work and how long you need it for. We don't quote blind, a free site survey lets us give you an accurate written price, and we'll beat any genuine written quote you've already had. How long does it take to get a quote?+We aim to get a written quote back to you within one working day of the site survey, so you can plan the rest of your build schedule without a long wait. What's the process from enquiry to scaffold going up?+Free survey, written quote within a day, then once you confirm we prepare RAMS and book a build date that fits around your other trades. Do you guarantee the scaffold is safe?+Yes. Every scaffold we build is checked to be secure, safe and fit for its intended purpose, with RAMS, a scaff tag and inspection records handed over on completion. How long can I hire the scaffold for?+A six-week hire period is included as standard on every job. If your build overruns, just let us know and we'll agree an extension with you. Can you help in an emergency, like storm damage?+Yes, we answer the phone out of hours and aim for a fast response, day or night, for urgent situations like storm-damaged roofs needing temporary protection. What paperwork do you provide?+You'll receive RAMS before the build, a scaff tag fixed to the structure, and weekly inspection records throughout the hire. We hold £10 million public liability and £10 million employers' liability insurance. Do you cover my area?+We scaffold homes across Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells, Hadlow, Kings Hill, Paddock Wood, Maidstone, Sevenoaks, Ashford, Canterbury, Dartford, Gravesend and London. ## Related scaffolding services - Scaffolding For Extensions - Roofing Scaffolding - Chimney ScaffoldingSee 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 yourdomestic scaffold quoted? Book a free site survey and we'll have a written quote back with you within one day. 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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