Cherry Picker
At Dean McCathie Painters & Decorators Ltd., we offer professional Cherry Picker and MEWP (Mobile Elevating Work Platform) access hire throughout Edinburgh, the Lothians, Fife and Central Scotland.
By owning and operating our own boom lift and compact track-mounted spider lift, we provide our clients with greater flexibility, faster response times, and significant cost savings compared to traditional scaffolding solutions — without compromising on safety or finish.
“Our access platforms give us precision and control — enabling work at height to be carried out cleanly, efficiently and to the highest standard.”
Lift Capabilities
MEWP & Spider Lift Capabilities
• Privately owned cherry picker & MEWP fleet — allowing rapid deployment and full control of scheduling
• Track-mounted spider lift — compact and versatile, designed for restricted or sensitive access areas
• Reach capacity up to 30 metres — suitable for a broad range of building types
• Ideal for exterior painting, façade works, gutter and roofline maintenance
• Precise positioning for minimal disruption and reduced project downtime
• Suitable for residential, commercial, and industrial properties
Our MEWP and spider lift access hire service is ideally suited for:
- High-level painting and decorative works
- Gutter, fascia and soffit maintenance
- External building inspections and remedial works
- Roofline and signage installation
- Application of protective and intumescent coatings
- High-rise building refurbishment and façade restoration
- Heritage property maintenance and access solutions
Trained & Certified
Fully Trained & Certified Operatives
All access works are carried out by our in-house trained team. Our operatives hold:
• CSCS Registration (Construction Skills Certification Scheme)
• Advanced Craft & Trade Qualifications
• IPAF / PAL Licences for MEWP operation
• PASMA Certification for tower and safe height access
• Working at Height Regulation compliance training
Every operator adheres to HSE best practices and UK legal safety standards, ensuring your project is delivered with the highest level of professionalism and care.
Health & Safety First
• Full site-specific RAMS (Risk Assessments & Method Statements) provided
• Harness systems and fall protection used on all operations
• Lifting equipment maintained and inspected in line with LOLER 1998 and PUWER 1998
• Regular equipment inspections and operator certifications kept fully up to date
• Compliance with HSE Working at Height Regulations 2005
Book A Consultation
If your project requires professional access solutions, our team can provide expert guidance, technical input, and a tailored service package to meet your site requirements.