As winter sets in, construction sites face special challenges. Cold weather, frozen ground, shorter daylight hours and wet conditions all increase the risk of lost productivity and extended schedules. At Leppo Rents, we supply reliable equipment rentals and attachments built to help your team stay on schedule — even when the temperature drops.
Understand the Winter Jobsite Risk
When temperatures fall, several factors affect construction productivity:
- Frozen or hardened soil makes excavation and foundation work slower.
- Snow, ice and slush raise safety risks and slow material handling and movement.
- Cold machines can struggle to start, hydraulic systems may slow, and attachments may not perform as expected.
- Shorter daylight hours mean less usable working time.
Recognizing these risks ahead of time lets you prepare and act — instead of reacting.
Rent Equipment Built for Cold-Weather Performance
Leppo Rents’ fleet gives you access to machines and tools ready for rough conditions. Whether you need compact excavators, track loaders, wheel loaders or light towers, we’ve got you covered.
Examples of winter-ready equipment:
- Excavators with cold-weather packages, so hydraulic systems maintain performance.
- Skid steer and track loaders with attachments for snow removal, snowplowing, and material handling in icy yards.
- Wheel loaders capable of removing snow and loading materials when other machines slow down.
- Generators and light towers that keep power and lighting consistent on short winter days.
- Access equipment such as boom lifts and scissor lifts, maintained and ready even in low temperatures.
Leppo Rents’ flexible rental terms allow you to scale up or down as needed for the season.
Keep Your Project Moving: Planning & Support
Having the right equipment is only half the strategy. Here’s how to maximize uptime this winter:
- Plan for delivery and pickup: Winter weather increases logistics time. Secure machines early with Leppo Rents’ delivery and pickup options.
- Check attachments and accessories: Snow-clearing blades, heated cabs, cold-start engines and winter-rated hydraulics all matter.
- Maintain safety protocols: Ensure machines are cleaned of ice, operators use cold-weather PPE, and warm-up protocols are followed.
- Use lighting and power equipment: With shorter days, deploy light towers and generators so your team stays productive even when natural light fades.
- Schedule downtime wisely: Use rental flexibility. For example, bring in extra machines when the weather breaks to maximize productivity.
Why Leppo Rents Is Your Winter Construction Partner
Leppo Rents stands out for several reasons:
- Wide-ranging fleet including compact machines, heavy loaders, aerial access, power equipment, attachments and more.
- Well-maintained, newer equipment you can trust.
- Multiple locations and fast delivery or pickup to keep your jobsite moving.
- Expert rental specialists who understand your winter construction challenges and can help you pick the right machines and attachments.
Your Next Steps
Don’t let winter delay your schedule. Here’s what to do now:
- Review your upcoming projects and identify winter-vulnerable tasks (excavation, material handling, snow removal, lighting).
- Contact your local Leppo Rents with your timeline and jobsite conditions.
- Select equipment rentals built for cold weather: Excavators, loaders, generators, light towers and attachments.
- Schedule delivery before heavy winter weather hits.
- Use monitoring and maintenance best practices to keep machines running.
Keep Your Projects Moving with Leppo Rents This Winter
Cold weather doesn’t have to bring your construction schedule to a halt. With the right planning and dependable equipment, your team can stay productive, efficient and safe all season long.
From excavators and skid steers to light towers, generators and snow removal attachments, our winter-ready fleet helps you adapt to tough conditions without slowing down. Every machine in our inventory is maintained for reliability, and our team is ready to match you with the right tools for your jobsite needs
By choosing Leppo Rents, you’re not just renting equipment — you're gaining a partner focused on helping your crew work smarter, safer and faster, no matter what the weather brings. Contact your local Leppo Rents today to reserve your winter equipment and keep your projects moving forward.
Rent with confidence — rent with Leppo Rents.