By Irene Herron


All construction projects involve heavy lifting at one point or the other. Whether you are a construction company or a home owner, a crane will be required on site at one point in the life of a project. Buying the equipment for a single project becomes unrealistic and too expensive. The good news is that companies offering cranes for rent will provide all kinds of heavy lifting equipment you may need.

All these companies promise the best services. However, there is a difference between promising and providing. Some cannot meet the standards like lifting capacity or expertise of riggers. Others are too far that the cost becomes prohibitive. In other cases, the weight being lifted requires special machines. This calls for caution in choice of a crane provider. What should you consider to ensure that you get the best quality crane?

Go for a comprehensive package. Do not be in a rush to sign the first provider you lay your hands on. The best option is to get quotations from different providers. This gives you a chance to evaluate the kind of package you are getting. Go for the company offering the equipment and the driver. It should also provide cover and a bond for the machine while at work. You will have few things to worry about.

Read the details of contracts provided as you choose between packages. Everything you imagine should be captured and especially the charges for rental services. This helps you avoid the shock of hidden charges when there is a mishap on site. The reputation of hiring company or reviews from other clients will help you identify a reliable equipment provider.

Always consider the safety of people, structures and equipment on site. This is best guaranteed by well maintained equipment especially through regular servicing. A highly trained and experienced operator is also an important factor to consider. Get the right crane for the job. The operator must be well protected alongside the load being lifted. If a company has a history of accidents, keep away from it.

It helps to have the operator visit your site before signing for the equipment or services. This provides clarity and full knowledge of the requirements. If you are dealing with a professional company, it should provide a rigger or connect you to one. This is an indication of concern for safety and the need to make your work easier. They will help you avoid amateurs or unprofessional operators who will endanger your work operations.

Experience in provision of cranes is one of the most important considerations. An experienced operator or company will identify differences in cranes ensuring that the equipment you get is the right one for the job. There are sites where the maneuvers are sensitive. Without the right operator or by getting the wrong equipment you are exposing yourself to disasters. Be ready to invest in professional services and the right equipment.

Since your project is operating on a budget, you must consider the price you are getting the equipment at. Always bargain based on your needs. If you have an operator or require a flexible schedule, the price will go down. Consider a safe and successful completion of your project as opposed to too much focus on the price.




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