
Scaffolding for High Rise Buildings
Multi-storey scaffolding for Wellington's commercial towers, CBD refurbishments, and high-rise residential developments. Engineered systems. Full WorkSafe NZ documentation. No sub-contractors.
Wellington City · Lower Hutt · Porirua · Kāpiti Coast · SiteWise Gold 2026/27 · 68 five-star reviews
68 Google reviews
"Great experience with Erect It Scaffoldings. Very professional from start to finish, clear communication, on time with setup and dismantle, and everything felt safe and well organised. The crew was efficient, friendly, and easy to deal with on site. Fair pricing and quality work. Would happily recommend and use again."
Francesco Cantoni
Google Review
"You couldn't ask any more from Erect It Scaffolding; friendly, good communication, great price, on time and totally professional work. What we thought would be a tricky job was a walk in the park for them. Highly recommended for small to large jobs."
Darrin Serci
Google Review
"Crew arrived early and got the scaffolding up quick as! And same for the disassembling. Communication with the business was easy, and they were very responsive."
Zachary Ringrose
Google Review
"Erect It supported me with scaffolding for a domestic house paint. Great communication, reliable and a good quality job. I would happily recommend them to others."
Daniel Petersen
Google Review
"We've used Erect It Scaffolding Services for several of our painting and plastering projects, and we couldn't be more satisfied. Dhillon and his team are professional, reliable, and always deliver high-quality scaffolding setups tailored to our needs. Their efficiency has helped keep our projects on schedule, and their commitment to safety gives us confidence in every job."
RE Decorators Ltd
Google Review
"Dhillon and his team provided us with Scaffolding and Edge Protection for this project in Thorndon, Wellington. They are easy going, super friendly, and were committed to keeping my team and I safe. Dhillon is a great communicator which made things really easy, and had no problem with making alterations as the job progressed. Looking forward to working with Erect It Scaffolding on future projects."
Ryan Roofing Ltd
Google Review
"Great service from Dhillon and the team in providing comprehensive scaffolding for my recent roof repaint. Dhillon is honest and trustworthy, and provided me with prompt and courteous communications, which were greatly appreciated. No hesitation in recommending the team at Erect It Scaffolding, and would use them again without a second thought."
Lee Patterson
Google Review
"Erect It Scaffolding were sensational throughout the process. From initial site visit and super speedy quote turnaround, flexibility towards scaffolding adjustments and overall professionalism and extensive scaffolding experience. Dismantling and pack down was efficient and hassle free. We highly recommended Dhillion and his team from Erect It for all job types and scaffolding challenges and will definitely be using them again."
Grant Hockings
Google Review
"Received very friendly service from Dhillon and his team. When we needed to adjust the scaffolding on one side of the house to better reach a certain spot, the team came out and did what was required. We also ended up needing the scaffolding for a few weeks longer than originally agreed due to weather and illness, which wasn't a problem and took some pressure off. Would recommend and will use again."
Kamila Urban
Google Review
"Great service. I got scaffolding erected on a very next week after I sent a request via web-site. I was a bit worry how they will cope with our slope but guys have done it perfectly. The scaffolding was safe and steady. Highly recommended."
Roman Agafonov
Google Review
"Excellent services, used for edge protection for a reroof project. Will definitely be using Dhillon and the team again."
Jonny Norman
Google Review
"The team at Erect It are awesome to deal with. Great communication, prompt and well priced. Got the job done at short notice when another company let us down."
Craig Ryburn
Google Review
"Good quick service by Dhillon and team throughout the process. They had the best price of the quotes I obtained. The scaffolding was set up perfectly to let me get the jobs done that I needed to do. Very good communication throughout. Happy to recommend."
Barry Hickland
Google Review
"We've used Erect It Scaffolding on several of our projects and they never disappoint. The team is punctual, professional, and takes safety seriously. Their gear is top-quality, and they always go the extra mile to make sure everything is secure and compliant. Communication is clear and straightforward from start to finish. Highly recommend for anyone needing reliable scaffolding services!"
Nathan Hickling
Google Review
"Amazing service all around, from enquiry to quote, to job on site. Dhillon and his team were incredibly fast and professional. The scaffolding went up and was broken down without issue and was perfect for our needs. We felt safe and secure every time we stepped on it. Could not recommend more! 7 stars!"
