How to Hire Construction Tools: What You Need to Know Before Booking

Whether you’re a homeowner doing a weekend job or a builder running a full site, hiring tools is one of the smartest ways to cut project costs — as long as you know what to look out for.

ShellCo’s local tool hire service in Stevenage makes it quick and easy to get the gear you need without wasting time or money.

Here’s what you need to know before booking any construction tool hire.

🧱 1. Know What Tools You Actually Need

Before you hire anything, figure out:

• What material you’re working with

• How deep, long, or wide the job is

• What you already have on site

• Whether your power supply is 110v or 240v

Some common combos we hire out:

• Acrow Props + Strong Boys (for knocking through walls)

• Wacker Plate + Cement Mixer (for sub-base and concrete prep)

• 9” Grinder + Breaker (for chasing out or demo work)

Not sure what combo suits your job?

Contact us — we’ll advise you free.

🚛 2. Collection or Delivery? (ShellCo = Both)

All ShellCo tools can be:

• Collected in Stevenage (by appointment)

• Delivered locally (subject to availability)

Our tools are clean, checked, and site-ready — no hidden charges or ridiculous deposits.

📆 3. Don’t Over-Hire

You don’t always need a full week.

We offer:

• 1-day hire

• Weekend deals

• Weekly bookings

• Long-term hire (quote-based)

Tip: Plan your job tight, and you can save up to 50% just by returning tools early.

🧰 4. Check for Extras

Some companies upsell “mandatory” extras like:

• Tool insurance

• Cleaning fees

• Extension leads

• PPE kits

  
  

  ShellCo keeps it simple: you only pay for the tool — nothing else unless requested.

🔧 Tools We Hire Out:

Check the full list here →, but top hires include:

• Acrow Props

• Strong Boys

• Petrol Mixers

• 110v Electric Mixers

• 4”, 9” and Petrol Grinders

• Hydraulic Breakers

• Tile Cutters

• Staging Boards

• Wacker Plates

• Reciprocating and Skill Saws

• Bowser Washer

• Hedge Trimmers and more

📍 Who We Hire To:

Tool hire is available for:

• Builders and contractors

• Landlords and property managers

• DIY and homeowners

We mainly hire within Stevenage, with collection-only options in nearby towns:

Hitchin, Welwyn, Royston, Shefford, Biggleswade, Cambridge, and more.

See full list →

📞 Need to Hire Now?

We’ll get you booked in today or tomorrow (subject to availability).

➡️ Request Tool Hire Here