Derental

The rental agreement is always between the contractor and the supplier. Derental does not intervene. Each supplier's contract covers rental duration, pricing, insurance requirements, and delivery/pickup and return terms. Contractors should review supplier terms before confirming.

Derental displays actual daily, weekly, and 4-week rental rates side by side from suppliers. Additional fees—delivery, pickup, insurance, damage waivers—are determined by each supplier's policies and displayed during the booking process. Derental itself does not add hidden fees; it simply displays supplier prices.

Most suppliers on Derental offer delivery and pickup, and the cost/timing is detailed in their quote. Contractors who prefer can book a rental for pickup and handle transportation themselves. This flexibility ensures projects aren't delayed due to logistics.

Once equipment arrives at your site, you are generally responsible for damages under the supplier's contract. Derental does not provide insurance, so make sure you're covered — either through your own policy or one offered by the supplier — and always follow safe usage guidelines to avoid issues.

Breakdowns are costly. The Carolina Cat guide advises considering support quality and parts availability when choosing a rental partner. On Derental, the supplier is responsible for service or replacement. Contractors contact the supplier directly; Derental can help connect them with another vendor if needed.

Contractors need confidence that rented machines won't break down mid-job. Derental only lists vetted suppliers with maintained fleets; the Carolina Cat rental guide emphasizes choosing rental partners who service and support their equipment. If there's an issue, suppliers are required to repair or replace quickly.

Choosing the wrong machine wastes budget and time. Contractors should start with their project type, terrain, and load capacity, then compare quotes for the specific model they need. Derental lets them select their own machine and get multiple supplier quotes instantly, so they can see availability and pricing before committing.

The earlier you request a rental, the more options you have. Industry guidelines recommend booking popular machines in advance to avoid delays. Derental helps even last-minute requests by notifying multiple suppliers simultaneously, often getting a faster response than calling one by one.

Projects change. Most suppliers allow extensions or upgrades if equipment is available. Derental lets contractors request changes through the platform, and suppliers confirm new pricing and availability. This avoids late fees or the hassle of opening a new contract.