Bucket trucks are very useful when cleaning or wiring jobs are carried out, as they help in accessing areas that a standard ladder cannot. Here is a step-by-step guide to renting bucket trucks.
Step 1
The first step would be to understand the size of the bucket you will need. Usually, a single bucket will hold anywhere between 300- 350 pounds. A larger double bucket has the capacity to lift around 750 pounds.
Step 2
The next step is to calculate just how high the bucket or the basket crane will have to be to reach the target. Talking to a rental company on this and getting inputs will really help in this regard.
Step 3
Depending on the working conditions, the type of bucket trucks required will have to be decided. The choice of the truck will depend on the transmission, model of the truck or type of fuel and hydraulic or electric system.
Step 4
Once the above steps are completed, you will have to think about the cost factor. It all depends on how much money you are willing to shell out for renting bucket trucks. If the requirement is for a longer period, usually a few weeks, then leasing bucket trucks is the best option. Contacting multiple rental companies and requesting for quotes will give a better idea of how much the cost will be for renting as well as leasing.
Step 5
When bucket trucks are rented or leased you must be aware that an operator is required as it is a specialized skill to operate basket cranes or boom lifts. Having an operator in-house, as part of your project will save you the cost of hiring one from the rental company.
Step 6
Since the bucket trucks are expensive vehicles, it is important to buy liability commercial/auto insurance before renting them. Also get to know the service or repair conditions that the rental company offers.
Step 7
In the event of an existing employee operating the truck, make sure that employee has at least a valid standard class C driver license. If the rented bucket truck weighs more than 26,000 pounds a commercial driver license will be required to operate the truck.
Yes, you can rent bucket trucks. You generally rent them by the day, week or month. Penske offers bucket truck rentals and has several sites across the country.
Penske Truck Rental is a national company that rents bucket trucks: http://www.pensketruckrental.com/
General contractors are allowed to rent bucket trucks as long as they meet the required qualifications. They would have to have a license to operate it on private property and they would also have to carry the insurance incase something happens.
Advanced Aerials‎ should have bucket trucks for rent. You can contact them at 12930 Emmett Road, Houston, TX‎ - (713) 983-9366‎
You can check out rental listings online at www.nescosales.com or www.alasher.com/rentals.php
A bucket truck rental business, rents out bucket trucks to those who need to use this type of equipment. Bucket trucks are essential element of utility/construction equipment, the rental service provides individuals with the opportunity to use the equipment without having to purchase the equipment, but instead rent as you need.
It will cost you about $20 to $40 per day to rent the truck. It can vary some by area.
You can find a lisitng of used bucket trucks by going to www.craigslist.com for some local deals in your area about used bucket trucks for sale and in your local newspaper
Kenco bucket trucks located at 13118 Ticonderoga Road in Houston.
If one is looking for bucket trucks, he should visit "CommercialTruckTrader". This website is used by several manufacturers to sell used and new trucks.
Used bucket trucks are available from sites like Bucket Trucks, Commercial Truck Trader, and Utility Fleet Sales. They may also be offered in newspaper classified sections or sites like Craigslist.
The best places to find used bucket trucks for sale online are through autotrader.com and ebaymotors.com. Also check http://vehicles.oodle.com/used-vehicles/for-sale/bucket-trucks/.