Hi,
I am thinking of replacing my windows with double glazed PVC. As my flat
is on the second floor, I would like to know if for this kind of work
scaffolding is needed or can the windows be fitted from the inside of the
flat.
Please can someone give some advice as some window companies say
scaffolding is needed and some say it is not.
Many thanks in advance.



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On Tue, 11 Oct 2005 16:09:50 +0200, Gianfra
wrote:


Hi,
I am thinking of replacing my windows with double glazed PVC. As my flat
is on the second floor, I would like to know if for this kind of work
scaffolding is needed or can the windows be fitted from the inside of the
flat.
Please can someone give some advice as some window companies say
scaffolding is needed and some say it is not.
Many thanks in advance.

You can do most of the work from the inside, however its hard to tidy
up and make neat hangining out of a window. A scafold tower would be
good

Rick

On Tue, 11 Oct 2005 16:09:50 +0200, Gianfra wrote:

I am thinking of replacing my windows with double glazed PVC. As my flat
is on the second floor, I would like to know if for this kind of work
scaffolding is needed or can the windows be fitted from the inside of the
flat.
Please can someone give some advice as some window companies say
scaffolding is needed and some say it is not.

They are probably both right. Some windows and/or installers can work from
the inside, and some can't.

[Istr if the actual glazing is fitted from the inside, it is more secure.
Internally beaded, I think it's called.]

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Gianfra wrote:
Hi,
I am thinking of replacing my windows with double glazed PVC. As my flat
is on the second floor, I would like to know if for this kind of work
scaffolding is needed or can the windows be fitted from the inside of the
flat.
Please can someone give some advice as some window companies say
scaffolding is needed and some say it is not.
Many thanks in advance.



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If a company is doing it it should not matter to you, just go with the
best quote.

For a second floor installation, I would expect a company to require
scaffold for H&S reasons. But it is possible to DIY from inside and
finish off outside with a ladder.

As this is a flat, have you checked with the management company and
considered any implications to the service charge or lease?

dg

Hi,
I am thinking of replacing my windows with double glazed PVC. As my flat
is on the second floor, I would like to know if for this kind of work
scaffolding is needed or can the windows be fitted from the inside of the
flat.
Please can someone give some advice as some window companies say
scaffolding is needed and some say it is not.
Many thanks in advance.

Go to a local decent hire shop and hire a tower.
Various sizes and prices.

I once did a 4 storey block of flats on a 16ft X 4ft tower.

dg wrote:
Gianfra wrote:
Hi,
I am thinking of replacing my windows with double glazed PVC. As my flat
is on the second floor, I would like to know if for this kind of work
scaffolding is needed or can the windows be fitted from the inside of the
flat.
Please can someone give some advice as some window companies say
scaffolding is needed and some say it is not.
Many thanks in advance.



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If a company is doing it it should not matter to you, just go with the
best quote.

I'd second that.

For a second floor installation, I would expect a company to require
scaffold for H&S reasons. But it is possible to DIY from inside and
finish off outside with a ladder.

Most of the companies I've seen just use a ladder. Even third floor
installs I've seen done with a ladder. I suspect the installers aren't
fussed about H&S.

YTC449 wrote:
Hi,

I am thinking of replacing my windows with double glazed PVC. As my flat
is on the second floor, I would like to know if for this kind of work
scaffolding is needed or can the windows be fitted from the inside of the
flat.
Please can someone give some advice as some window companies say
scaffolding is needed and some say it is not.
Many thanks in advance.


Go to a local decent hire shop and hire a tower.
Various sizes and prices.

I once did a 4 storey block of flats on a 16ft X 4ft tower.



With purpose built flats window replacement usually comes under buiding
works i.e. done by the landlord and added to your service charge (with a
100% markup for administration costs of course).
Apart from the making good round the frame, I can't see you really need
access from the outside. Until the glass goes in, you have plenty of
room to hang out with a mastic gun but the bit under the sill might be
tricky.

"Gianfra" wrote in message newspsyhiyooqe70oiq@jan...

Hi,
I am thinking of replacing my windows with double glazed PVC. As my flat
is on the second floor, I would like to know if for this kind of work
scaffolding is needed or can the windows be fitted from the inside of the
flat.
Please can someone give some advice as some window companies say
scaffolding is needed and some say it is not.
Many thanks in advance.



I have access to a set of ladders with a walkway attachment. Two man lift
into position,
as effective as scaffolding but a fraction of the cost to use, takes thirty
minutes to erect
or dismantle instead of scaffolding taking most of a day.
I also have access to a scaffold tower, not as quick as the ladders but much
cheaper.

My local roofing company cannot use either solution due to H&S rules and
their company policy.

Different companies, different application of the rules.

But go with the best 'total' quote.

Dave

wrote:

Most of the companies I've seen just use a ladder. Even third floor
installs I've seen done with a ladder. I suspect the installers aren't
fussed about H&S.

Done that myself. With a bit of thinking about it afterwards I wont be
doing it again.


NT

I think for this purpose you can use move able scaffold stairs which are easily move able from one place to another. This process are also safety and time saving in window fitting. According to my point of view scaffold can be used in many ways which are good for you.

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