Important Questions before Renting Scaffolding

Posted by nescaffold on January 11th, 2017

If you are working on a single project, or need scaffolding for only a short period of time, it makes economic sense to rent the equipment rather than buy. There are many scaffolding rental MA options but not all are the best. In order to make the right decision, there are some critical areas to think about.

Evaluate your needs

Speak to your contractor or other such professional as to the best scaffolding for your building’s needs. There are a number of options to choose from including supported, fixed and hanging scaffolding. The best option depends on the specific type of structure and building requirements. Evaluating your needs before hand makes it easer to narrow down the options and rental companies.

Set a budget

It is also important to come up with a reasonable budget. This will largely inform your decision on which rental company to work with. Many suppliers have calculators on their websites to help you estimate what the rental is likely to cost. Alternatively, call the company for an estimate. Generally speaking, local companies offer cheaper rental terms while national organizations have superior service. Visiting the supplier’s website is also a great way to find out if they have other services you might need such as containment, debris chutes and temporary fencing for example.

Find out what is included in the price

Ensuring that you know exactly what is included in the price helps to avoid nasty surprises once the invoice arrives. It also makes it easier to compare between suppliers. Some of the equipment that should or might be included in the price includes piping, couples, scaffold plans and toe boards. Some of these materials are essential in constructions.

Toe boards for example protect property, the construction crew and other people on the job site. Using the proper equipment also increases safety, efficiency and performance.

Read the terms

Ensure that there are no additional costs and that you fully understand the rental terms before signing the contract. Ensure that there is a provision to protect you in case the equipment does not perform as promised. In addition to this, make sure that you are comfortable with any penalties for damaged equipment. The rental duration should also be clear and serve your purposes.

Work with professionals

Lastly, even the best scaffolding cannot perform properly or safely if it is not operated and used by a trained professional. Ensure that the scaffolding is installed by a professional to minimize the risk of accidents and damage to the construction.