Kirsten Kelling
Google Review
"We recently used Erect It Scaffolding Services for a residential project and were very impressed with their professionalism and efficiency. Their team was punctual, well-organised, and easy to work with. The scaffolding was safe, secure, and well-suited to the needs of our painters and other trades on site. Communication was smooth and the site was left clean and tidy. A reliable and professional scaffolding partner."
Nathan Flett
Google Review
"I've worked with several scaffolding companies in the past, but Erect IT Scaffolding Services in Wellington exceeded all expectations. They were prompt, detailed, and ensured everything was set up safely. They're my go-to scaffolding company in Porirua now. Highly recommend!"
Tammim Hasan
Google Review
"I was super impressed with Dhillon and his team. Extremely professional, skilled, great communication and went the extra mile. Would definitely use Dhillon's service again and highly recommend."
Vanessa Rayner
Google Review
"Awesome service! Dhillon has been so easy to deal with, responds really quickly, gave updates and their prices are fair and reasonable. Was able to fit us in at short notice too which was really appreciated. Highly recommend these guys!"
T.T Building & Construction
Google Review
"Highly recommend these guys. Dhillon improvised on the suggestions I gave him to provide a thoughtful and workable scaffolding configuration. Fast turnaround and competitive pricing."
Andrew Tobin
Google Review
"Dhillon and the team are great to work with from the first meet with Dhillon to the team coming in to erect it and dismantle — would highly recommend this company."
Carolyn & Neville Chadwick
Google Review
"Tai and Jazz got my scaffolding erected very quickly and were so professional."
Tim C
Google Review
"Erect It Scaffolding were very good to deal with. Prompt with communication and competitive pricing. Highly recommend their scaffolding services."
Sam Kortegast
Google Review
"Excellent team to deal with. Competitively priced, on time and walk the talk. I will definitely do business with Erect It Scaffolding again. Well done Guys."
shack
Google Review
"Great experience with Erect It Scaffoldings. Very professional from start to finish, clear communication, on time with setup and dismantle, and everything felt safe and well organised. The crew was efficient, friendly, and easy to deal with on site. Fair pricing and quality work. Would happily recommend and use again."
Francesco Cantoni
Google Review
"You couldn't ask any more from Erect It Scaffolding; friendly, good communication, great price, on time and totally professional work. What we thought would be a tricky job was a walk in the park for them. Highly recommended for small to large jobs."
Darrin Serci
Google Review
"Crew arrived early and got the scaffolding up quick as! And same for the disassembling. Communication with the business was easy, and they were very responsive."
Zachary Ringrose
Google Review
"Erect It supported me with scaffolding for a domestic house paint. Great communication, reliable and a good quality job. I would happily recommend them to others."
Daniel Petersen
Google Review
"We've used Erect It Scaffolding Services for several of our painting and plastering projects, and we couldn't be more satisfied. Dhillon and his team are professional, reliable, and always deliver high-quality scaffolding setups tailored to our needs. Their efficiency has helped keep our projects on schedule, and their commitment to safety gives us confidence in every job."
RE Decorators Ltd
Google Review
"Dhillon and his team provided us with Scaffolding and Edge Protection for this project in Thorndon, Wellington. They are easy going, super friendly, and were committed to keeping my team and I safe. Dhillon is a great communicator which made things really easy, and had no problem with making alterations as the job progressed. Looking forward to working with Erect It Scaffolding on future projects."
Ryan Roofing Ltd
Google Review
"Great service from Dhillon and the team in providing comprehensive scaffolding for my recent roof repaint. Dhillon is honest and trustworthy, and provided me with prompt and courteous communications, which were greatly appreciated. No hesitation in recommending the team at Erect It Scaffolding, and would use them again without a second thought."
Lee Patterson
Google Review
"Erect It Scaffolding were sensational throughout the process. From initial site visit and super speedy quote turnaround, flexibility towards scaffolding adjustments and overall professionalism and extensive scaffolding experience. Dismantling and pack down was efficient and hassle free. We highly recommended Dhillion and his team from Erect It for all job types and scaffolding challenges and will definitely be using them again."
Grant Hockings
Google Review
"Received very friendly service from Dhillon and his team. When we needed to adjust the scaffolding on one side of the house to better reach a certain spot, the team came out and did what was required. We also ended up needing the scaffolding for a few weeks longer than originally agreed due to weather and illness, which wasn't a problem and took some pressure off. Would recommend and will use again."
