Plant Hire in London
Mini diggers, dumpers, excavators and more. Delivered to your site in London, no account needed.
Partner depots within 20 miles
Price on screen, no ringing around. We search 369depots so you don't have to.
Real-time availability from 369 verified partners serving your area
Plant Hire equipment
Browse our plant hire range, all available for hire with no trade account needed.
Day Hire
£182.04
(inc VAT)
Week Hire
£287.88
(inc VAT)
Day Hire
£201.77
(inc VAT)
Week Hire
£252.22
(inc VAT)
Day Hire
£459.79
(inc VAT)
Week Hire
£766.32
(inc VAT)
Plant hire in London
Plant and machinery hire in London. Mini diggers, dumpers, excavators, rollers and more. We match you with a local hire partner who delivers kerbside and collects when the job's done.
From £126.64/day across 12 products
London's construction activity spans everything from multi-billion pound infrastructure (Crossrail 2 planning, Thames Tideway) to basement conversions in Kensington and Victorian terrace renovations across Zone 3-4. Access constraints are severe. Narrow streets, residents' parking, congestion charge zones, and low-emission zone compliance all shape what equipment can reach site.
Loft conversions in inter-war semis across Ealing, Lewisham, and Walthamstow. HMO fire safety upgrades. Flat-to-house conversions in inner boroughs. Commercial fit-outs in converted railway arches. Garden landscaping on London clay. Heavy drainage work is standard.
ULEZ compliance required for all delivery vehicles. Timed deliveries common in Westminster and City of London. Kerbside drop only. Most sites have no storage space.
We source your equipment from local hire partners across London and deliver it kerbside. No trade account, no credit checks, no depot visits.
Local hire partners
A local depot near you handles the hire, not a warehouse miles away
Delivered & collected
Equipment arrives kerbside and is collected when you're done
Hire Shield included
Accidental damage cover on every booking as standard
No account needed
Book and pay online in minutes, no trade account, no credit check
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a trade account for plant hire in London?
- No. No trade account, no credit checks, no applications. Browse the catalogue, pick your dates, and pay online. We deliver to your site.
- How quickly can I get plant hire equipment delivered in London?
- Order before 5pm and most items are available next day from local partner depots.
- What areas around London do you cover for plant hire?
- We cover London and all surrounding towns. Equipment delivered kerbside, collected at the end of your hire.
- What happens if equipment breaks down during my plant hire in London?
- Contact us and we'll arrange a replacement or repair through your local partner depot. Downtime is kept to a minimum so your project stays on track.
- Can I extend my plant hire hire period in London?
- Yes. Log into your account or contact us to extend your hire. We'll adjust the dates and billing. No need to return and re-hire.
- Do you offer weekend delivery for plant hire in London?
- Saturday delivery is available from most partner depots serving London. Availability depends on the depot and equipment type, so check at checkout.
- Is damage protection included with plant hire in London?
- Yes. Every hire includes Hire Shield standard damage protection at no extra cost. You can upgrade to premium cover for additional peace of mind.
- How many depots serve London for plant hire?
- 369 partner depots serve the area, so availability and delivery times are strong.
- What plant machinery can I hire in London?
- Mini diggers, micro diggers, dumpers, excavators, rollers, telehandlers and more. All delivered from local partner depots.
- Is transport included with plant hire in London?
- Transport costs are calculated at checkout based on your delivery location and shown clearly before you pay. No hidden fees.
- Do I need a licence to operate a mini digger in London?
- No licence is required for mini diggers under 10 tonnes on private land. For public highway work, a CPCS or NPORS card may be needed. Check with your local authority.
Other equipment available nearby
Browse 6 equipment categories available from local depots.
Other hire services in London
Plant Hire in nearby towns
Why hire from National Tool Hire?
We're not a single depot. We connect you with local hire partners across London.
A network, not a depot.
Local hire companies fulfil your order. We handle the booking, the price guarantee, and your cover.
Sourced & delivered.
We match your order to the nearest available partner in London. Equipment arrives kerbside, ready to use.
One price. No surprises.
Whatever depot fulfils your order, the price you saw is the price you pay. Hire Shield cover included on every booking.
1. Browse & book
Find what you need, pick your dates and pay online. No trade account required.
2. Sourced & delivered
We find the nearest partner depot and deliver kerbside.
3. It gets collected
When the job's done, your hire partner collects the equipment. No returns trip.
The difference
What hiring tools should feel like
Traditional hire companies require trade accounts, credit checks, and depot visits. We don't.
| You want to... | Elsewhere | Here |
|---|---|---|
| Book online, pay now | Trade account required | Instant checkout |
| Hire as a one-off | Credit applications | Anyone welcome |
| DIY project? | "Call for quote" | Price on screen |
| Start today | 72+ hour account setup | Fast action hire |
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