What is a Scaffold Supplier?

A Scaffold Supplier is responsible for providing, erecting, modifying, and dismantling the scaffolding structures required for safe access and working platforms on your site. Scaffolding is essential for meeting Work Health & Safety (WHS) regulations and ensuring trades can complete works at height safely and efficiently.

What does a Scaffold Supplier do?

Your Scaffold Supplier will complete works according to your agreed scope of works.


Typically, a Scaffold Supplier will:

  • Supply all scaffolding materials, ties, and edge protection
  • Erect fixed scaffold in stages as the build progresses
  • Modify the scaffolding layout during the project (e.g. board moves)
  • Coordinate timing with roofing, cladding, rendering, and painting trades
  • Dismantle and remove scaffold safely at the completion of upper and lower works


They’ll often be required on site multiple times during construction as stages progress and access requirements change.

Tip: Secure Scaffold Timing to Keep Your Build on Track

Incorrect scaffold timing is one of the biggest causes of delays. Make sure your scaffold supplier can commit to your sequencing, especially around roof install and external finishes.

What Makes a Good Scaffold Supplier?

Look for someone who:

  • Are licensed and insured for scaffold erection and high-risk work
  • Provide detailed scaffold plans and Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS)
  • Have experience with staged board moves for multi-level builds
  • Can respond quickly to Requests for Information (RFIs) or urgent access changes
  • Coordinate seamlessly with roofing, rendering, and cladding teams

Before You Begin: What You’ll Need Ready

To get quotes from Scaffold Suppliers, you’ll need:

  • Your approved building plans (elevations and sections especially)
  • The height and complexity of your build
  • Anticipated dates for roof installation, external cladding, and painting
  • Your proposed scaffold hire duration and staging requirements

Average Timeframe

For this task, Pros typically provide quotes within 3–5 business days.

When Can I Expect Quotes?

Timeframes often vary based on demand and the type of Pro you're engaging (e.g. a plumber). If additional communication or clarification is needed is needed, the quoting process may take longer.

 

Don't be alarmed if you don't receive quotes or communication from any Build Buddy Pros straight away. Some work is more complex and the Pro may need time to comprehend your documents or scope of work. Depending on the job, there may even be some work required by the Pro before they are able to quote (e.g. a site visit might be required).

 

If the average timeframe indicated here has passed, and you have not received any messages or quotes, please feel free to contact the Build Buddy Expert Guidance and Support team for an update on quoting for this task.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Do I need scaffold for a single-storey build?

    It depends. Many single-storey homes still require scaffolding for roof install, eaves, or high-point finishes like gables.

  • What’s a board move?

    Board moves involve adjusting the height or layout of the scaffold platforms to align with the next stage of works — e.g. moving from roof level to cladding or down to ground floor.

  • Who manages scaffold compliance on site?

    Your Scaffold Supplier should supply compliance tags and check scaffold safety each time they erect or modify it. Your builder or site supervisor is responsible for ensuring no one works on unsafe or modified scaffold in the interim.



How to Complete this Task?

STEP 1

Review and Adjust the Scope of Works

Timeframes may vary based on demand and the type of Pro you're engaging (e.g., a plumber). If additional communication or clarification is needed, the quoting process may take longer.

STEP 2

Confirm Required Documents Are Uploaded

Check that the following required document(s) are uploaded for this task. These are essential to proceed:

STEP 3

Update the Quality Assurance Checklist

Go to the Quality Assurance tab in this task and review the checklist. Edit any details to suit your project requirements. Being clear and upfront helps set expectations with the Pro. Updating the checklist before requesting quotes ensures everyone is aligned.

STEP 4

Request Quotes

Click the orange ‘Request Quotes’ button to start the quoting process.

STEP 5

Review the Quotes

Once you receive quotes:

  • Review each one carefully, including the payment schedule and any special terms
  • Download attached quote documents for detailed review
  • Check each Pro’s profile and read past client reviews

STEP 6

Communicate with the Pro

If needed, message or call the Pro to clarify details or negotiate terms.

STEP 7

Accept a Quote

Choose the quote that best suits your needs. Once you accept a quote, any other pending quotes will be automatically declined. An agreement will automatically be generated.

STEP 8

Complete the Tasks In Your App

New tasks will appear to guide you through this job — follow each step carefully. Make sure to use the Quality Assurance Checklist, and refer to your contract and final Scope of Works whenever needed.

NEED HELP?

Reach Out to Your Build Buddy Pro

If you have any questions or need a hand, your Build Buddy Pro is your best first contact. They’re a licensed expert in their field and can understand the ins and outs of your project. You can message them via the platform, or you can call them directly.


If you have already contacted your Build Buddy Pro and still need further assistance, the Build Buddy Expert Guidance and Support team are here to help. They will be able to guide you on your next steps or help you find answers to any questions you may have.