FAQ's

What are your hours of operation?

Stores are typically open Monday through Friday 7 a.m.–9 p.m. and Sunday 8 a.m.–8 p.m. Please contact your local rental center to verify store hours.

What types of equipment can I rent?

The Home Depot Rental offers a variety of professional-quality, large towable equipment. Our basic fleet consists of trenchers, mini skid steers, skid steers, mini excavators, tractor loader backhoes, chippers, stump grinders and aerial equipment.

How much does it cost to rent a piece of equipment?

Rental rates vary by machine type and location; rates are listed on each equipment class page.

Why should I rent from The Home Depot Rental?

We offer a wide range of large equipment that is pre-loaded onto a trailer for easy transport.* There is no additional cost for the trailer. We have extended hours of operation to accommodate your busy schedule and are conveniently located in The Home Depot. Not to mention, you can have the equipment delivered right to your home or jobsite by calling 1-888-266-7228 or submitting a request on our website. *Note: Select equipment rentals are available for delivery only.

How long can I rent equipment?

We offer 4-hour, 24-hour, weekly, and monthly rentals.

Do you take deposits for equipment rentals? 

Yes, all equipment rentals require a deposit. The amount varies by equipment, ranging from $300 to $500.

Can I make a reservation for equipment?

Equipment rentals occur on a first-come, first-served basis. To check availability please contact your local rental center. You can schedule equipment delivery by calling 1-888-266-7228 or submitting a request on our website.

What options do renters have when transporting equipment?

Most of our equipment can be towed behind a 1/2-ton truck or equivalent SUV with an appropriately sized and rated ball and hitch. Some machines may require a 3/4-ton truck or equivalent SUV. You can also schedule equipment delivery by calling 1-888-266-7228 or submitting a request on our website.

Do I need to put fuel in the equipment before returning it?

The equipment must be returned with the same amount of fuel it had at the time of rental, much like how you would return a rental car.

Does the equipment need to be cleaned before being returned?

Yes, you are responsible for returning the equipment clean. There is a cleaning fee of $200 for any equipment that is returned unclean.

Does equipment come with any attachments or buckets? 

Our mini skid steer systems come with a set of attachments, often including a bucket and an auger power head and bits. Attachments vary between locations. You can contact your local The Home Depot Rental to make specific inquiries.

Do you need to return rental equipment to the same store or can it be returned to any The Home Depot Rental store?

Rental equipment must be returned to the same store it was rented from.

Where can I get an operator’s manual? 

Operations manuals can be accessed here: compactpowerrents.com/manuals-specifications/