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J L Scaffolding

J L Scaffolding

5.0(23 reviews)See reviews ↓·Reading

What customers say

Based on genuine customer reviews

Households commissioning extensions, chimney access and roof repairs feature frequently in the feedback for this Reading scaffolder. Several buyers describe how swiftly the team responds, including one urgent porch stabilisation attended within the hour of a call, while another notes an enquiry answered without delay. More than one review highlights that James and his colleague Jake adapt structures as a project evolves, altering heights for a roofer and extending reach where an extension required it.

Dependability is a further point that comes up often: customers note that the team arrives on the agreed dates and dismantles promptly once work finishes, returning after storms loosened protective wrapping on a long-running build that overran its planned schedule. Those on site are described as polite, professional and straightforward to deal with across chimney, roof and full-house projects, with careful attention to safety. Competitive rates for the hire period and clear invoicing also feature, alongside patience when structures needed modifying, reflecting a team that stays engaged from the first call through to final collection.

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J L Scaffolding — Customer photo
J L Scaffolding — Customer photo

Reviews

Reviews are taken from publicly available sources.

KC
Karen Culverhouse7 July 2026

Very good price for length of time I had scaffolding. Even came back twice to alter hight for the roofer. Thank you for your patience.

RF
Rhonda Foot19 May 2026

We cannot fault the service provided by James and his team, from giving us a very reasonable quote to erection of scaffolding and some weeks later removal. All done at the time agreed in an efficient, respectful manner. Having never organised anything like this before James's communication removed any anxiety. Highly Recommend.

CC
cheryl clarke13 October 2025

Great firm, friendly guys. They were quick, reliable, tidy and very helpful. A competitive price and good communication from James to negotiate residents parking. I will definitely use again for the next job.

MW
marcus wormald7 January 2024

I'm really impressed by James and his team. The guys where flexible with our changing plans, and helpful with recommendations. Efficient and professional, they'll be getting a phone call again!!!

JC
James C1 January 2024

I really couldn't be more praising of James. He and his team went above and beyond the call of duty with our recent build. When it ended up taking three times as long as planned, James nevertheless continued to adapt the scaffolding as needed throughout. When we had storms and the wrapping came loose, he came quickly to refix it all. He is honest, hard-working and thoughtful and we were so lucky to have had him on our build. My wife and I would have no hesitation in recommending him to others and would definitely work with him again.

MB
Melanie Bristow1 October 2022

James and Jake were really helpful in putting up our scaffolding. They offered a very competitive rate and were very professional and trustworthy, always coming out on arranged dates. Highly recommend and will be using again in the future.

JB
J B26 August 2022

Really good service, safe, effective and easy to deal with. We were concerned that it would take months but the guys were helpful and we couldn’t have asked for them to be quicker. Would definitely recommend.

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Contact
+447961181084jlscaffoldingberkshire.co.uk55 Grasmere Ave, Tilehurst, Reading RG30 6XU
Working hours
Monday00:00–24:00
Tuesday00:00–24:00
Wednesday00:00–24:00
Thursday00:00–24:00
Friday00:00–24:00
Saturday00:00–24:00
Sunday00:00–24:00