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Same-day delivery to Northern Adelaide Wet & dry hire options
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Professional Equipment Hire Services in Adelaide

Equip Hire & Contracting provides fast, reliable excavator and tipper trailer hire throughout Adelaide and surrounding areas. Based in Modbury Heights, we specialise in same-day delivery to Northern Adelaide, offering both wet hire (with experienced operator) and dry hire (self-operated) options for residential, commercial, and civil construction projects.

Whether you're excavating for a pool, preparing a garden, trenching for services, or tackling a landscaping project, our mini excavators (1.8T & 2.5T) and 3.5T tipper trailer ensure you have the right equipment when you need it.

Same-day delivery throughout Northern Adelaide
New, well-maintained equipment fleet
In-house technicians for rapid support
Flexible hire periods (hours, days, weeks, months)
Competitive pricing with no hidden fees
Personal service from owner Jack Langley
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Our Fleet

Our Equipment Fleet

Mini Excavators

Mini Excavators

1.8T - 2.5T

Perfect for residential projects, tight access sites, and landscaping work. Our compact mini excavators deliver professional power while fitting through narrow gates and confined spaces.

Ideal for:

  • Pool and spa excavation
  • Residential landscaping
  • Garden preparation and levelling
  • Trenching for plumbing and electrical
  • Retaining wall installation
  • Tight access residential sites
From $200 per day HIRE MINI EXCAVATOR
Tipper Trailer

Tipper Trailer

3.5T

Reliable 3.5T tipper trailer for material transport, soil removal, and site deliveries. Available for hire separately or as combination packages with excavators for project efficiency.

Ideal for:

  • Soil and spoil removal
  • Material delivery to site
  • Garden waste removal
  • Construction debris transport
  • Landscape supply delivery
$100 per day HIRE TIPPER TRAILER
Excavator bucket attachment

Equipment Attachments

Extend your excavator's capabilities with our range of professional attachments:

Rippers
$20/day
Soil loosening and site preparation
Sleeper Grab
$30/day
Material handling and sleeper placement
Hydraulic Augers
Included in combo
200mm and 450mm available for posts, footings, and trees
200mm Bucket
Available
Narrow trenching and precise digging
Standard Buckets
Included
Multiple sizes for general excavation
Hire Options

Wet Hire vs Dry Hire - Which Do You Need?

Dry Hire

(Self-Operated)

You operate the equipment yourself. Perfect if you have experience with excavators or heavy machinery. We provide full equipment orientation and ongoing support.

Best for:

  • Experienced operators
  • DIY projects
  • Cost-conscious projects
  • Flexible scheduling

What's included:

  • Fully serviced equipment
  • Full fuel tank
  • Standard attachments
  • Delivery and pickup
  • Technical support if needed
Recommended

Wet Hire

(With Operator)

Our experienced operator comes with the equipment. Ideal for complex projects, time-sensitive work, or if you don't have excavator experience.

Best for:

  • Complex excavation projects
  • Time-critical work
  • Customers without machinery experience
  • Precision work requiring expertise

What's included:

  • Professional, qualified operator
  • Fully serviced equipment
  • All fuel and operation
  • Insurance coverage
  • Technical expertise
Coverage

Service Areas - Fast Delivery

Based in Modbury Heights, we provide rapid equipment delivery across Adelaide and surrounding regions

Northern Adelaide

Same-Day Delivery
Salisbury Elizabeth Munno Para Gawler Parafield Golden Grove Tea Tree Gully Modbury Greenwith One Tree Hill

Adelaide Metropolitan

Adelaide CBD Port Adelaide Prospect Norwood Unley Marion Mitcham

Adelaide Hills

Mount Barker Stirling Crafers Aldgate Bridgewater Lobethal

Regional South Australia

Barossa Valley Gawler Two Wells Virginia Angle Vale

Same-day delivery available to most Northern Adelaide suburbs when equipment is booked before 10am.

Why Us

What Makes Equip Hire Different?

Owner-Operated, Personally Accountable

When you call Equip Hire & Contracting, you speak directly with Jack, the owner. No call centres, no booking departments, no runaround. Just straightforward communication with someone who cares about your project success.

"I started this business because I saw builders, landscapers, and homeowners struggling with slow response times and impersonal service from big hire companies. We're different - you get professional equipment with personal attention."

- Jack, Owner

Rapid Response & Same-Day Delivery

Our Modbury Heights location means we can reach Northern Adelaide suburbs fast. Need equipment today? If we have availability, we'll get it to you - often within a few hours of your call.

Unlike larger companies with rigid scheduling, we're flexible and responsive to urgent project needs.

Equipment You Can Rely On

Every excavator and tipper in our fleet is meticulously maintained by in-house technicians. Equipment arrives clean, fully fueled, and ready to work. We guarantee it - because your project timeline depends on reliable machinery.

If any issue arises during your hire period, we respond immediately with technical support or backup equipment. No excuses, no delays.

Transparent Pricing, No Hidden Fees

What we quote is what you pay. No surprise charges for delivery (within service area), no fuel fees (equipment arrives full), no hidden costs. Just honest, straightforward equipment hire pricing.

