Acrow Prop Hire in Reading, Berkshire
Structural Support When the Load Shifts
The wall needs supporting before the lintel comes out. Four prop sizes in stock at our Winnersh depot — No. 0 through No. 4. Call 0118 979 2828.
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Opening up a wall, fitting a steel, or replacing a lintel? Acrow props support the load above while the structural work takes place below. If you are looking for acrow prop hire near me in Reading, we stock four sizes at our Winnersh depot at £3.00 per prop per week. Call 0118 979 2828.
Acrow Prop Sizes and Rates
Acrow props are adjustable steel columns with a screw-threaded extension and load-bearing plate at each end. Set to the required height, they carry the load above while the structural element below is removed or replaced. No. 0 through No. 4 covering heights from 1.83m to 4.87m. All at £3.00 per prop per week.
When Do You Need Acrow Props?
Acrow props are required for any structural alteration involving a load-bearing element. CDM regulations and building control mean the masonry above must be supported before any structural element is removed. Common jobs: new door or window openings, removing a chimney breast, fitting an RSJ, replacing a timber lintel with steel.
If you are unsure how many props or which sizes, call 0118 979 2828 and describe the job. We will advise.
For full specifications on the complete acrow prop range, view the Coppard online catalogue.
Acrow Props for Structural Work Across Berkshire
Berkshire and the Thames Valley have a mix of Victorian terraces, Edwardian semis, 1930s housing and post-war estates that regularly require structural alterations. Older lintels in properties across Reading, Earley and Woodley are commonly timber or rough stone — replacing with modern steel is one of the most common jobs your props support.
Barn conversions across the rural Thames Valley — Pangbourne, Twyford, Henley-on-Thames — typically require No. 4 props for tall clearances. Properties across Wokingham and Bracknell frequently need No. 1 and No. 2 props for standard room height work.
Looking for acrow prop hire near me? Builders across Reading, Wokingham, Bracknell, Earley, Woodley and Shinfield hire from this depot regularly.
Using Acrow Props Correctly
Acrow props must be set up correctly to be safe. Always place a timber sole plate under the bottom plate on any surface that is not solid concrete, and a head plate between the prop top and the soffit. Extend to firm contact and tighten the collar. Never use a prop that is bent, damaged or at maximum extension.
Why Hire Acrow Props from Coppard?
You are not calling a national hire desk. When you call 0118 979 2828, you speak to someone at the Winnersh depot who can advise on prop quantities and sizes for your specific job. Our stock is maintained and load-tested — we do not hire out damaged or bent props.
Coppard has supplied builders and self-builders across Berkshire since 1972. CPA member, Constructionline-registered, fully insured.
Searching for the best acrow prop hire near me? Coppard covers Reading, Winnersh, Wokingham, Shinfield, Twyford, Woodley, Earley, Bracknell, Crowthorne, Henley-on-Thames, Maidenhead, Pangbourne, Sandhurst, Newbury, Thatcham, Basingstoke, High Wycombe, Windsor and Slough. Call 0118 979 2828.
For the full range of Plant & Machinery Hire available from your Reading 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
How many acrow props do I need for a door opening?
For a typical 900 to 1000mm opening in a brick inner leaf, two props — one either side, set back 150 to 300mm from the cut — is standard. Wider openings may need three. Your structural engineer should specify the propping scheme.
What size acrow prop do I need?
Measure floor to soffit and select a prop within that range. No. 1 covers most standard rooms (to 3.12m). No. 2 for higher ceilings (3.35m). No. 4 for barn conversions and tall spaces (4.87m). If between sizes, go up.
Can acrow props be used on timber floors?
Yes, with care. Position a sole plate under the base spanning at least two joists. For heavy loads, a structural engineer should confirm the floor can take the temporary loading.
What is the minimum hire period?
One week at £3.00 per prop per week. Most lintel and beam jobs complete within a week. If longer, continue week by week at the same rate.
Can I collect props in my car?
Yes. Props are steel tubes that fit in a van, estate car or on a roof rack. Confirm quantities when you call so we have them ready.
Need the best acrow prop hire near me?
Call 0118 979 2828. Same-day collection from Winnersh. Delivery across Reading, Winnersh, Wokingham, Shinfield, Twyford, Woodley, Earley, Bracknell, Crowthorne, Henley-on-Thames, Maidenhead, Pangbourne, Sandhurst, Newbury, Thatcham, Basingstoke, High Wycombe, Windsor and Slough. Get Plant on Site Tomorrow.
Need Acrow Prop Hire near me in Reading or the Thames Valley?
Call 0118 979 2828. Same-day dispatch from Winnersh. Delivery across Reading, Wokingham, Bracknell, Newbury, Maidenhead and the Thames Valley.
