Construction & Builders Propping Hire Australia

Construction and Builder Propping Hire Australia

Preston Hire has been supporting high-quality construction in Australia for more than 40 years. Our construction props are trusted in the construction industry for their solid engineering and reliability.  Our construction props have supported all kinds of construction across Australia for different structures; residential and commercial buildings, tunnels, and bridges.

What kind of propping hire is available?

• General Construction Prop– These are heavy-duty vertical and horizontal general construction props that are required on any construction site. They are easy and quick to assemble yet come with very reliable safety design. The length is 3350mm weighing 20 kg.  These props can support loads of 3500kg at 1970mm, and 1600kg at 3350mm.
• Preston Hire SuperProp – This is a heavy-duty vertical and horizontal prop system that is ideal for working in conjunction with super deck. It has a very high load capacity of up to 12.1t. It comes with a securable base and heavy-duty screw jacks, the Preston Hire Superprop can be used for supporting or transferring loads.  Its length is 3600 mm weighing 56 kg.  It supports loads of 12.1t at 2400mm and 7.6t at 3600mm.
• Heavy Duty Prop (HD200)- This heavy-duty prop is designed to be used in transferring loads when renovating tunnels and bridges. You no longer need lots of space and heavy support structures. this prop has a length of 1000mm weighing 85.5 kgs
• Multiprop (MP250, MP350 and MP625) – Multiprops are popular for lightweight, simple and quick support is needed. The Multiprop system is versatile. The props can also be stacked for use in larger structures.  Their load capacities are MP250: 7.5t at 1450mm, 6.2t at 2500mm, MP350: 9.0t at 1950mm, 4.4t at 3500mm, MP480: 7.3t at 2600mm, 2.6t at 4800mm, and MP625: 4.5t at 4300mm, 2.1t at 6250mm.

Where is your Propping Hire available?

Preston Hires are available in all parts of Australia. We are in all the major cities Sydney, Perth, Melbourne, Adelaide, Darwin and Brisbane. Our builder’s prop hires are also available to the areas surrounding these cities, so really, we can deliver equipment to any part of Australia.

Why Choose Preston Propping Hire services?

• Preston pops are simple, and quick to assemble while remaining highly reliable and safe from the superior safety design
• There is a Preston prop for any type of construction. Whether you are putting up a duplex or building a highway bridge, there is a Preston Prop system for the work.
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• Preston Props are versatile; the Multiprop system can be deployed in different configurations to support varying load capacities
• Preston Props have an impressive load capacity range, starting at 1600 kg and going up to 12 tons

I work for a volume builder. Can you service us?

Yes. We can. We have worked with some of the country’s top volume builders. Preston Hires takes pride in providing exceptional customer service, problem-solving capabilities, high service and safety standards that are essential as a supplier to a volume builder.

You will have a dedicated account manager to remain in direct contact with your team on the ground. We can provide the props you need for both small and big jobs. We believe that our clients’ success reflects on us as well.

Do you have examples of prop installations you have done in the past?

With over 40 years on the job, we have an extensive list of happy customers. We will be happy to refer you to several if you need to hear their opinion on our professionalism.

What qualifications does the Preston Hire team hold?

All Preston Hires team members on building sites hold OH&S Induction cards (White Cards). Those who work with the prop systems hold a site License to Perform High-Risk Work (basic, intermediate or advanced). Our team members also hold other relevant papers required for their tasks including medium or Heavy Rigid vehicle license, Forklift license, Riggers License, Electrical Passport, ASIC security clearance, First Aid certificates and more.

Does Preston Hires hold current public liability and Work Cover insurance?

We maintain Public Liability insurance and Work Cover insurance on all our team members. We will be happy to show you our current insurance certificates if you require them.

There are special requirements for all workers on my building site, do you offer site inductions?

We do induction for our team members when there are special conditions that require our staff to obtain security clearances, undertake site inductions and training courses. Some of our team members already have an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC) security clearance for working in restricted areas in areas. Your Account Manager will offer support when there are special conditions to be met.

How do I get a rental quote?

We can do rental quotes off the plan but we can arrange for a site inspection for complicated projects and existing renovations whose building plans are not available. For a quick rental quote send us the floor plans as well as elevations.  For a more detailed quote, we will send one of our professionals to do a site assessment.

What is the minimum hire period available for Preston Hire props?

Propping hire periods start at 2 weeks.

How do I confirm my prop installation?

Your installation should start as soon as we sign the contract. We will require a deposit to confirm your scaffolding installation date with the balance required before installation.

How far in advance do I need to book my propping hire?

We generally need a notice of 7-10 working days, but the time frame can change depending on the demand of builder’s props.  You can use this is a guide to make your plans. Kindly note that any big holidays; Easter, Christmas and long weekends can impact this time frame.

How do I arrange for the dismantling of the props?

We will come to do the dismantling as per the hire contract.  But you could arrange for the props to be dismantled earlier although the quoted price remains. If you wish to extend the hire, we are flexible on the terms, and your Account Manager will arrange for it.

Are you in need of high-quality reliable construction props? Preston Hire has what you need for successful building projects. Contact us with any questions on building props.