Questions To Ask When Renting Heavy Construction Equipment

There are many reasons you would want to rent heavy construction equipment over purchasing it yourself. You may only need a machine, like a long-reach drill rig, for a project near a cliff or steep slope, and you know you won’t use this specific machine again until a new project comes about. Before you rent the first machine you come across, understand the questions you should ask the dealer to ensure you get the best possible outcome from the equipment.

Will I Need Insurance?

A significant factor when renting equipment is if the company requires you to carry your own liability insurance. In some cases, the equipment business may provide the insurance for you, but in other instances you will need your own insurance and so will any other employees who plan to use the equipment.

Who Is Responsible for Maintenance?

Do you plan on having the heavy machinery for longer than a week? Enquire about who is responsible for maintaining the equipment so you can avoid downtime and unnecessary repairs. You never want to be stuck between a rock and a hard place when something vital happens to the equipment and you are later hit with a hefty repair bill.

How Will the Rig Be Transported?

Will you be in charge of getting the construction rig to the worksite or will the business deliver it for you? Most businesses provide this type of service to save your team time and money. If you need to transport the equipment yourself, ensure you have the right resources to execute that plan successfully.

What Is the Return Policy?

The last question to ask a business when you are renting their heavy construction equipment is what their return policy looks like. This won’t happen every time, but there might be a chance when you rent the wrong rig for the job you want to execute and will need to return it for the correct machine. Will the company allow this? What are their regulations regarding how long you can use the equipment before you need to return it?

It is always essential to keep these questions in mind when you need a rig for a construction project. Be on the same page with the rental company so that there is never a miscommunication. If you do not understand a specific policy, ask questions to prepare your team for what the company may require of you to rent the equipment.