Lifting Service in Reading, Berkshire
Planned Lifting for Every Site and Load
Not every lift is a case of turning up with a crane. Restricted access, soft ground, and awkward loads change the plan. Coppard build the right lifting service across Reading, Berkshire, from operated hire to a managed contract lift.
Lifting services and crane hire in Reading, Berkshire cover the jobs that need more than kit. A crane with an operator, a managed contract lift, or non-standard equipment on rent — Coppard match the solution to your load and site. Searching for a lifting service near me in Reading? The depot can help.
What Lifting Service Do You Need?
The load leads — weight, size, lifting points, and where it has to end up decide the crane, the rigging, and the radius. Access, ground, overhead lines, and neighbouring buildings all factor in before kit is selected.
A simple job may need only operated crane hire; a complex one needs a contract lift with survey, lift plan, RAMS, and supervision. Tight access points to a spider or mini crane, while heavy structural work may call for a mobile, crawler, or rough terrain crane.
Our Lifting Service Range
From structural steel and roof trusses to glazing, plant, modular buildings, and machinery, the lifting service covers it, with mobile, spider, mini, and crawler cranes matched to each site.
Operated hire brings a qualified operator; a contract lift runs the whole job from planning to sign-off. Spreader beams, chains, strops, vacuum lifters, and glazing gear can be added where needed. To view the range, see the lifting equipment collection. This service sits under Crane Service in Reading.
Lifting Services Across Reading, Berkshire
Around Reading, Berkshire, tight access, sloping ground, and soft plots regularly shape which crane is used and how it sets up. Checking conditions before mobilisation keeps the job moving.
Work extends to Wokingham and Bracknell too, from home steel and glazing to commercial plant moves and construction lifts. Photographs, drawings, and the postcode let Coppard assess access and the lift area before confirming.
Operated Lifting Service: CPCS Operators Available
With operated lifting services you get experienced CPCS-certified operators, briefed on the crane, load, site, and sequence before they arrive so the lift runs smoothly.
A contract lift adds an appointed person, lift supervisor, site-specific plan, and RAMS, with ground, crane position, radius, exclusion zones, and overhead hazards all assessed first. Call 0118 979 2828 to discuss your lifting requirements.
Why Choose Coppard for Your Lifting Service
Ring 0118 979 2828 and the Reading depot answers directly, with a team used to lifting on tight, uneven, and confined sites. Each crane and lifting item is serviced and checked before dispatch. Coppard’s 54 years of crane hire and lifting services, CPA membership, and Constructionline registration back the work.
Frequently Asked Questions: Lifting Service in Reading, Berkshire
Do you carry out a site assessment before the lift?
Yes. A site assessment may be completed before equipment is selected or delivered. Access width, ground conditions, working radius, overhead hazards, and the setup area are reviewed so the correct crane and lifting method can be planned.
What is the difference between operated hire and a contract lift?
Operated hire provides the crane and a qualified operator, while your team stays responsible for planning and supervising the lift. A contract lift places the lift plan, RAMS, crane selection, operator, and supervision with Coppard.
Do your crane operators hold current CPCS cards?
Yes. Operators supplied for crane work hold the appropriate current CPCS qualification for the equipment in use. Relevant inspection and examination records are provided for the crane and lifting equipment where required.
How do I prepare my site before the lifting team arrives in Reading?
Clear the access route, check the ground conditions, and make sure the landing area is ready for the load. Look out for overhead cables, trees, underground services, and restrictions that could affect crane movement or setup. Site photographs, load details, and the project postcode help identify issues before mobilisation. The Health and Safety Executive sets out guidance on planning lifting operations.
Need Lifting Service in Reading, Berkshire?
Got a lift to plan? The earlier you call, the easier it is to match the right crane, operator, and method to your site. Same or next-day mobilisation may be available across Reading, Berkshire, Wokingham, and Bracknell, subject to equipment, operator, and site requirements. Call 0118 979 2828.
