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Britannia Hoist Hire offer hoist hire for construction industry, removals as well as single items. Based in London, we serve customers across Sussex, Essex, Surrey, Kent and Middlesex.
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Frequently asked questions related to our services:

  • WHAT CAN YOU LIFT?

    Our hoists are used for lifting a wide range of items from furniture to roof tiles, grandfather clocks and baths to plasterboard and sheet materials. Removal companies, building and renovation companies, roof gardeners. Glass, air-conditioning units, plasterboard, doors and windows, Furniture and white goods, solar panels, trees and large potted plants.


  • HOW HIGH?

    Currently our largest unit will lift loads to a maximum height of 27 metres (Approximately 9 storeys), although this height can vary if we have to reach across obstacles.

  • WHAT ABOUT DIFFICULT SHAPES?

    The furniture hoist load carrier can be opened out from its standard ‘box’ shape to create a large flat area enabling large and bulky items to be carried. In its closed configuration it provides an open top box into which you can place smaller items.


  • HOW MUCH SPACE DO YOU NEED?

    Our furniture hoists are available in a number of different sizes. The large trailer mounted unit occupies a ground area of 2.36 metres x 2.06 metres. While our compact and portable unit comes in sections and we will build it up in the required location, this is ideal for working in courtyards, back gardens for access to the rear of a property,  balcony windows on a loft conversion or internally with homes or apartments with large hallways or galleries.

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  • LOCATION AND POSITION, IS IT SAFE?

    Should you have any doubt as to the suitability and required position of the elevator, call us to discuss your requirements in detail. Please email us any photos that may assist us in assessing the property without the need for a full site visit.


  • DO YOU HAVE PARKING RESTRICTIONS?

    Where the hoist is required to be positioned in areas where there are parking restrictions, or on the public highway, it is the hirer’s (The Customer’s) responsibility to arrange for the relevant permission required from the authorities concerned. The permission may be granted in the form of a dispensation or suspension order, or possibly a partial road closure – depending on the location concerned. It should be taken into account that in some situations the above orders can apply to both sides of a public highway to allow the traffic to flow freely and enable the operation to be carried out safely. Most local authorities will require between 7 and 10 WORKING days’ notice of requirement.


  • HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?

    The actual prices vary depending upon the specific machine required for your job and the location. All prices include our trained operator and are subject to VAT.


  • WHAT HAPPENS IF I CANCEL MY ORDER?

    If you need to cancel your order once the contract has been agreed, the following will apply:

    • Cancellation up to midday on the working day preceding the hire there will be NO CHARGE.
    • Cancellation after midday on the working day prior to the hire 25% of hire charge is payable.
    • Cancellation on the day of hire as scheduled, 50% of the hire charge is payable.
    • 100% of hire charge will apply if upon arrival, elevator cannot be used for the purpose for which it was hired.

    Whilst we make every effort to meet the Customer’s requested start times, we cannot be held responsible for delays occasioned by traffic problems, previous job overruns or any other circumstances beyond our control. If we are delayed for any reason, our operator will call you to keep you advised.

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Fast, Efficient Lifting Solutions

Modern Lifting Equipment

Professional Trained & Experienced Operators

We can help you move any items into those awkward places, in no time at all. 

Contact us on 0208 669 6688