Flexible hire periods mean you only pay for the time you actually need the equipment, whether that's a few hours, a few days, or several weeks.

Environmental Equipment

We provide a range of environmental equipment such as air purifiers, water treatment systems, and waste management solutions. Our equipment is designed to help you meet regulatory requirements and reduce your environmental footprint.

Training and Support

We offer training and support services to help you get the most out of your machinery. Our team of experts can provide on-site training, support, and maintenance to ensure your equipment is always running smoothly.

Our Customers

Who We Serve

Residential Homeowners

Tackling a backyard project? We provide professional excavation equipment with guidance to help DIY homeowners achieve excellent results.

Common projects:

  • Pool and spa excavation
  • Backyard landscaping and levelling
  • Retaining wall preparation
  • Garden bed preparation
  • Driveway installation
  • Shed pad preparation

Builders & Developers

Professional construction companies rely on us for responsive equipment access, reliable machinery, and flexible hire arrangements that adapt to project schedules.

Common projects:

  • House site preparation and cut/fill
  • Foundation excavation
  • Sewer and stormwater trenching
  • Site access roads
  • Multi-unit developments
  • Subdivision earthworks

Landscapers

Professional landscaping companies choose Equip Hire & Contracting for quality equipment, same-day availability, and equipment that arrives ready to work.

Common projects:

  • Garden preparation and levelling
  • Retaining wall installation
  • Feature installation (ponds, rock features)
  • Soil removal and replacement
  • Irrigation trenching
  • Tree planting preparation

Plumbers, Electricians & Tradespeople

Fast, reliable trenching equipment when you need it. We understand that your projects run on tight schedules - we deliver accordingly.

Common projects:

  • Sewer line trenching
  • Stormwater installation
  • Electrical conduit trenching
  • NBN and telecommunications trenching
  • Water main connections
  • Underground service installation
Process

How Equipment Hire Works

1

Contact Us for Availability

Call Jack on 0466 286 704 or complete our online quote form. We'll confirm equipment availability and provide transparent pricing immediately.

2

We Confirm Your Booking

Once you're happy with the quote, we'll lock in your booking with equipment delivery time confirmation. No deposits required for established customers.

3

Equipment Delivered Ready to Work

Your excavator or tipper arrives clean, fully fueled, with all standard attachments included. We provide a brief equipment orientation to ensure you're comfortable with operation.

4

Project Support Throughout Hire Period

If you need any assistance during your hire, call us directly. We're available for technical support, operation guidance, or equipment issues.

5

Equipment Pickup at Project Completion

Let us know when you've finished, and we'll arrange equipment pickup at a time convenient for you. Simple final inspection and you're done.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at jack@equiphireau.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

We deliver throughout Adelaide and surrounding regions, with same-day delivery available for Northern Adelaide suburbs including Salisbury, Elizabeth, Munno Para, Gawler, Golden Grove, Tea Tree Gully, and Modbury. We also service Adelaide CBD, Adelaide Hills, and regional SA areas.
Yes! Same-day delivery is available to most Northern Adelaide suburbs when equipment is booked before 10am and we have availability. Our Modbury Heights base allows us to reach many areas within a few hours.
Our hire includes the equipment, delivery and pickup within our service area, a full fuel tank, standard attachments, and technical support. For wet hire, this also includes the operator, their expertise, and insurance coverage.
For excavators under 6 tonnes, you generally don't need a specific licence for dry hire, but you should be competent and comfortable operating the machinery. For larger machines or commercial sites, additional certifications may be required. If you're unsure, our wet hire option includes an experienced operator.
Yes, we offer flexible hire periods including hourly, daily, weekly, and monthly rates. We understand that some jobs only need a few hours - just let us know your requirements and we'll work out the best arrangement.
We respond immediately to any equipment issues. Our in-house technicians can often resolve problems on-site, or we'll arrange backup equipment. Your project timeline is important to us - we don't leave you stranded.
Yes, wet hire is one of our most popular options. You get a fully experienced, qualified operator along with the equipment. This is ideal for complex projects, precision work, or if you don't have excavator experience.
1.8T Excavator: $200/day. 2.5T Excavator: $300/day. 3.5T Tipper Trailer: $100/day. Combo deals available: 1.8T Excavator + Tipper $280/day, 1.8T Excavator + Auger $280/day, 1.8T Excavator + Auger + Tipper $330/day. Rippers $20/day, Sleeper Grab $30/day. All prices include GST. Lower prices for 3+ day hires. Contact us for a specific quote.
We accept bank transfer, credit card, and cash. Payment terms vary based on customer history - established customers can arrange invoicing terms. New customers typically pay on delivery or completion.
Absolutely. Just give us a call and we'll extend your hire period, subject to availability. We understand projects don't always go to plan - we're flexible and responsive to your needs.
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Get Your Free Quote Today

Ready to hire? Call Jack directly or fill out the form. We respond fast - usually within the hour during business hours.

Call Now
0466 286 704
Email Us
jack@equiphireau.com
Location
Modbury Heights, SA

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