Scaffolding Or Skylift

ron schenker

This is the 120 yr. old 9/plex we've been working on since last December (interior). We got the ok. to remove the siding, then stucco the whole exterior once the weather warms up. First, we'll be replacing every window (58) then 2" rigid foam board under stucco. Haven't ironed out all the details yet, but I'm wondering if we should erect scaffolding, or rent a 45 or 50 ft. boom truck? The highest section is about 40 ft. high. The ground is solid but very uneven.

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TimNJ

Wow, I like that tower. Just my opinion, I think the place would like good with it's original style siding and details back on it instead of stucco.
Boom truck seems like it would run into a lot of cash since it seems you are going to need something for a while to do all that work.

ProWallGuy

I'd say a combination of both. Scaffolding looks like it would work for the majority, but a lift might be required for over the areas hemmed in by trees.

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ron schenker

We want to use stucco for the nice clean look, and also have the insulation factor of the polystyrene. The original brick under the siding is in bad shape. We'll probably loose the trees, they're much too close to the house!

red_cedar

For that kind of work, scaffolding will be the best way. IMO

firemike

Without actually being there to see the site, my thoughts lean towards scaffolding for the flatter areas and pump jacks for the uneven areas... something like the AlumaPole system that gives you a good safe work area The aerial truck will only allow 2-3 people to work high whereas scaffolding and pumpjacks will allow several workmen/jobs to operate simultaniously, and eliminate a lot of repositioning with the bucket, which means keeping the truck engine running, and the associated fumes and noise. plus there is not a lot of room for materials, even in a larger bucket truck. I would guess that with what you would spend for the aerial and fuel, you could buy a nice set of scaffolding and a pump jack system, and still have use of them for years to come. Or rent them if you think you would not benefit from buying them.

MJW

I would use a Telehandler fork lift. I use one on every job since we bought one. Way worth the money.
I think on your project here though, they should probably do the roof first. Get rid of all that coving, and maybe the chimneys. Get the fascias all fixed up new before wrapping them.