Solar Scaffolding for PV Installations

Need safe, reliable access for a solar panel install? Our CISRS-carded, CITB-trained team builds neat, compliant scaffolds with edge protection, roof access and material handling planned around your installer’s schedule. We provide clear communication, tidy sites and fast turnaround.

Ready for a fast quote? Call 01440 703519 or request a site survey.

What we provide for solar installs

Edge protection & roof access

Perimeter guardrails, properly spaced lifts and secure ladder access to keep roof teams safe on pitched and flat roofs.

Loading bays & handling

Loading bays and safe routes for panels, rails and fixings. We plan clear hoist/lift positions to minimise manual handling on site.

Designs & calculations (when required)

Where standard guidance isn’t suitable, we can supply calculations and drawings. Otherwise we follow recognised industry guidance for tube-and-fitting scaffolds.

Public protection

Debris netting, fans and clear segregation where work faces the street or public footways. We’ll advise on pavement/highway permits if needed.

Tidy setups

Neat ties, minimal footprint and careful protection of driveways, gardens and access paths. We leave sites clean and remove waste on dismantle.

Typical solar scaffold setups

  • Semi-detached/terrace: front elevation with edge protection, return to gable if needed, ladder access and lift at loading point.
  • Detached houses: two elevations for front-and-rear arrays, segregated access for residents.
  • Bungalows: low-level runs with full perimeter guardrails and safe working platforms.
  • Commercial roofs: longer elevations with loading zones and internal access where appropriate.

How we plan your project

  1. Survey: photos or a quick site visit to confirm elevations, roof pitch and obstacles (chimneys, skylights, dormers).
  2. Method: confirm arrays, access points and any fragile areas; agree dates with your installer.
  3. Quote: clear pricing and timeline, including any permits or design requirements.
  4. Install: tidy setup with handover and scaffold tags.
  5. Inspections: every 7 days and after alteration/adverse weather.
  6. Dismantle: quick removal once your installer has finished and the array is commissioned.

Safety, documentation & inspections

  • RAMS provided for every job
  • Scaffold tagging at handover and during inspections
  • 7-day inspections and after alteration or severe weather
  • Insurance details available with your quote

Areas we cover

We work daily across Suffolk, Essex and Cambridgeshire, with projects in nearby towns including Cambridge, Bury St Edmunds, Saffron Walden and Colchester.

FAQs

How quickly can you install?

Standard domestic setups are often turned around within a few days. If your installer has confirmed dates, tell us and we’ll plan the earliest slot.

Do you coordinate with my solar installer?

Yes—we’ll agree access points, loading areas and dates to keep the programme moving smoothly.

Do you handle pavement/highway permits?

Where a scaffold needs to stand on the public footway or road, we’ll advise and manage permits where applicable.

How long can the scaffold stay up?

We’ll agree a duration at the outset and can extend if needed. Inspections are carried out every 7 days and after alteration.

Book a free site survey

Call 01440 703519 or request a fast quote. Share your installer’s drawings or photos, and we’ll recommend the safest, most cost-effective setup for your solar project.

Also see: Domestic Scaffolding · Commercial Scaffolding