How to Rent Caterpillar Machines
Caterpillar Machines are large, heavy-equipment machines designed for contracted building projects. Small versions of caterpillar machines, such as cherry pickers or fork lifts, may be available for rent from your local home supply store. Heavy equipment for large jobs should only be rented by experienced professionals.
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Instructions
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Determine what kind of job you need to do. Caterpillar machines come in a variety of sizes for every type of job.
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Set a budget for rental equipment. This will need to be a part of the quote you give your customer.
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Search the Internet for licensed Caterpillar dealers in your area that provide rentals. You can also look in the Yellow Pages.
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Talk to others who have rented Caterpillar Machines to find out which company they preferred. You can learn a lot about the quality of a rental supply company by networking with other construction professionals.
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Visit the Caterpillar dealer you want to work with. Ask questions about rates and service, as well as about licensing requirements and insurance coverage.
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Set up a delivery date and time to your construction sight. Be sure you have signed all the appropriate papers so your equipment can be delivered on time.
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Understand your responsibility for the condition of the equipment upon return. This includes gasoline, cleaning and general maintenance.
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Tips & Warnings
Pull all appropriate permits from your city or municipality before beginning any construction project.
Be sure you have the proper license to operate heavy equipment before signing a rental agreement.
Never operate heavy equipment without the proper training. Be sure to use your most experienced workers to operate this type of machinery.
