Acrow Prop Hire in Brighton, West Sussex
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No. 0 through No. 4 steel acrow props in stock at our Southwick depot. Call 01273 596 979 — we will confirm the right size for your ceiling height.
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The lintel is coming out and the wall above it needs holding. An acrow prop takes the load while you remove, replace or widen the opening. Coppard stocks No. 0 through No. 4 acrow props at Southwick for same-day collection, and from Regency terraces in Hove to flint cottages across the Downs we supply the right prop for your ceiling height and load. If you are searching for acrow prop hire near me in Brighton, call 01273 596 979.
What Size Acrow Prop Do You Need?
Acrow props come in five standard sizes — No. 0 through No. 4. Each size covers a different height range. The right prop depends on your floor-to-ceiling height and the load it needs to carry. Standard modern properties across Southwick, Portslade and Shoreham-by-Sea typically have ceiling heights that a No. 1 or No. 2 covers. Regency and Victorian terraces in Hove and Kemptown, along with older flint and brick cottages across the Downs, often have higher ceilings — you may need a No. 3 or No. 4. Listed buildings in these areas often need structural support during lintel replacement or wall repairs. Call 01273 596 979 with your ceiling height and we will confirm the right size.
Acrow Prop Hire — Sizes and Specifications
Renovation and extension work across Hove, Kemptown and the villages on the Downs frequently involves listed buildings and period properties with non-standard ceiling heights and structural configurations. Lintels in older flint and brick buildings need support during replacement — the prop holds the masonry above while the old lintel is removed and a new one fitted. The best practice is to consult your structural engineer before starting and confirm prop sizes, positions and quantities.
Most structural jobs — lintel replacements, RSJ installations, wall openings — need between two and six props depending on the span and the load.
All props are inspected, clean and adjusted to full working condition before hire. Strongboys and needles are available separately if your job requires them.
Full specifications for the complete acrow prop range are listed in the Coppard online catalogue.
Acrow Prop Hire Across Brighton and West Sussex
Strongboys and needles are hired separately and used with acrow props for structural opening work. The strongboy sits on top of the prop and slides into the mortar course to support the wall above a lintel or beam. Needles span wider openings where multiple props support a timber or steel beam. For RSJ installations across Hove, Worthing and Burgess Hill, the props hold the temporary beam while the RSJ is craned or manhandled into position and packed.
Acrow props are collected from the Southwick depot — they fit in a van or on a roof rack. No delivery needed for most jobs.
Contractors and builders across Brighton, Hove, Worthing, Shoreham-by-Sea, Lewes and Burgess Hill hire from this depot regularly. Looking for acrow prop hire near me? Same-day collection from Southwick.
Using Acrow Props Safely
Property renovation across Hove, Kemptown and the flint villages on the Downs drives consistent demand for structural support hire. Regency townhouses, Victorian terraces and period farmhouses all require temporary propping during structural alterations. If your project involves a listed building, your structural engineer will specify the support arrangement. We supply the props and accessories to match the specification.
Acrow props must sit on a solid base — a scaffold board or steel plate on solid ground, not directly on soft flooring. The pin and collar adjustment locks the prop to the required height. Never use the screw thread alone to bear the load.
If you are unsure about your setup, call 01273 596 979 and describe the job.
On domestic projects across Brighton, Hove and Worthing, acrow props are the standard temporary support for lintel replacement, wall removal and RSJ installation. Most builders carry their own props but hire additional ones for larger spans. If your structural engineer specifies more props than you own, hire the extras from our Southwick depot. Same-day collection, no minimum hire period.
Why Hire Acrow Props from Coppard?
Coppard stocks all five prop sizes at the Southwick depot. If you need props and trench sheets or props and an excavator, everything comes from one account. Call 01273 596 979.
Searching for the best acrow prop hire near me? Coppard covers Brighton, Hove, Portslade, Southwick, Shoreham-by-Sea, Lancing, Worthing, Steyning, Henfield, Burgess Hill, Hassocks, Lewes, Newhaven, Peacehaven, Hurstpierpoint, Littlehampton, Arundel and Chichester. Call 01273 596 979.
For the full range of Plant & Machinery Hire available from our Southwick depot, visit the Plant & Machinery Hire page.
View the full Acrow Prop Hire catalogue — specifications, models and current availability.
Frequently Asked Questions — Acrow Prop Hire
What sizes of acrow prop do you stock?
No. 0 through No. 4. Each covers a different height range. No. 0 is the shortest, No. 4 the tallest. Tell us your ceiling height and we will confirm the right size.
How many props do I need?
It depends on the span and load. A typical domestic lintel replacement uses two to four props. Wider openings and heavier loads need more. Your structural engineer will specify the number.
Do I need a strongboy?
A strongboy sits on top of the prop and slides into the mortar joint to support the wall above. If you are removing a lintel, you usually need strongboys. Mention it when you call.
Where can I find acrow prop hire near me in Brighton?
Call 01273 596 979. Same-day collection from Southwick. Serving Brighton, Hove, Portslade, Southwick, Shoreham-by-Sea, Lancing, Worthing, Steyning, Henfield, Burgess Hill, Hassocks, Lewes, Newhaven, Peacehaven, Hurstpierpoint, Littlehampton, Arundel and Chichester. Get Plant on Site Tomorrow.
Need Acrow Prop Hire near me in Brighton or West Sussex?
Call 01273 596 979. Same-day dispatch from Southwick. Delivery across Brighton, Hove, Portslade, Southwick, Shoreham-by-Sea, Lancing, Worthing, Steyning, Henfield, Burgess Hill, Hassocks, Lewes, Newhaven, Peacehaven, Hurstpierpoint, Littlehampton, Arundel and Chichester.
