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Self-erect mobile tower or alloy access tower — for short jobs or single-trade access.
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CISRS-card holders only.
Every scaffolder on site needs a CISRS card. No card = no insurance cover if there's an accident. Insist on seeing them.
Get the design drawing.
Any scaffold over 38m, or non-standard, needs a TG20 design or bespoke drawing. Without it, the scaffold isn't compliant — and your project isn't either.
Daily inspection certificate.
Working scaffolds need a SG4-compliant inspection at handover and every 7 days. Insist on the signed inspection paperwork.
Check pavement licence.
Anything on pavement or road needs a council pavement licence (£70–£300). Scaffolder usually arranges; check it's in place before they start.
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Indicative UK ranges and what affects price.
Cost range
By job type
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Source: NMT quotes
Source: NMT quotes
Domestic scaffold (1 side, 1 week)
£400–£900
Whole house scaffold (1 week)
£1.2k–£2.5k
Chimney access tower
£400–£900
Roof edge protection only
£600–£1.5k
Weekly extension (per week)
£50–£150
Pavement licence (council fee)
£70–£300
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Quote spread is typically ± 18% — always get 3 quotes.
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Mobile tower scaffolding — DIY-friendly aluminium towers. Wheel-mounted, lockable. Expect to pay £50–£500 per week for UK mobile tower hire.
What Does the Work Involve?
Hire firm delivers tower in flatpack. PASMA-trained or self-erecting. Wheel into position. Lock wheels. Use as working platform up to 5m typically. Returned at end.
Typical Costs
| Item | Low (£) | High (£) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile tower (3m high) weekly | 50 | 120 | Smallest |
| Mobile tower (5m high) weekly | 80 | 200 | Standard |
| Mobile tower (8m+) weekly | 150 | 400 | Larger |
| Daily hire (short job) | 20 | 80 | Per day |
| Cherry picker (per day) | 100 | 400 | 5-15m reach |
| Scissor lift (per day) | 80 | 300 | Stable platform |
| Spider lift (per day) | 300 | 800 | Tight access |
UK Regulations
PASMA training for tower erection. Working at Height Regs. 7 BS 1139 standard. MEWP IPAF certificate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Tower or scaffold?
Tower: short job, mobile, DIY-friendly. Scaffold: long job, permanent, qualified.
PASMA training essential?
For commercial use: yes. Domestic DIY: follow manufacturer instructions strictly.
Cherry picker or tower?
Cherry picker: heights 10m+, articulated reach. Tower: stable platform up to 8m.
How much can it hold?
Standard tower 150kg/m². Check load capacity for your work.
Daily or weekly cheaper?
Weekly rate 30-50% off daily. Plan job length.
Best UK tower brands?
BoSS, Youngman, UTS. PASMA-approved.
This guide was written with AI assistance and is intended for general information only. Prices are estimates based on UK averages and may vary by region. Always get at least three quotes and consult a qualified professional before starting any work.
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