One of the many ways in which the web has helped the construction industry over recent year is the way in which it is now easier than ever before for anyone in need of heavy plant equipment to get hold of with ease. One example would be telehandlers for hire, which were once pretty tricky to get hold of at the best of times though can now be hired and accessed on short and long-term agreements with just a few clicks.
Of course, it’s not to say that every company on the web selling and hiring this kind of equipment is cut from the same cloth – it’s actually quite to the contrary. When it comes to things like value for money, convenience and the general quality of the equipment supplied, the differences between competing providers can be night and day.
So, in order to help those in need of the very best heavy plant machinery get exactly that, here’s a quick look at some of the key points to check for when choosing a brand to buy or rent from:
1 – Accredited Customer Support
First of all, while there’s much to be said for the quality of the equipment itself, it’s really nothing without winning service to back it up. From the first moment of contact and right through to long-term aftercare, there’s so much to be said for only ever siding with those that have your best interests at heart. And as there’s no realistic way of seeing the future, you instead need to look to the provider’s past to assess how well or otherwise they’ve assisted others when put to the test. Look for signs of accreditation and positive feedback.
2 – Nationwide Coverage
It’s also a good idea to side with a brand that covers the whole of the UK, as opposed to one that’s limited to a much smaller area. The reason being that you never know where and when you might need to call upon a quality vehicle/plant hire company, so it’s always better to build ties with a brand that can come to you no matter where you are. What’s more, after taking on a new piece of machinery you may need to move it around yourself in order take it from job to job as necessary – something that once again illustrates the importance of a team with full national coverage.
3 – Well-Maintained Machinery
There will always be those providers that essentially leave their machinery to its own devices only to then roll out the necessary repairs when things take a turn for the worse. However, it’s of course a much better way of operating to meticulously look after all machinery with regular servicing and plenty of time and attention, in order to ensure that every last piece of equipment works as good as new day in and day out. Because of this, it’s a good idea to look for a provider with an obvious passion for perfection when it comes to the quality of the machinery they supply.
4 – Fast Delivery
It’s of course no secret that getting large pieces of equipment like these up and down the country to any and every town imaginable isn’t what you’d call an easy logistical process. Far from it in fact, which is why it takes a great deal of dedication and experience to offer a delivery service that can be 100% guaranteed as fast and efficient in keeping with deadlines. If you need your machinery in a hurry, you need to know that it will be there exactly when they promised it would be there. If they have a poor track record for delivery or seem to be disconcertingly vague when it comes to delivery time guarantees, it might be worth looking elsewhere.
5 – Dedicated Service/Call-Out Teams
Last but not least, the last thing anyone would ideally like to face is the prospect of having to rope in separate servicing and repair teams off their own bat when and where minor or major fixes are needed. In the very best case scenario, it’s always advisable to side with a comprehensive service provider that’s able to take care of everything from initial delivery to long-term servicing and more. What’s more, it should be a dedicated team of engineers that have been tried, tested and put through their paces sufficiently. If the provider you’re looking into is able to promise this level of service both short and long-term, it’s usually pretty safe to say it’s a provider worth doing business with.