Kamila Urban
Google Review
"Great service. I got scaffolding erected on a very next week after I sent a request via web-site. I was a bit worry how they will cope with our slope but guys have done it perfectly. The scaffolding was safe and steady. Highly recommended."
Roman Agafonov
Google Review
"Excellent services, used for edge protection for a reroof project. Will definitely be using Dhillon and the team again."
Jonny Norman
Google Review
"The team at Erect It are awesome to deal with. Great communication, prompt and well priced. Got the job done at short notice when another company let us down."
Craig Ryburn
Google Review
"Good quick service by Dhillon and team throughout the process. They had the best price of the quotes I obtained. The scaffolding was set up perfectly to let me get the jobs done that I needed to do. Very good communication throughout. Happy to recommend."
Barry Hickland
Google Review
"We've used Erect It Scaffolding on several of our projects and they never disappoint. The team is punctual, professional, and takes safety seriously. Their gear is top-quality, and they always go the extra mile to make sure everything is secure and compliant. Communication is clear and straightforward from start to finish. Highly recommend for anyone needing reliable scaffolding services!"
Nathan Hickling
Google Review
"Amazing service all around, from enquiry to quote, to job on site. Dhillon and his team were incredibly fast and professional. The scaffolding went up and was broken down without issue and was perfect for our needs. We felt safe and secure every time we stepped on it. Could not recommend more! 7 stars!"
Kirsten Kelling
Google Review
"We recently used Erect It Scaffolding Services for a residential project and were very impressed with their professionalism and efficiency. Their team was punctual, well-organised, and easy to work with. The scaffolding was safe, secure, and well-suited to the needs of our painters and other trades on site. Communication was smooth and the site was left clean and tidy. A reliable and professional scaffolding partner."
Nathan Flett
Google Review
"I've worked with several scaffolding companies in the past, but Erect IT Scaffolding Services in Wellington exceeded all expectations. They were prompt, detailed, and ensured everything was set up safely. They're my go-to scaffolding company in Porirua now. Highly recommend!"
Tammim Hasan
Google Review
"I was super impressed with Dhillon and his team. Extremely professional, skilled, great communication and went the extra mile. Would definitely use Dhillon's service again and highly recommend."
Vanessa Rayner
Google Review
"Awesome service! Dhillon has been so easy to deal with, responds really quickly, gave updates and their prices are fair and reasonable. Was able to fit us in at short notice too which was really appreciated. Highly recommend these guys!"
T.T Building & Construction
Google Review
"Highly recommend these guys. Dhillon improvised on the suggestions I gave him to provide a thoughtful and workable scaffolding configuration. Fast turnaround and competitive pricing."
Andrew Tobin
Google Review
"Dhillon and the team are great to work with from the first meet with Dhillon to the team coming in to erect it and dismantle — would highly recommend this company."
Carolyn & Neville Chadwick
Google Review
"Tai and Jazz got my scaffolding erected very quickly and were so professional."
Tim C
Google Review
"Erect It Scaffolding were very good to deal with. Prompt with communication and competitive pricing. Highly recommend their scaffolding services."
Sam Kortegast
Google Review
"Excellent team to deal with. Competitively priced, on time and walk the talk. I will definitely do business with Erect It Scaffolding again. Well done Guys."
shack
Google Review
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High Rise Scaffolding Wellington
Wellington's Specialist in Multi-Storey Scaffolding
Scaffolding for high rise buildings is one of the most technically demanding services in the New Zealand construction industry. Taller structures face higher wind loads, require more frequent structural ties into the building fabric, and demand staged erection programmes coordinated around live construction sequences — all of which require significantly more planning and expertise than standard residential scaffolding.
At Erect It Scaffolding Services Ltd, we provide scaffolding for high rise buildings across Wellington City, Lower Hutt, Porirua, and the broader Wellington Region. Wellington's exposure to southerly and northerly winds makes wind loading a critical design parameter on any multi-storey scaffolding — we account for this on every job, using engineered tie patterns, appropriate scaffolding weights, and wind-rated shrink-wrap systems where encapsulation is required.
