The Best Scaffolding Tips for 2026

With the building season off to a good start, tool and equipment hire are back on the to-do list.

Whether you’re tackling a DIY home renovation or a larger construction project in the Gansbaai area, you’ll need scaffolding to get the job done. A well-set-up scaffold keeps builders safe, saves time, and makes working at height far less stressful than balancing on a ladder. 

Coastal Hire Gansbaai has a solid reputation for supplying heavy-duty scaffolding and related products. With a wide range of top-quality building, gardening and DIY tools and equipment available, this family-owned and run business is always on hand to share years of experience and product knowledge when it comes to selecting and using its products.

JP and Aileen’s Top Six Scaffolding Tips

Tool hire experts JP and Aileen Laubscher share their top scaffolding tips to ensure a safe and successful project.

1. Pick the Right Scaffolding for the Job

From mobile towers to frame scaffolds, choosing the right structure for your project is essential. Match the scaffold to the height, weight load, and terrain you’ll be using it on to avoid unnecessary risk.

2. Use Smart Hire Practices

Know your project timeline, book and return gear on schedule. Keep communication channels open to build a solid relationship. 

Coastal Hire Gansbaai can also advise on extras such as safety harnesses or stabilisers.

3. Plan Before You Build

A little preparation goes a long way. 

Inspect your building site. Check the ground for stability, mark your working area, and consider possible weather conditions. 

Planning prevents accidents and wasted hours.

4. Set Up Safely

The smallest shortcuts can lead to big problems. Always use base plates, guardrails, and proper access points when setting up your scaffolding.

Striving to make every project step easier for clients, Coastal Hire Gansbaai provides peace of mind for those who want to leave setting up the scaffolding to the pros. An experienced team can be arranged to build and dismantle the structure.

5. Check and Double-Check Your Scaffold Set-up

Yes, we know you’re eager to get started, but before climbing onto the scaffold structure, inspect all connections, boards, and supports. Take a close look for signs of wear, damage, or loose fittings. 

Never improvise if you have broken parts. Contact Coastal Hire Gansbaai for advice and replacements.

This advice should be applied daily until the end of your project. A quick inspection can save lives.

6. Stay Weather-Wise

Wind and rain affect scaffold safety. 

In the Overberg, staying weather-wise should be second nature, especially if you are a builder or project manager.

Plan around extreme weather conditions by securing or dismantling temporary scaffold structures. Pause construction for a few hours if necessary.

Here’s to a Prosperous Year with Coastal Hire Gansbaai!

Coastal Hire Gansbaai wishes you a safe and successful year for every project you tackle.

With the right planning and safety checks, you can do every job, whether you’re painting a high ceiling or building a second-level.

Need scaffolding for your next project? Coastal Hire Gansbaai is open Monday to Saturday, offering durable scaffolding, building equipment, tools for home and garden, and generators, at an affordable price.