Few building/home owners are aware that they are required to inform their insurers for both building and contents that scaffold is being installed, both date of installation and duration should be provided.
In the event of a claim you may NOT BE INSURED if you fail notify them.
If you don’t tell your insurer that your home or business is undergoing renovation your policy may become invalid in the event of a claim.
Your property could be left uninsured if you fail to tell your insurer that you’re undertaking renovations. [source go compare]