We are SiteWise Gold 2026/27 certified — the highest prequalification standard in New Zealand — and carry full public liability insurance on every commercial job. Every high-rise scaffolding we erect comes with a written WorkSafe NZ-compliant handover certificate before any worker accesses the structure.
Commercial scaffolding Wellington is our core high-rise service area — call Dhillon on 027 886 6688 for a free site-specific assessment and quote.
What We Provide
High Rise Scaffolding Capabilities
Every high-rise scaffolding project is different. Here is what we bring to multi-storey scaffolding work across Wellington.
Multi-Storey System Scaffolding
Ringlock and Kwikstage modular systems provide safe working platforms across every level of a high-rise facade — residential towers, commercial buildings, mixed-use developments, and heritage structures.
Staged Erection & Decanting
High-rise scaffolding rarely goes up in one lift. We coordinate staged erection with your construction programme — advancing the scaffolding level by level as your build or refurbishment progresses.
Shrink-Wrap Encapsulation
Full scaffolding encapsulation keeps high-rise projects weather-tight and dust-contained — essential for occupied-building refurbishments, masonry repairs, and recladding contracts in Wellington's wind.
Pedestrian & Footpath Protection
High-rise scaffolding in urban Wellington requires certified overhead protection for pedestrians and footpaths. We design, supply, and erect debris netting, catch fans, and hoarding to WCC requirements.
Cantilever & Outrigger Systems
Where site boundaries prevent a base-supported scaffolding, we engineer cantilever or outrigger systems off the building structure — common in Wellington CBD sites with zero boundary clearance.
Long-Term Hire & Programme Management
High-rise projects run for months, not days. We offer flexible long-term scaffolding hire with weekly rates, planned maintenance inspections, and direct programme coordination with your site manager.
Why Wellington Is Different
High Rise Scaffolding in Wellington's Wind
Wellington is one of the windiest cities in the world — an engineering reality that directly affects how scaffolding for high rise buildings must be designed and tied. In calm conditions, a standard tie pattern might suffice. In Wellington, we design for sustained southerly gales that can apply lateral loads of 1–2 kN/m² or more on an exposed high-rise scaffolding face.
Key Wellington-specific factors we account for on every high-rise job:
- Wind loading calculations for exposed southern and northern facades
- Closer tie spacings on exposed elevations facing Cook Strait
- Wind-rated shrink-wrap specification (not all wrap is rated for Wellington conditions)
- Site-specific assessment for CBD sites with urban wind tunnel effects between buildings
- Programme contingency built in for erection days with sustained winds above 50 km/h
Call Dhillon on 027 886 6688 to discuss your high rise scaffolding project in Wellington.

Why Customers Choose Us Over Everyone Else
There are plenty of scaffolders in Wellington. Here's why homeowners, painters, roofers, and builders keep coming back to us.

SiteWise Gold 2026/27
We hold SiteWise Gold 2026/27 certification — New Zealand's highest standard for site safety. Every job is run to WorkSafe NZ specifications, fully insured, no exceptions.
24–48 Hour Setup
Need scaffolding fast? We quote within 24 hours and can typically have your scaffolding erected within 1–2 days of confirmation. We don't hold your project up.
No Hidden Costs
The price you're quoted is the price you pay. No surprise charges, no padding the invoice. Honest, transparent pricing for homeowners and builders alike.
We Know Wellington
Steep sections, narrow streets, heritage villas, windy conditions — we've worked across every corner of Wellington, Lower Hutt, Porirua, Kapiti Coast, and Wairarapa.
Tight Access Specialists
If other scaffolders have turned down your job because of access, call us. We regularly work on Wellington's most challenging sites — hill sections, laneways, and tight urban sections.
62 Five-Star Reviews
Our reputation is built job by job. With 68 Google reviews averaging 5 stars, our customers consistently praise our communication, punctuality, and quality of work.
15+ Years Experience
Dhillon and the Erect It team have been scaffolding across the Wellington region for over 15 years. That experience means fewer surprises and smarter solutions on every job.
Preferred by Wellington Painters & Builders
We're the go-to scaffolding subcontractor for some of Wellington's most trusted painters, roofers, and building companies. They come back because we make their jobs easier.
Common Questions
Scaffolding for High Rise Buildings — FAQs
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Erect It Scaffolding covers the full Greater Wellington region — from Ōtaki in the north to Masterton in the east.
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