How to Rent Automotive Tools

Rent automotive tools and save money.

Mechanics and do-it-yourself vehicle owners that do not have the proper tools to complete a repair job may rent specialty tools. Renting tools from a reputable business costs less than buying them. National automotive supply chains as well as tool rental businesses provide specialty tools for the public. Some businesses, such as auto parts stores, will lend tools free of cost, only requiring a monetary deposit, while tool rental businesses typically charge a fee plus a deposit.

Things You'll Need

• Credit card
• Cash
• Drivers License

Instructions

1. Travel to your local auto parts store. Ask an auto part store employee for the specific tool needed for the repair job.

2. Go to the nearest specialty tool rental business if your area auto part store does not carry the needed tools. Call ahead for the best prices and rental terms before heading out.

3. Pay the required deposit fee with either a credit card or cash, as well as any fees imposed by the specialty tool business or auto repair shop. Return the tool within the agreed time frame set forth in the rental agreement.

Tips & Warnings

• Clean the tools before returning them.

• Tools not returned within the required time frame will result in a lost deposit or the renters' credit card charged for the full value amount for the tool.

• Returning damaged tools will result in fees or require the owner to pay the full purchase price.

References

• AutoZone: LOAN-A-TOOL PROGRAM
• Sudbury Tool Rental: Rental Policies