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5 Common Scaffolding Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)
Scaffolding: Strong, Stable, and (Sometimes) Tricky
At Southwest Scaffolding, we know scaffolding can make or break a jobsite. Set it up right, and you’ve got a safe, efficient platform that keeps your crew moving. Set it up wrong, and you’re inviting delays, safety issues, and expensive headaches.
Let’s talk about the five most common scaffolding mistakes we see out there, and how you can easily avoid them.
1. Skipping the Site Inspection
It’s tempting to unload, build,
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Nov 3rd 2025