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Crane Inspection Services London

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From tower cranes dominating London’s skyline in Canary Wharf and the City, to mobile cranes working on infrastructure projects in South London and East London, cranes are a vital part of the capital’s construction and industrial activity. These machines must be inspected regularly under the LOLER (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998) to remain compliant, avoid failures, and protect the thousands of workers who depend on them.

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At Excel Inspection Solutions, we carry out LOLER inspections across London, covering all 32 boroughs and the City. Our qualified engineer surveyors inspect tower cranes, gantry cranes, overhead systems and mobile cranes, ensuring full compliance with HSE standards.

What cranes require inspection in London?

LOLER requires all cranes to be examined by a competent person at prescribed intervals. In London, this means:

  • Every 12 months for standard lifting operations

  • Every 6 months if the crane is lifting people

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Our London crane inspections cover:

  • Tower cranes on major construction projects in the City, Canary Wharf and Nine Elms

  • Gantry cranes at logistics and industrial sites across East and West London

  • Goliath cranes supporting London manufacturing and infrastructure hubs

  • Overhead travelling cranes in industrial estates around North and South London

  • Jib cranes in workshops and engineering firms across the capital

  • Portal cranes at London’s dockside and Thames-side facilities

  • Mobile and lorry-mounted cranes serving commercial, transport and residential projects across Greater London

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Inspections also cover lifting accessories including chains, hooks, slings and shackles.

Why crane inspections matter in London

Cranes in London operate in some of the busiest and most demanding environments in the UK. A single failure could cause serious injury, fatalities, or bring a major project to a halt. Regular LOLER inspections allow early detection of issues such as fatigue, corrosion or hydraulic wear, reducing risks and improving reliability.

For businesses and contractors in London, regular crane inspections ensure:

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  • Legal compliance under LOLER and PUWER

  • Extended service life of expensive lifting equipment

  • Easier insurance claims and smoother audit processes

  • Safer worksites across the capital’s construction and industrial sectors

Our crane inspection process in London

Every London project has unique requirements, so we tailor our inspections accordingly. Our process includes:

  • Site visit by a qualified engineer surveyor to your London location

  • Full visual and operational checks of the crane

  • Detailed examination of brakes, wire ropes, limiters and control systems

  • Review of lifting accessories in use on site

  • A digital LOLER report including photographs and compliance notes

  • Immediate notification of any urgent safety issues identified

Why choose Excel Inspection Solutions for London?

Whether you manage high-rise tower cranes in Canary Wharf, overhead systems in West London factories, or mobile cranes supporting infrastructure upgrades in South London, we provide reliable crane inspections across the capital.

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London businesses choose us because we offer:

  • Specialist LOLER crane inspection expertise

  • Fast digital reporting with photographic records

  • Coverage across all London boroughs and the City

  • Inspections for both cranes and accessories in one service

  • Support with PUWER assessments where required

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Crane Inspection FAQs London

How often do cranes in London need inspection?

Under LOLER, cranes in London must be inspected every 12 months, or every 6 months if lifting people or working in hazardous environments.

Do you inspect tower cranes in Central London?

Yes. We regularly carry out LOLER inspections on tower cranes across the City of London, Canary Wharf and other central developments.

Are lifting accessories included in London crane inspections?

Yes. Chains, hooks, slings and shackles are all checked and recorded in our LOLER reports.

What happens if a crane fails inspection in London?

We provide a detailed digital report with clear next steps. Any unsafe equipment must be removed from service until repaired.

Do you inspect gantry and overhead cranes in London?

Yes. We inspect gantry cranes, overhead travelling cranes and goliath cranes across London’s warehouses, factories and industrial estates.

Crane inspections across London and beyond

Excel Inspection Solutions provides LOLER crane inspections across all London boroughs, including Westminster, Camden, Hackney, Southwark, Croydon, Ealing, Islington and beyond. As members of the Engineer Surveyor Inspection Network (ESiNet), we also extend our services across the South East and nationwide.

Other statutory inspections in London

In addition to crane inspections, we also provide statutory inspection services for London clients across:

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