Brickwork & Pointing Scaffolding
Repointing Scaffolding in Kent & South East London
Safe working access for brick repointing, mortar repair and pointing work on domestic and commercial properties across Kent and South East London.
Scaffolding for repointing and mortar repair
Brick repointing is one of the most common maintenance tasks on older properties across Kent and South East London. As mortar joints deteriorate over time, water penetrates the brickwork and causes damp, frost damage and structural problems. Repointing — removing the old mortar and replacing it with fresh mortar — is the standard repair, but it requires safe working access to every part of the affected elevation.
All Scaffolding Services Kent Ltd provides scaffolding for repointing and mortar repair work across the region. We work with bricklayers, pointing contractors and homeowners to provide a scaffold that gives safe, stable access to the full height of the elevation, from ground level to the eaves.
Repointing scaffolding needs to be configured differently from roofing or extension scaffolding. The working platform needs to be close to the wall face to allow the operative to work on the mortar joints, and the scaffold needs to be adapted as the work progresses up the elevation. We assess each project individually and provide a scaffold that works for the full height of the repointing job.
Repointing and pointing work we scaffold
Full elevation repointing
Repointing the full height of a brick elevation — from ground level to the eaves — requires a scaffold that can be adapted as the work progresses. We provide a scaffold with multiple working levels to allow the operative to work efficiently up the full height of the wall.
Partial repointing and patch repairs
Where only part of the elevation requires repointing — for example, the upper section where the mortar has deteriorated more quickly — we provide a scaffold that gives access to the affected area without scaffolding the full elevation.
Chimney repointing
Chimney stacks are one of the most common locations for mortar deterioration, as they are exposed to the weather on all sides. We provide chimney scaffolding that gives access to all four faces of the stack for repointing and flaunching repairs.
Gable end repointing
Gable ends are often the most exposed part of a property and the first to show mortar deterioration. We provide scaffolding to the gable end that gives access to the full height of the gable, including the verge and barge board area.
Parapet wall repointing
Parapet walls on flat-roofed properties and commercial buildings require scaffolding that gives access to both the face and the top of the parapet. We provide the correct configuration for parapet repointing work.
Commercial and industrial repointing
Commercial and industrial buildings often have large areas of brickwork requiring repointing. We provide scaffolding for commercial repointing projects of all sizes, including multi-storey buildings and buildings with complex access requirements.
Trades we support for repointing work
Repointing is typically carried out by bricklayers and specialist pointing contractors. Our scaffold is designed to give them safe, efficient access to the full height of the elevation.
Bricklayers
Bricklayers carrying out repointing work need a scaffold that is close to the wall face and at the correct height for the mortar joints they are working on. We provide a scaffold with the correct standoff and working height for brickwork pointing.
Specialist pointing contractors
Specialist pointing contractors often work on larger commercial and heritage projects where the mortar specification is critical. We provide the scaffold configuration required for specialist pointing work, including access to difficult areas such as reveals and arches.
Restoration and heritage contractors
Repointing on listed buildings and heritage properties requires careful access to avoid damage to the existing fabric. We work with heritage contractors to provide a scaffold that gives safe access without causing damage to the building.
Waterproofing and damp-proofing contractors
Repointing is often carried out alongside other waterproofing work such as applying a masonry sealant or waterproof coating. We can provide a scaffold that gives access for both the repointing and the waterproofing work in a single erection.
Domestic repointing scaffolding
The majority of our repointing scaffolding work is for domestic homeowners. Older properties across Kent and South East London — particularly Victorian and Edwardian terraces and semi-detached houses — often require repointing as part of routine maintenance.
- Victorian and Edwardian terraced and semi-detached houses
- Detached properties with exposed brick elevations
- Bungalows with low eaves requiring eaves-level access
- Properties with chimney stacks requiring repointing
- Properties with gable ends requiring repointing
- Properties where damp is caused by failed mortar joints
Commercial repointing scaffolding
We provide repointing scaffolding for commercial properties of all types, from retail units and offices to care homes, schools and industrial buildings. Commercial repointing projects often require RAMS and may require a highway licence for front elevation access.
- Retail units and commercial premises
- Office buildings and business parks
- Care homes and residential care facilities
- Schools and educational buildings
- Industrial units and warehouses
- Listed buildings and heritage properties
Access and safety for repointing scaffolding
Repointing scaffolding must comply with the Work at Height Regulations 2005. The scaffold needs to be close to the wall face to allow the operative to work on the mortar joints safely, and must be properly tied to the existing structure.
- Working platform close to the wall face for mortar joint access
- Multiple working levels for full-height elevation access
- Guard rails and toe boards on all working platforms
- Scaffold tied to the existing building at approved tie points
- Scaffold inspected weekly and after adverse weather
- RAMS provided for all commercial and heritage projects
Repointing scaffolding costs
The cost of repointing scaffolding depends on the size of the elevation, the height of the building, the number of elevations to be scaffolded, and the duration of the hire. Repointing is typically a longer hire than roofline work, as the operative works methodically across the full elevation.
- Size of the elevation and height of the building
- Number of elevations requiring scaffold
- Duration of the hire
- Access constraints including narrow passages
- Highway licence requirements
- Heritage or listed building requirements
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Repointing scaffolding across Kent and South East London
We provide repointing scaffolding across the full coverage area including Dartford, Gravesend, Maidstone, Medway, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham, Sittingbourne, Sevenoaks, Swanley, Swanscombe, Bromley, Bexley, Sidcup, Orpington, Welling, Crayford, Erith, Chislehurst, Beckenham, Rainham and Brockley.
Frequently asked questions
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