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Mini Digger Hire from Tunnell Grab Services Ltd | Covering Woking and Godalming

Also known as a compact excavator, a mini digger is a piece of machinery designed for use on small to medium-scale projects. Domestic, commercial and industrial clients rely on this piece of equipment for work on sites with limited access, as it brings a great deal of power to a small area. Although predominantly used for digging, there are dozens of different attachments to choose from to help with construction, demolition and landscaping tasks in Woking, Godalming, Guildford, Cranleigh and the surrounding areas.

Mini digger hire is the ideal option for any project that is too difficult or too large to tackle by hand. From garden landscaping projects to excavation work on public highways, this machine is suitable for a wide range of uses.

Some of these include:

  • Digging Irrigation Ditches

  • Levelling Gardens

  • Demolishing Outbuildings and Sheds

  • Repairing Sewer Lines

  • Removing Tree Stumps and Roots

  • Digging Garden Ponds

  • Ploughing Snow

  • General Excavation Work

Whatever kind of project you are working on in the Woking and Godalming areas, Tunnell Grab Services Ltd recommends that you undergo the proper training to learn how to operate this equipment safely and responsibly.

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If you are thinking about mini digger hire, this page offers some advice on what to consider beforehand.

  • 1. Ground Type - Whether you are installing foundations or relandscaping your garden, it is important to factor in the ground condition. Softer soil types may require deeper footings than firmer ground. You may, therefore, need to hire a bigger digger capable of digging to a greater depth. If, however, you are using a mini digger to break up surfaces like concrete or tarmac, then you may need to hire a hydraulic hammer attachment.

  • 2. Utility Services - If you are engaging in digging works on public highways, for example, be mindful of utility services. Networks of gas pipes, power cables, fibre optic communication lines and water pipes run below ground and can be problematic to fix if damaged. With careful planning to locate these utilities in advance of mini digger hire, you can avoid any unpleasant and costly surprises during the excavation stage.

  • 3. Site Restrictions - Compact excavators are the perfect choice for sites in Woking, Godalming, Guildford, Cranleigh and the surrounding areas with limited access. However, it is worth checking the height and width of your entrance to ensure that our equipment is the right option. You can contact us on 01306 627 444 or 07711 291 478 to check with a member of our team.

  • 4. Project Length - When you come to us for mini digger hire, we will ask you how long you need the equipment for. As we understand that all projects can encounter delays and difficulties, this is only a rough estimate. However, it is worth taking the time to work out your project duration and at what stages you will need the digger. Will the cost of keeping the machinery for two months work out cheaper than sending it back to us and hiring it again at a later stage of the process?

At Tunnell Grab Services, we offer expert advice and support as part of our professional hire services in Dorking. Our experienced staff are on hand to assist you with every aspect of the planning phase. This helps you to calculate the hire duration and ensures that you get the most suitable machinery as and when you need it.

Whatever your project may be, we have the knowledge, personnel and equipment to bring your plans to life.

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