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Boom Lift Rental Near You
Some jobs you cannot reach from a ladder or a tower of scaffold: a section of siding above a porch roof, a sign over a parking area, tree limbs over a fence. A boom lift puts you in a basket on the end of an arm that reaches out and over the obstruction.
Because it carries you rather than giving you a platform to stand on, it demands more respect than a scissor lift, and it is the right tool when the ground is clear but the reach is awkward.
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Articulating booms have a jointed arm that folds up and over obstacles, which makes them the choice for working above a roof, a hedge or a parked car. Telescopic booms extend straight out for maximum height and horizontal reach in open ground, such as facade work on a taller building. Both give you a basket you can move precisely, so you can work along a wall or through a tree canopy without resetting a platform.
Matching the machine to the job
Platform height is only part of the answer; horizontal reach decides whether you can get to the work from where the machine can park. Check the machine's width and weight against your access route, and whether it is electric, hybrid or diesel, since indoor or enclosed work calls for an electric unit. Rough-terrain models handle gravel and slopes; towable and trailer-mounted lifts suit lighter jobs where getting a full-size machine in would be difficult.
What to check at pick-up
Inspect the basket, gate and harness anchor points, look for hydraulic leaks along the arm and cylinders, and check tyre condition. Test the boom functions from the basket and from the ground controls, confirm the emergency lowering works, and ask the owner to demonstrate the tilt cut-out and the overload alarm. Check the battery or fuel level and confirm the machine will fit through your gate or driveway entrance.
Setup and operating
Position the machine on firm, level ground with room to extend the boom and set outriggers if it has them. Check for overhead power lines before raising the arm, and keep a safe distance from any line throughout the job. Work with a spotter on the ground if you need to move along a wall, and keep the basket clear of tools that could fall. Bring the boom down before repositioning.
Safety basics
Wear a full body harness with a short lanyard attached to the designated anchor in the basket, and keep both feet on the floor. Never climb onto the rails to gain height, and never bridge from the basket to a roof or ladder. Respect the wind rating, keep the basket clear of structures, and stop if the ground begins to give way. Anyone in the basket needs to know the controls before they go up.
How renting on Rent my Tools works
Find it nearby
Browse by equipment type or search the full catalog. Listings show the owner's city and the daily rate they have set.
Request your dates
Pick your dates and send a request to the owner. You will see the rental price, any delivery fee and the refundable deposit before you confirm.
Pick up or get it delivered
Once the owner accepts, agree the handover details in Messages. Some owners deliver for a fee; others arrange a pick-up time.
Use it and return it
Return the item by the end date and confirm the return in your booking. Your deposit is released once the item comes back as agreed.
- Daily rate
- Set by each owner, so it varies by item and condition. There is no platform-wide rate.
- Refundable deposit
- Held for the rental and returned after the item comes back, less any agreed damage.
- Cancellations
- Full refund 48+ hours before the start date, half refund between 24 and 48 hours, no refund under 24 hours.
Questions before you book? Message the owner directly from the listing. Read the rental terms for the full agreement.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the difference between a boom lift and a scissor lift?
- A scissor lift raises a deck straight up and is meant for flat, firm ground. A boom lift reaches out and over obstacles, which suits work that a platform cannot sit underneath.
- Do I need a harness?
- Yes. A boom lift basket requires a full body harness attached to the anchor point. Ask the owner whether they supply one with the machine.
- Can I use one indoors?
- Only an electric or hybrid machine in a well-ventilated space, and only on flooring that can take the weight. Tell the owner about the space before booking.
- Do I need a licence or certification?
- Requirements vary, and many owners ask for proof of experience before handing over a boom lift. Ask what they expect, and get a walkthrough of the controls before you operate it.
- Can it be delivered?
- Usually, and it is often the sensible option given the size. Check with the owner whether delivery and collection are available and how the machine will be positioned.
Own a boom lift? List it and earn
If you own boom lift gear that sits unused most of the year, neighbors nearby may be looking for exactly that. You set the daily rate and the deposit, choose the dates you are happy to rent, and can deliver or arrange pick-up.
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