When you’re planning your next job, you also need to think about which equipment you need to get it done. You may want to use something that you have on your lot; though there are going to be times when you’re going to need to rent something to get the job done.
Here are some tips to help you determine which equipment you need for the job.
Size and weight are important
Once you rent (or buy) a piece of equipment, you are going to have to be able to haul it to where you need it. If you don’t have the resources to haul it from one site to another, it is not going to be right for any job!
It also has to be big enough to get the job done
Two pieces of equipment may be able to do the job correctly. One may just take a few more days. You should always try to rent or buy the biggest piece of equipment for the job. That way you can do it as quickly and efficiently as possible.
You should also think about the job site
Some equipment is easier to move around in smaller places. If you get a piece that’s too big (or bulky), you may struggle to move it around without hitting anything.
You also need to think about how flat a job site is. Some equipment struggles to maneuver on hills and valleys; so they will not work for job sites that are not flat.
Consider which equipment are you and your employees able to use
Some people are used to older equipment and some like having the newest gadgets. Because of this, you need to make sure you and your employees can run the equipment you rent or buy. If not, you are going to be wasting plenty of time trying to get used to each new piece of equipment that you need.
Don’t be afraid to overestimate the rental costs
It can be hard to make estimates if you are not sure if you have the right equipment for the job. For this reason, you should always overestimate (within reason) for a bigger piece of equipment and for another day or two. This will save you some headache in the end because you won’t be scrambling to finish your job so that you can get the equipment returned.
Ask for help
Our skilled professionals are here to make your life easier. They know our equipment inside and out so they can point you in the right direction. They know what everything can and can’t do; don’t be afraid to talk to them about which equipment you need for specific purposes. They will help you choose the perfect piece!
Choosing which equipment is right for the job can be one of the hardest things that you may have to do. This is especially true if you have to rent something. You are going to want the biggest piece of equipment so that you can do it as quickly as possible. However, you also need to be able to move it from one place to another. It is also important that you and your employees are able to use it rather quickly. If it takes a day or two to learn to run the machine, you are going to wasting a lot of precious job time.
Don’t be afraid to talk to the rental company. They are very knowledgeable and they can really help you find the perfect piece of equipment for what you need.
Contact us to help you find the right piece of equipment for the job.