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Equipment Rental Guide: How to Choose the Right Lift for Your Job

Published : February 20, 2025

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Equipment Rental Guide: How to Choose the Right Lift for Your Job

Why Renting the Right Equipment Matters

Choosing the right equipment rental can save time, reduce costs, and improve safety on your job site. Whether you’re working indoors or outdoors, on a construction project, or in a warehouse, selecting the right aerial lift is essential. This guide will help you make an informed decision.

Step 1: Identify Your Work Environment

  • Indoor or paved surfaces? → Use an electric boom lift or scissor lift for smooth flooring.
  • Outdoor or rough terrain? → Choose a diesel-powered rough terrain lift with large tires for stability.
  • Tight spaces or confined areas? → A compact scissor lift or vertical mast lift is ideal.

Step 2: Determine Your Required Height & Reach

Step 3: Consider Weight Capacity – Are you lifting people or materials?

  • For two workers & tools → Check the platform weight limits (typically 500-1,000 lbs).
  • For heavier loads → Use a material lift or telehandler instead.

Step 4: Check Power Source

  • Electric lifts → Ideal for quiet, indoor use.
  • Diesel lifts → Best for outdoor, heavy-duty jobs.

Step 5: Understand Rental Terms & Costs

  • Rentals are based on daily (8 hrs), weekly (40 hrs), or 4-week (160 hrs) periods.
  • Additional charges apply for fuel, Damage Waiver, Environmental Fee, Transportation & Service fee
  • Delivery & Pickup fees vary by location—Request a quote for pricing.

Step 6: Safety & Training Requirements

  • Operators must be trained & certified per OSHA and ANSI standards.
  • A safety harness is required for certain lifts—check the manufacturer guidelines.
  • Never exceed the maximum weight limit of the lift.

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