King Country & Waikato Scaffolding Company
Safe. Reliable. On Time.
Scaffolding built right, so your project can move forward with confidence
1st Scaffolding is a family-owned business based in Te Kūiti, and we take pride in supporting local builders, homeowners, and contractors throughout the King Country and Waikato. When you call us, you're dealing directly with people who genuinely care about your project and your reputation.
We show up on time, build it right, and manage everything from setup to pack-down, so you can stay focused on the work that matters.
Our King Country & Waikato scaffolding services
Residential New Builds
Providing secure, compliant building solutions for new home construction, roofing and multi-level building projects.
Home Maintenance & Renovations
We provide safe, compliant scaffolding solutions for gutter maintenance, re-roofing, painting and general exterior maintenance on existing homes.
Commercial & Developments
We provide safe and reliable scaffolding solutions for multi-storey buildings, housing developments, and commercial properties, with every structure built to meet strict Health & Safety standards.
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How we work together at 1st Scaffolding
As a family-owned business, we understand the importance of trust. That's why we treat every project as if it were our own — turning up when we say we will, communicating openly, and always putting safety first.
We Value Our Team
Good scaffolding starts with good people. We invest in our team, support their training and development, and make sure every person goes home safely at the end of the day. All of our staff are local people who take pride in the work they do and the communities they work in.
Safety Isn't Just a Requirement — It's Personal
The people working on our scaffolds are our neighbours, friends, customers, and fellow tradespeople. That's why we never cut corners. Every scaffold is built to industry standards and with the safety of everyone on site in mind.
We're Here for the Long Haul
We've built our business on relationships, not transactions. Many of our customers have worked with us for years because they know they'll get honest advice, quality workmanship, and a team that genuinely cares about getting the job done right.
Why choose 1st Scaffolding
Since 2014, 1st Scaffolding has been proudly serving the King Country and greater Waikato from our base in Te Kūiti. Founded and run by Les and Lorrene, we're a family-owned, locally operated business with over 12 years of experience delivering safe, reliable scaffolding across the region.
We service the Waikato, King Country, and Northern Taranaki regions. From Hamilton, Te Awamutu, Tamahere and Hopuhopu, through to Ōtorohanga, Piopio, and Taumarunui.
Our reputation has been built one scaffold at a time, through hard work, strong relationships, and looking after both our customers and our team. That's the difference you'll notice when you work with us.
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Testimonials from satisfied clients
“We have worked with Les and his team on a number of projects ranging in size and complexity. We find their service and quality of workmanship to be of a fantastic standard. Les has excellent communication skills also which ensures a project runs smoothly from start to finish". Roofing Company
Testimonials from satisfied clients
"Les and his team were excellent! They were excellent! They were efficient and prompt with all aspects of their service to us, and our contractors that worked on this project. They were always accommodating of the changing project requirements, which assisted us greatly in completing the project within a tight grant funded budget. We would definitely use 1st Scaffolding again and therefore have no hesitation in recommending 1st Scaffolding" Commercial Customer
Testimonials from satisfied clients
"Les Te Kanawa from 1st Scaffolding is our preferred supplier of scaffold. We employ Les and his team to supply, erect and take down scaffolding on our work sites. We are responsible for the Health and Safety of our Employees and the Work Site, employing 1st Scaffolding ensures we are complying with the Health & Safety work regulations Act and our employees are safe and comfortable working at heights. We highly recommend 1st Scaffolding and look forward to working with them on our future work sites". Painting Company
Your safety is our priority
We take health and safety seriously. 1st Scaffolding is certified Gold with SiteWise, ensuring we meet the highest health and safety practices in the industry. All projects higher than 5metres are signed off by our certified Code of Competency certificate holder complying with WorkSafe requirements. 1st Scaffolding is also SHE PreQual certified.
Frequently asked questions
How much does scaffolding cost?
Every project is different, so we provide free, no-obligation quotes tailored to your specific needs. Factors like height, duration, and access all affect pricing. Get in touch here and we'll get back to you quickly with a clear, straightforward quote.
What areas do you service?
We're based in Te Kuiti and service the Waikato and King Country regions — including Hamilton, Te Awamutu, Tamahere, Hopuhopu, Ōtorohanga, Piopio, and Taumarunui. We also travel further afield for projects, so get in touch to discuss your requirements.
Do you travel outside the Waikato and King Country?
Yes. While our main service area is the Waikato and King Country, we travel further afield for projects. Contact us to discuss your location and we'll let you know if we can help.
Is your scaffolding certified and compliant?
Yes. All our scaffolding builds are ticketed for safety and any structure over 5metres is signed off for WorkSafe compliance. 1st Scaffolding is also certified with SiteWise and SHE PreQual, meaning we meet the highest health and safety standards in the industry. You can be confident your team is working safely and legally.
Do you provide free quotes?
Yes, always. Contact us with your project details and we'll provide a fast, free, no-obligation quote.
Talk to Les to get your project started.
Call us: 0272716167
Email: les@1stscaffolding.co.nz
Based in Te Kūiti, serving the Waikato, King Country, and Northern Taranaki regions.
1st Scaffolding proudly deliver safe, reliable scaffolding for residential and commercial building projects throughout the King Country and Waikato.
Call us: 0272716167
Email: les@1stscaffolding.co.nz
Location: Te Kūiti, Waikato.
Serving Hamilton, Te Awamutu, Tamahere and Hopuhopu, through to Ōtorohanga, Piopio, and Taumarunui.