Demolition Equipment Hire covers breakers, excavators, TLBs, skid steers and attachments, with or without an operator. Through Demolitions South Africa you send one request and plant hire companies can reply with prices.
Describe your job once to get demolition equipment hire quotes.
Get Equipment Hire QuotesWhat Demolition Equipment Hire Includes
- Machine supply for the agreed period.
- Operator, if wet hire is chosen.
- Attachments such as breakers, buckets and crushers.
- Transport to and from site.
- Basic servicing during the hire.
Projects Covered
- Hand-held breakers and jackhammers.
- Mini excavators and TLBs.
- Skid steers (bobcats).
- Excavators with hydraulic breakers or crushers.
- Tipper trucks.
Scope Options and Exclusions
Scope options
- Dry hire (machine only).
- Wet hire (machine and operator).
- Daily, weekly or monthly rates.
- Fuel included or excluded.
Usually excluded
- Damage outside fair wear, which may be charged.
- Fuel, unless included.
- Site supervision and permits.
How It Works
- Assessment. The hire company confirms the machine, attachments and access.
- Quotation. You get rates, transport, deposit and terms.
- Work. The machine is delivered and used as agreed.
- Clearance. The machine is collected and checked.
Requests are accepted from all nine provinces. Matching depends on the service and on local contractor availability, so the number of replies can vary.
Demolition Equipment Hire Prices
Prices JUST UPDATED. Indicative ballpark ranges, excluding VAT. Your quote depends on the site.
| Work | Ballpark price (excl. VAT) |
|---|---|
| Electric breaker or jackhammer | R350 to R700 per day |
| Mini excavator, dry hire | R2,500 to R4,500 per day |
| Skid steer with operator | R3,500 to R6,000 per day |
| TLB with operator | R650 to R1,000 per hour |
| 20 t excavator with breaker and operator | R12,000 to R22,000 per day |
| Transport (lowbed) | R3,000 to R12,000 each way |
What Affects the Price
- Machine size and attachments.
- Hire period.
- Wet or dry hire.
- Transport distance.
- Fuel and deposit terms.
- VAT.
What to Include in Your Request
- Site location.
- The job the machine is for.
- Machine type or size, if known.
- Hire period.
- Wet or dry hire.
- Access width and ground conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Wet hire or dry hire?
Wet hire includes a trained operator and suits most demolition work. Dry hire needs a competent, licensed operator of your own.
Is fuel included?
It depends on the supplier. Check the quote.
Is there a deposit?
Many suppliers ask for a deposit or account. Confirm the terms first.
What size machine do I need?
Describe the job and access. The supplier will advise.
Is transport extra?
Usually, yes, especially for larger machines on a lowbed.
Describe your job once and get the best quote, fast.
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Keep it brief. Give your location, the service, the approximate size and a short description. With your consent, your enquiry is passed only to independent contractors suited to the job, and you decide whether to go ahead.
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