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Cost Effective and Timely

Equipment and Tool Rental Can Help Keep Projects on Track

By Seth Skydel
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Seasonal cycles affect many industries, and construction contractors know that well. As the weather warms up, especially in colder regions, increased requests for outdoor projects come pouring in. It’ s a good problem to have, but it also means that some types of equipment or tools may be needed on a moment’ s notice.

What construction contractors also know is that there are affordable and easy-to-use tool and equipment rental options at their disposal to complete clients ' projects cost-effectively and efficiently.
“ No matter the utilization of tools and equipment, renting can be a smart choice for contractors, especially when it comes to managing cash flow, optimizing usage and driving project efficiency,” said Nathaniel Brookhouse, senior manager of business development for The Home Depot Rental.
“ Renting also allows contractors to access the right tools and equipment without the longterm commitment of ownership. It’ s a flexible solution that balances efficiency, cost and quality.”
For construction contractors, according to Brookhouse, the benefits of equipment and tool rental programs are straightforward:
• Equipment rental services offer flexibility, including access to specialized machinery, without the long-term commitment of ownership.
• Rental services can help meet specific project requirements by providing equipment tailored to each job.
• Rental services are cost-effective. If you look at the ROI, you must use the equipment or tool you bought many times to recoup the purchase price. With a rental, you are paying for a single use at a fraction of the product’ s
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