A plant hire company you can trust in Southend-on-Sea

Kursaal Plant Hire has been working with local companies and DIY lovers since 1982. As well as diggers and dumpers, we also have a range of tools available including:


We're committed to making sure our customers are completely satisfied with our services at all times and we're always happy to offer expert advice if you're not sure which equipment is best for your needs. Call us today to see how we can help you.


Contact your local plant hire company today

Call us

01702 466353

Email us

hires@getyourdigger.com

Find us

Kursaal Plant Hire Ltd
15 Rosshill Industrial Park Sutton Rd, Southend-on-Sea, SS2 5PZ

Tool Hire

Mon - Fri
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Sat - Sun
Closed

Plant Hire

Mon - Fri
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Sat - Sun
Closed

Contact Us

Registered company name: KURSAAL PLANT HIRE LIMITED

Registered company number: 04382235

Registered company address: Victoria House, 50 Alexandra Street, Southend On Sea, Essex, SS1 1BN

FAQs

General

  • How wide is the smallest digger?

    The width of the smallest machine is 720mm


  • How wide is the smallest dumper?

    We do two very small tracked Dumpers, one is a cormidi coming in at 650mm wide and a slanetrac at 750mm.

  • How high is the smallest digger?

    The Bobcat E10 has a rops bar which can be folded down height is 1200mm.

  • How deep do diggers dig?

    It depends on size, 1.2ton diggers 1820mm and 1.7/1.9 tons are 2600mm , the 3 ton is 2800mm.

     

  • What happens if I wish to cancel my booking for hire?

    Just give us a call and we will cancel your booking. (Please note: If you do not give notice of cancellation prior to delivery you may be charged)

     

Hiring

  • Do I have to leave a deposit?

    Yes you have to leave a £ 200 deposit for Tool Hire & £500 for Plant Hire.

  • Do I need a license to drive one?

    You do not have to have a license, as long the property owner is happy & you feel comfortable enough to operate!  Our driver will show you the basics on site if required.

  • How long is a hire day?

    The typical days hire is 24 hours, so 24 hours from your delivery time.

  • What buckets do you get with the Machine?

    We supply a selection, 12, 18 and a 24 inch. We can supply different sizes on request.


  • How clean does the digger need to be on return?

    Simply as clean as you can, all our machines are cleaned on return so no drama.

Using the machine

  • Are they difficult to drive?

    The delivery driver can go through the operation of machine with you.

    We recommend you spend 30 minutes getting used to the controls.

    Any questions please do not hesitate to contact us.


  • What about the fuel?

    The machine will come with a full tank, you can either top up the fuel, or we can re fill for you at the pump price.

  • I have tipped over the machine what shall I do?

    The machine should be turned off immediately & you should contact us straight away. Never try to upright the machine yourself, for your safety we will do this. As you may cause more damage to the machinery or yourself.’


  • The track has come off what do I do?

    We have an online video to help if you still have an issue please contact us, we do occasionally charge for this

  • I have a puncture on my dumper what can I do?

    Nothing you can do about this we will have to come out and repair it on site, punctures happen occasionally,so don’t worry!

  • My digger or dumper will not start?

    First thing check to make sure you inputted the right code into the keypad.

    If you still have a problem just gives us a call and we will send out a fitter.


Delivery and Collection

  • Can i get the first delivery slot?

    As a rule we do a first come first served drop basis we will always try our best to get the delivery as early as possible, Please note: If you are to make an order on the same day as delivery you will not be guaranteed first delivery above other clients who have pre booked!

  • Will you take the digger round the back for me?

    We drop off to the side of the property, When possible.