There are times in any project, no matter how big or small when heavy equipment is the right answer. It is generally a time-saver and can be more cost-efficient than relying on small equipment or manual techniques.
For example, if you need to dig out the foundations for a new building it is much easy to choose excavator hire than it is to dig them by hand. You will save time, money, and the process will be safer.
However, before you hire heavy equipment you should consider the following:
- Reputation
Before you select the equipment hire company you should do your homework. This means asking friends and colleagues whether they have had any experience with a specific firm and what they thought of them.
You can also look at social media and online forums to see what people have said about their experiences with specific businesses. You are looking for one that has mainly positive reviews. A few negative are acceptable as it is difficult to keep every customer happy.
In addition, negative reviews make the positive ones more genuine and help you to see how the business reacted/dealt with the issue.
- Access
The next step is to consider how accessible your site is and whether the heavy equipment you wish to hire can be delivered onsite. This gives you the opportunity to chat with the supplier and find out what their customer service is like and how helpful they are at resolving issues.
You need to have confidence in the business and your ability to talk to them about issues. That means discussing access is a great way to assess the business and whether you want to work with them.
- Age of the Machine
The equipment they supply should be relatively new and in great condition. This will ensure you are getting something that will do the job and is unlikely to break down on you. It also ensures you are paying a fair price for a fair service.
Alongside this, you need to verify the procedures and charges associated with the machine breaking down. This is unlikely to be your fault and it will slow your progress, the best suppliers will get a replacement machine to you if they can fix the one that has broken down. You can see Lakeside-hire.co.uk for new and efficient equipment.
- Operator/Training
It is important to establish whether the heavy equipment comes with an operator or not. If it doesn’t you will need to verify how much training is given. Even if you are an experienced operator there will be small differences between types of machines and the latest technology.
Ensuring there is adequate training will help to prevent accidents happening on your building site.
- Distance
Finally, it is best to use a supplier that is near to you. This will make it easier and cheaper to have the equipment delivered. More importantly, it will allow you to communicate with them in person and quickly deal with any issues. That can make a big difference when you are on a tight time schedule.
