Excavator rental cost is the total you pay to use a digging machine for a set period, and it depends mostly on the machine you pick and how long you keep it. At Live Oak Equipment, the Kubota U27 mini excavator is the one excavator with a published rate for pickup in Waverly Hall. Every other excavator is priced by quote. When people search excavator rental prices near me, they usually want a plain number, plus a clear idea of what else lands on the final invoice.
Rates for the rest of the fleet are not posted online. Our excavator rental fleet page lists machines from compact units up to medium size crawlers, with specs for each one, and a quote request on every machine page. This guide explains the cost factors so you can call with a good idea of what you need and get an accurate price the first time.
How Much Does It Cost to Rent an Excavator?
The honest answer is that it depends on the machine. The only excavator with a rate published on the site is the Kubota U27 mini excavator, a 2024 zero tail swing unit that works well close to buildings and fences. That published rate covers daily, weekly and monthly use, based on picking the machine up in Waverly Hall.
Published rates can change, so ask Live Oak to confirm the current U27 figure when you call. Every other excavator in the fleet is quoted by phone or through a request form, so contact Live Oak for current pricing on the machine and rental period you need.
What Affects the Price of an Excavator Rental?
Five things shape the number on your quote:
- Machine size. Ask for a quote on the machine capacity your job needs. A compact machine and a medium size crawler serve different jobs, so compare the quoted rate with your access, digging and loading requirements.
- Rental period. Daily, weekly and monthly rates are priced separately. Ask for all three on the same quote so you can compare them against your real days on site.
- Delivery. The published U27 rate is a pickup price in Waverly Hall. If you want the machine brought to your job site, ask what transport adds.
- Attachments. If you need an attachment, ask whether it is available for the excavator you choose and request its price with your quote.
- Fuel. Ask how fuel is handled and what return condition applies before you book.
Why Size Matters on a Quote
A larger excavator is built for different work than a compact unit. A compact machine like the U27 fits in tight spots and works near buildings and fences. A medium size crawler such as the Hyundai HX160AL is built for heavier digging on open ground.
If a compact excavator can handle the work, ask for its quote before choosing a larger machine. People often search large excavator rental near me first, then find a mini suits the access. If you plan to haul the machine yourself, confirm the transport requirements with Live Oak before you book.
Is It Cheaper to Rent by the Day, Week or Month?
Compare the quoted figures for your machine rather than assuming a rule. Live Oak publishes daily, weekly and monthly figures only for the Kubota U27, so that machine is the one you can check on paper. Every other excavator is quoted individually, which is why it helps to request all three periods at once.
