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Plant hire you can trust
Get the equipment you need, when you need it.
Transparent plant hire with clear pricing, reliable delivery, and well-maintained machines. Get your price instantly and book with confidence from a trusted local operator.
Transparent pricing
Know exactly what you’ll pay before you book. Clear rates on every machine, no hidden extras, and no surprises on the day. All equipment is regularly serviced, clean, and ready to go straight to work.
On-time delivery
Your machine arrives when we say it will and gets collected when you’re done. We keep things simple, keep you updated, and make sure your job isn’t held up waiting around.
Opportunities Before They Surface
Get ahead of the job with the right kit available when you need it. Well-maintained machines, quick turnaround, and local availability mean you can get started sooner and keep things moving without delays.
Transparent plant hire with clear pricing, reliable delivery, and well-maintained machines. Get your price instantly and book with confidence from a trusted local operator.
Diggers
Reliable machines for digging, trenching, and site preparation across projects of all sizes. Built for performance and precision.
Dumpers
Ideal for transporting soil, aggregates, and waste across site with ease. Designed for productivity and durability.
Rollers
Professional compaction equipment for sub-base, landscaping, and finishing surfaces to a high standard.
Groundcare
Reliable machines for maintaining green spaces, estates, and outdoor environments efficiently and professionally.
Other products
Additional Equipment for Every Project. Reliable, practical and ready for work when you need them.
Use our calculator to quickly estimate the cost based on your selected machine, hire period, and options.
Plant Hire Price Calculator
Choose a machine and dates to see pricing. Self-drive shows machine hire cost only — delivery and insurance are confirmed at booking. Operated hire prices are all-inclusive.
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Prices are guide prices only and may vary based on delivery, collection, insurance, and availability.
All prices exclude VAT unless the VAT toggle is enabled. Self-drive prices show machine hire cost only — delivery and insurance are confirmed at booking. Operated hire is all-inclusive. All prices are guide prices only.
Standard Self-Drive Hire Rates
| Machine | Weekly Rate |
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| Micro Digger (0.75t) | £240 + VAT |
| 1.5t Digger | £240 + VAT |
| 3t Digger | £336 + VAT |
| Tracked Barrow (JCB HTD-5) | £210 + VAT |
| 1t Hi-Tip Dumper | £240 + VAT |
| 3t Front-Tip Dumper | £252 + VAT |
| 80cm Twin Drum Roller | £240 + VAT |
| 120cm Twin Drum Roller | £264 + VAT |
| RTV Utility Vehicle | £420 + VAT |
| G26 Ride-on Mower | £504 + VAT |
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Flexible hire? Hiring for less than a week or for several weeks? Call us for a tailored rate.
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Delivery & collection are charged according to the delivery location. Call us with the delivery postcode for a confirmed price.
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Hire period: A weekly hire runs for seven consecutive days from the agreed start time. For example, a hire beginning at 11:00am on Monday would finish at 11:00am the following Monday.
Operated Hire Rates
| Duration | Micro Digger | 1.5t Digger | 3t Digger |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 day | £350 + VAT | £350 + VAT | £400 + VAT |
| 2 days | £690 + VAT | £690 + VAT | £790 + VAT |
| 3 days | £1,020 + VAT | £1,020 + VAT | £1,170 + VAT |
| 4 days | £1,340 + VAT | £1,340 + VAT | £1,540 + VAT |
| 5 days | £1,650 + VAT | £1,650 + VAT | £1,900 + VAT |
| Each additional working day | +£310 + VAT | +£310 + VAT | +£360 + VAT |
✓ Operated hire prices include a CPCS-qualified operator, fuel, delivery and collection, and three standard buckets.
Hire Regularly? Open a Costello Account.
Call or email us to open a Costello account and access preferential rates tailored to your hire requirements. Account prices are agreed individually based on your usage and requirements.
📋 Download Account Application FormHow to Book
- Choose the machine you require.
- Call or email us with the hire dates and delivery postcode.
- We confirm the complete price.
- Once agreed, we confirm the booking and arrange delivery.
Not Sure Which Machine?
Tell us the following and we’ll recommend the most suitable machine:
- What work you are carrying out
- Your minimum access width
- Whether there are height restrictions, steps, both or neither
- The delivery postcode
- Your preferred hire dates
Real feedback from people we've worked with. Builders, landscapers and homeowners who've hired our machines and relied on us to get the job done properly.
Groundworks, Surfacing and Landscaping Specialists
Creating high-quality driveways, residential groundworks and landscaping projects with expert workmanship, reliable service and attention to detail.
Explore our FAQs to quickly find answers about pricing, hire periods, and available equipment.
What's included in the price?
Delivery, collection, full insurance, and 24-hour support are all included. No hidden fees, no surprise charges. What you see is what you pay.
How long can I hire for?
From 1 day to multiple months (or longer)
What if I need an operator?
We can provide an experienced operator for most machines. Add it to your booking through the calculator and we’ll confirm availability and pricing.
How far do you deliver?
We cover a wide area across the region. Check our coverage map or call us to confirm your location. Delivery is included in all our rates.
What if equipment breaks down?
We maintain every machine to a high standard. If something fails during your hire, we’ll replace it or provide support. That’s what the insurance covers.
