Table of Contents
- Plan Ahead
- Choosing the Right Equipment for Your Municipality's Needs
- Opt for Maintenance-Ready Rentals
- Track Usage and Avoid Over-Renting
Local governments face the challenge of keeping roads safe and communities operational despite snow, ice, and freezing temperatures every winter. Renting reliable winter equipment, such as skid steers and compact loaders, can be a cost-effective solution for municipalities. However, to truly maximize value, it’s important to adopt strategies that minimize costs without sacrificing quality or efficiency. Here are some tips to help local governments save money while renting winter equipment.
Plan Ahead
Winter equipment demand spikes during the cold months, leading to limited availability. Planning rentals early in the year ensures municipalities can secure the equipment they need without last-minute stress. For example, Leppo Rents opens reservations for snow rentals in early August, and most of their skid loaders are booked by the end of September. Early preparation ensures your community is ready to handle unexpected snowstorms without scrambling for resources.
Choosing the Right Equipment for Your Municipality's Needs
Selecting the right equipment is key to avoiding unnecessary expenses. For example, wheel skid steers are ideal for snow removal because their ties provide better traction by concentrating ground pressure in a smaller area, unlike track skid steers. Additionally, skid steers with two-speed options allow operators to clear snow faster, saving time and resources.
For specific tasks like clearing sidewalks or tight spaces in HOAs, compact machines like mini-track loaders (MTs) or small articulated loaders (SALs) are excellent options. Consult with us to ensure you get the right tools for your community’s unique needs.
Opt for Maintenance-Ready Rentals
Choosing well-maintained equipment with service agreements minimizes downtime and repair costs. At Leppo Rents, all rental equipment is thoroughly inspected and prepared for winter use, including fluid filming loaders to protect them during long-term snow rentals. It’s best to start the machine every few days during the cold months to ensure the battery doesn’t go bad. There’s always the option to add an engine block heater to reliably start equipment during the winter. However, our central road service team is equipped to quickly address issues and ensure the equipment remains operational.
Track Usage and Avoid Over-Renting
Monitoring how frequently and extensively rented equipment is used can prevent over-renting, which wastes valuable funds. Use a wireless GPS tracking systems or manual logs to record equipment usage and downtime.
Customers renting through Leppo’s snow program commit to paying for the rental, however, there are other flexible options available for other rental types where equipment can be returned when no longer needed.
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