What To Look For In A Crane Hire Company

AMAC Cranes • June 2, 2022

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If you end up with the wrong crane hire company, it's not just your wallet that's likely to be adversely affected - the wrong type of crane or an unsuitable contractual relationship could delay your project, resulting in it being completed to a poor standard or even cause an accident on site. To avoid these nightmare scenarios, take a look at our guide regarding what to look for in a crane hire company to get the very best service and results.

Check The Type And Quality Of Their Inventory

It's vital that your chosen crane company can give you access to high-grade, state-of-the-art cranes that are suitable for your project. Ideally, they should have a track record of successfully completing similar hires, so that it's clear they have the expertise and experience to provide what you need to get your project done.

Remember to check what maintenance and servicing are in place - a good hire company will have a strict schedule of servicing, inspection and maintenance to ensure their cranes offer reliable, safe performance, even in challenging conditions.

Ascertain Their Reputation

Google is your friend when it comes to reviews - most established crane hire companies will have a website where reviews are displayed. Plenty of positive reviews spanning a considerable period of time is normally a good indication they're likely to be a suitable choice. It's also worth checking with other industry professionals in the area to get their feedback on a crane company that you're considering.

Note that a crane hire company that's been trading successfully for a few years is likely to be a good bet as they wouldn't stay in business if they didn't offer a good service.

What Contract Options Are Available?

Ideally, a hire service should operate responsive, flexible contracts that allow you to tailor usage around the needs of your project. For example, is wet or dry hire an option? Can you swap cranes as your project progresses without undue delay or additional costs? Is transport to and from your site provided? Can hire be extended at short notice if your project unexpectedly overruns (for example, due to a patch of poor weather)?

The answers to these and similar questions help to build up a picture of the type of service you're likely to get, helping you to decide if the crane hire company is going to offer a tailored package that meets your needs.

Assess Customer Care

From the minute you pick up the phone to call a crane hire company, a good hire company will bend over backwards to provide what you need to complete your project. From having an excellent knowledge of their inventory and what type of crane is going to be most appropriate through to the provision of skilled operators or timely delivery if required, a good crane hire company will be committed to putting your needs first.

To find out more about the characteristics of a great crane hire company, or to get a FREE, no-obligation quote for your next crane hire, get in touch with the team at AMAC Cranes.