Renovation works around existing buildings often need a careful access plan, particularly when cranes are being used close to landscaped or vulnerable ground.
At a leisure centre in Hull, glass panels had to be removed as part of the renovation works. The crane operation required temporary access around the sides of the building, where grass areas needed protection during the project.
GroundGuards supplied XtremeMat on hire to create a stable temporary access route and help protect the grassed areas while the works were carried out.
The Challenge
The project team needed crane access to support the safe removal of glass panels from the leisure centre.
Because the access route ran across grass areas beside the building, the ground needed to be protected from vehicle movement, equipment access, and the pressure of short-term site activity.
Without suitable ground protection, grassed areas can quickly become damaged, rutted, or difficult to use, especially when heavier site movements are involved. For a leisure centre setting, protecting the surrounding surface was an important part of keeping the works controlled and reducing unnecessary reinstatement.
The GroundGuards Solution
GroundGuards installed XtremeMat to form temporary access across the grass areas at the sides of the building.
XtremeMat gave the site team a practical hire solution for the crane-assisted removal works, helping to spread load, define the access route, and reduce direct impact on the grass below.
The hire approach meant the project had access to robust ground protection for the period it was needed, without committing to a permanent product purchase.
How XtremeMat Helped
For renovation projects, temporary access often needs to do two jobs at once: support the work and protect the site.
On this project, XtremeMat helped by:
- creating a clearer temporary access route to the work area
- supporting crane-related site movements
- helping protect grass areas beside the building
- reducing the risk of surface damage during the works
- providing a practical hire option for a short-term renovation requirement
This gave the project team a dependable access solution for a delicate removal task, while helping to keep the surrounding ground in better condition.
Supporting Renovation Work Around Existing Buildings
Ground protection is often associated with large construction sites, but it is just as useful on refurbishment and renovation projects.
Where teams need temporary access over grass, landscaped areas, car parks, footpaths, or other existing surfaces, the right matting system can help keep work moving while reducing avoidable damage.
For this leisure centre renovation in Hull, GroundGuards provided XtremeMat hire to support crane access and protect the grass areas beside the building during glass panel removal.
Need Ground Protection For Crane Access?
If your project needs temporary access over grass or other sensitive surfaces, GroundGuards can help you choose a suitable hire solution.
Speak to the GroundGuards team about XtremeMat hire, crane access, and temporary ground protection for renovation or construction works.
