Concrete & Masonry
Concrete Mixer Rental Near You
Small concrete jobs live or die on consistency. Mixing in a wheelbarrow gives you lumps, uneven batches and a sore back, and you cannot keep up with a pour that starts setting. A drum mixer gives you repeatable batches and free hands.
For fence posts, deck footings, shed pads and small repairs, renting a mixer for a day is far cheaper than a ready-mix delivery, which usually has a minimum that a small job cannot use.
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Browse all Concrete & MasonryWhat a mixer is used for
A rotating drum blends cement, sand, aggregate and water into an even mix, and many portable units will also handle mortar, stucco and render. That makes one machine useful across a whole project: setting posts in the morning, mixing mortar for a course of block in the afternoon. A consistent mix is stronger and easier to finish than one thrown together by hand.
Choosing the right unit
Portable mixers are sized by drum volume, and the practical limit is how much you can load and tip safely rather than the drum's full capacity. Electric models are quiet and clean for a garage or a wall job with power nearby; gasoline units go anywhere on site. Towable mixers are for larger pours where you will be moving a lot of material. If your pour is big enough to need multiple mixes, plan the batch sequence before you start.
What to check at pick-up
Look inside the drum for set concrete left by a previous user, which cuts capacity and makes the mix clump. Check the paddles and the drum drive for wear, spin the drum by hand, and confirm the tilt and lock mechanism holds. On electric units inspect the cord and plug and check the switch; on gas units check the oil and have the owner show the start procedure. Ask what the drum actually handles comfortably, not just its rated volume.
Mixing and placing
Add a little water first, then the dry ingredients, then the rest of the water while the drum turns; that order avoids a dry pocket at the bottom. Let it mix long enough to be uniform rather than judging by time alone, and add water in small amounts, because a wet mix loses strength and is hard to undo. Place and finish promptly, and have your forms, tools and a water source ready before the first batch.
Safety and clean-up
Wear a dust mask when handling cement, gloves to protect your skin, and eye protection when pouring. Set the mixer on level ground, chock the wheels, and keep hands, tools and shovels out of a turning drum. Never reach in to break up a clump while it is running, and do not overload the drum on a slope. Wash the drum and paddles out before the mix sets, since cured concrete is the fastest way to upset the owner of the machine.
How renting on Rent my Tools works
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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
- How much concrete can a portable mixer handle?
- It depends on the drum, but the safe working amount is usually less than the drum's full volume. Ask the owner for the comfortable batch size so you do not overload it.
- Can I mix mortar or stucco in it?
- Usually yes, with the right blend. Mortar and stucco mix differently from concrete, so check with the owner and clean the drum thoroughly between mixes.
- Do I need running water on site?
- You need a steady water supply you can measure. A garden hose with a spray nozzle works for most jobs; a bucket gives you more control over how much goes in.
- How long does a mixed batch stay workable?
- Not long, and it shortens in heat and sun. Mix only what you can place and finish, and keep the drum turning between batches.
- What is the best way to clean it?
- Rinse and run the drum with a little water and aggregate before anything sets, then tip and scrub. Never leave it dirty overnight.
Own a concrete mixer? List it and earn
If you own concrete mixer 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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