If your goal is to start a construction business or to invest in one, you may be wondering what equipment the company would need. While the necessary machinery will vary depending on the job, there is some specific heavy equipment that will be required.
In this article, we’ll discuss the basics needed to start a construction business and the purchase options for the heavy equipment you’ll need.
Lifts/Work Platforms
Aerial work platforms are also known as lifts. This equipment is essential for reaching high places without putting the worker in danger. Whether you are working on a high-rise building or removing graffiti on a wall, you would benefit from having access to these on the jobsite:
- Boom lift — A vehicle that carries workers, tools and supplies to the jobsite off the ground.
- Scissor lift — An aerial platform lift that is used for interior work such as ceiling construction and sign hanging.
- Telehandler — A hydraulic lifting machine that handles heavy materials.
- Vertical lift — A work platform designed to enhance productivity in the workplace.
Loaders
A loader is heavy equipment that moves material and debris. Loaders clear rubble, remove waste materials and snow, lay pipes, and dig shallow surfaces.
Here are some common loaders used on jobsites:
- Mini track loader — A small and versatile loader that’s powerful enough to work alongside skid steer loaders and compact excavators while flexible enough to maneuver through a variety of tight spaces.
- Skid steer loader — A small-engine powered machine with lift arms that can attach to a variety of buckets and attachments.
- Track loader — A multipurpose piece of equipment used for unloading trucks, digging, lifting, grading and bulldozing.
- Small articulated loader — A nimble loader with a tight-turning articulation joint that allows the equipment to maneuver in tight spaces. It also has a turf-safe mode that limits the chance of cutting into the turf as it turns or carries a load.
- Backhoe loader — A small and versatile machine used for digging, trenching, back-filling and material handling.
Compactors
A compactor is also referred to as a roller, and is a machine used to compact various materials, waste, biomass, or asphalt. Compactors commonly seen on job sites include the following:
- Smooth drum — A compactor that uses one to two steel rollers and vibration or oscillation to compact soil and asphalt, making it more suitable to support heavy loads.
- Walk/tow behind — The compact size of this compactor allows it to get up close to buildings and curbs. Walk/tow behind compactors are suitable for road patching, back-filling and pipeline construction.
Excavators
Excavators are heavy construction equipment used for digging, moving, and transporting loose gravel, sand, or soil. Two common excavators seen on job sites include:
- Crawler excavator — A large excavator that runs on two large endless tracks. It is commonly used for mining and heavy-duty construction.
- Mini excavator — A smaller and lighter version of the standard excavator. Used for minimizing ground damage and fitting into crowded, narrow sites such as parking lots and indoor spaces.
- Large excavator – A large excavator that gets the big jobs done in a shorter time, and has the convenience of variable power modes for any job site project.
Rent and Lease Construction Equipment from Leppo Rents
Buying construction equipment, especially new equipment, is costly. Not only can the initial costs be high, but the maintenance and repairs can also add up if you don’t have a trusted vendor or supplier who can handle them. Used equipment, while it can lower initial costs, will also require additional support from a partner who can handle repairs and maintenance.
Renting equipment lets you choose from a variety of equipment, saves you the time needed for maintenance, and allows you to access what you need when you need it.
As a construction equipment dealer with over 75 years of experience, Leppo Rents is the number one choice for construction equipment rental in Ohio, Alabama, and Florida. No matter what the job is, or the equipment needed, we’ll find a balanced solution that pleases both the customers and investors.
We are committed to arriving at the job at the agreed time and believe communication is essential. Whether you choose to pick up the equipment or have it delivered, we will be upfront with any potential issues and will not hide any problems from you. All rental equipment will be fully fueled upon arrival, fully inspected, and ready for work.
To learn more about the construction equipment you can rent or lease, explore our selection or contact us for a quote.
