It doesn't matter whether you're a professional DIY homeowner or a construction company that needs equipment for one job, equipment rentals provide a budget-friendly solution. They provide you with the equipment to get the job done without you having to spend additional money on equipment you may not use again. Before renting out equipment, it's essential to look for these key things in rentals.

Quality and Maintenance

Before renting equipment, carefully inspect the equipment to ensure that it's in good condition. Ask rental companies if you can take it for a brief test drive if applicable. Inquire as to the last time maintenance was performed to ensure that the equipment isn't going to break down in the middle of the job. Ask the salesman to see the proper paperwork regarding the maintenance of the machines you'll be renting.

Knowledge on Equipment

A company should have experience regarding the equipment they are renting out. This makes it more likely that the company properly maintains equipment. It's also ideal for customers because the salesman can give advice. For example, according to For Construction Pros, mixed and granular soils with less than 10- 15% cohesive soil can easily be compacted with vibrating plates and rammers.

Flexible Rentals

Before renting machinery, it's important to know if the rental period is flexible. For example, if you're in the middle of a job and have to take a few days off due to rain, will you be able to rent the equipment longer than originally planned? Ask about any additional fees that will be charged if you need the equipment longer.

Clear Pricing

An honest company will not have a problem discussing fees with a customer. Before deciding on a company for equipment rentals, ask about specific fees, such as how much is charged per day and whether insurance is included in that fee or charged separately.

Delivery and Pickup

Working with a company that offers delivery and pickup services for their equipment rentals is ideal. This ensures that you don't have to rent a truck to haul heavy equipment. Instead, all you have to do is wait at the job site for them to drop it off. Ask companies if there are extra costs for these services, too.



These are just a few things you should confirm before signing a rental agreement. At Ferri Equipment, we have a variety of equipment available for rental. Give us a call when you're ready to rent equipment for your next big job.