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Other Products
Additional Equipment for Every Project
From site access solutions to specialist attachments and utility locating equipment, we offer a range of additional hire products to support construction, landscaping and groundwork projects.
Track Mats
Description
Protect sensitive ground and create safe access routes with our track mat hire. Ideal for construction sites, landscaping projects, events and temporary access roads, track mats help reduce ground damage while providing improved traction for machinery, vehicles and pedestrians.
Suitable for:
- Construction sites
- Landscaping projects
- Temporary access routes
- Soft or sensitive ground
- Event sites and outdoor venues
Excavator Attachments
Description
Increase the versatility of your hired equipment with a range of excavator attachments available for short and long-term hire. Whether you’re digging, breaking or drilling, we can supply the right attachment for the job.
Available Attachments:
- Augers
- Hydraulic Breakers
- Grading Buckets
- Digging Buckets
- Trenching Buckets
- Ditching Buckets
CAT & Genny Hire
Description
Avoid costly utility strikes and work safely around underground services with CAT and Genny hire. Easy to use and essential for site investigations, these cable avoidance tools help identify buried cables and utilities before excavation begins.
Ideal for:
- Groundworks
- Excavation projects
- Utility surveys
- Landscaping works
- Site preparation
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.
