4 Questions to Ask When Hiring a Mini Excavator
Preston Hire has proudly established a reputation for our trusted, safe and reliable equipment. Our ability to provide machinery suitable for unique, challenging or specialised applications has been built over years of providing honest and knowledgeable advice from our team of specialists. We are particularly proud to serve the earthmoving sector with our impressive mini digger fleet. When hiring an excavator, customers can be bombarded with options for varying machine types, prices and inclusions. The team at Preston Hire have put together a short checklist of things to consider when seeking a mini excavator for hire. This list will assist in avoiding costly delays for you on site and will help to ensure you get the right gear, the right service and the right price!
Be sure to ask or consider these 4 questions when making your decision to hire a mini excavator:
- Is this the right machine for my job?
Getting the right gear for your job is really important. At Preston Hire, we take the time to learn about what you need to achieve for your project as we want to supply you with the right equipment to get the job done efficiently. Your hire company should offer advice on the versatility of your machine, the range of capabilities it offers, and any attachments that will help you get the job done faster. Our team of specialists can quickly adapt to different conditions, especially on long-term projects, meaning you can COUNT ON US when it comes to your earthmoving requirements.
- What are the safe operating procedures?
It is vital that our customers are always safe when using our machinery. You should always ask for more than just the manufacturer’s operating manual. Preston Hire will discuss a checklist of safe operating procedures with you, run through compliance documentation and manual in addition to offering your operator familiarisation with your compact excavator. Make sure you ask about a hire company’s credentials too. Ask for proof of permits and licenses required to enter your site to deliver the equipment. Preston Hire has extensive experience in unusual or challenging jobs. Ensure the hire company can handle complicated site access or remote locations to avoid timely delays.
- What’s the service history of the mini digger?
We take great pride in the maintenance of our fleet to ensure optimal performance of our equipment. Through the click of a button using our machine QR Codes, you can access complete service logs and records. Additionally, you can access service history, documentation, risk assessments and more. When you take delivery of your mini digger hire, your Preston Hire team representative will advise any maintenance that is required daily, weekly or monthly whilst the machine is on your site. Lubrication, preventative maintenance and regular pre-start checks are essential to keeping your team safe and productive. We are here to help you with this every step of the way.
- How old is the machine?
We know the full history of our fleet and pride ourselves on keeping our machines well-maintained, ensuring they are in top condition. The age of a machine is directly linked to its level of reliability: as a machine ages, it becomes more liable to failures and general wear and tear that increase the risk of failures. Preston Hire always provides reliable equipment across our entire fleet as we understand the importance of machines that deliver what we promise. When comparing hire packages, always ask how old the machine is before you hire and consider the implications of older machines.
Looking for a mini excavator for hire?
If you have questions about our excavator range or want to discuss the specifics of a job you have, please call our friendly team on 1800 440 550 or you can contact us through our website.
