Renovating a three story house proved to be more work than I originally thought it would be. Adding two bathrooms to the upper levels with beautiful garden tubs seemed like a great idea on paper, but when it came down to getting the tubs up to where they needed to go, we ran into several problems. The contractor suggested that we consider renting a crane to get some of the heavy stuff lifted to the upper levels - that was a brilliant idea. If you are considering a project such as this, read through my blog to find out how heavy construction equipment can make the impossible possible.
If you're facing a heavy-duty job in your yard, it's time to think about renting a piece of heavy equipment from a location like Sound Equipment Rentals & Sales. Whether you need a bulldozer, a loader or another type of machine, renting this piece of equipment will help you get the work completed in a fraction of the time it would take you by hand and with considerably greater ease. When you visit the rental center, you can count on the rental agent walking you through not only the type of equipment you'll need for your job, but also a variety of information about the rental process. Here are three questions to be sure you cover before you sign the rental agreement.
Is There A Discount For A Long-Term Rental?
While some projects will require the use of heavy equipment for only a day, the reality is that larger products will require several days of work, especially if you run into complications before the task is complete. If you expect to need the heavy equipment for an extended period of time, it's useful to ask about the availability of a discount for a long-term rental. Many companies provide this perk for their customers and frequenting a rental center that offers such pricing flexibility can help you keep within your budget for the project.
How Do I Store The Equipment Overnight?
If you're going to be using the heavy equipment for at least two days, it's valuable to ask the rental agent about the steps you need to take to secure and store the machine overnight. Each rental center takes a different specific approach to this topic, but you might be asked to load the equipment onto its trailer and lock secure it with locks, for example. While this information is typically included in the rental contract, it can be easy to gloss over these details when you're hurrying to start the project. Covering it with the rental agent right away means there are no surprises later on.
What About Servicing The Equipment?
Short of filling it with gas and spraying it down with a hose, you won't often have to worry about servicing the equipment during a short-term rental. If you need the machine for a longer duration, however, it's good to clarify what servicing tasks are necessary. For example, is the machine nearing an oil change? Will the rental center send someone to your site to do this work for you? Ensuring that you're up to speed on servicing the equipment reduces the risk of a breakdown that can hinder your productivity.
Share20 January 2016
