Plan lift access budgets using type, height, days, and add-ons with confidence. See detailed totals, savings, and printable summaries for every rental request quickly.
| Lift type | Working height (ft) | Days | Daily ($) | Weekly ($) | Delivery + Pickup ($) | Insurance/day ($) | Grand total (sample) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric scissor lift | 26 | 10 | 165 | 620 | 300 | 22 | Uses best mix + add-ons |
| Articulating boom lift | 60 | 21 | 295 | 1120 | 450 | 30 | Often bills by weeks |
| Vertical mast lift | 18 | 3 | 135 | 520 | 250 | 18 | Short rentals favor daily |
Replace these values with supplier quotes to match your project conditions.
The calculator estimates total rental cost by separating the base rental from add-ons, then applying discount and tax.
The “Best mix” option uses a day-by-day optimizer to choose the cheapest combination of daily, weekly, and monthly billing blocks.
Access equipment is a critical path item. A missed delivery window or an underestimated duration can ripple into overtime and trade stacking. This calculator helps you model daily, weekly, and monthly billing so you can reserve the right lift and protect productivity.
Suppliers commonly quote a daily rate and a discounted weekly or monthly rate. Assume 7 days per week and 30 days per month for billing blocks. Selecting “Best mix” minimizes the base rental by combining blocks to cover the billable days at the lowest cost.
Many vendors set minimum billable days for short tasks. Use the larger of planned days and the minimum to avoid surprises. If your crew expects weather delays, inspections, or restricted work hours, add a buffer so the estimate stays realistic.
Delivery and pickup can be a fixed fee, mileage-based, or tiered by distance and lift size. For remote sites or tight urban zones, logistics may include permits, escorts, or off-hour scheduling. Enter both delivery and pickup to capture the complete transportation impact.
Daily insurance and optional damage waivers are common line items. Waivers are typically calculated as a percentage of the base rental, while insurance is often per day. Consider your contract requirements, operator training, and site controls when deciding how much coverage to carry.
Diesel and hybrid units may incur fuel surcharges when energy costs fluctuate. Some suppliers add environmental or service fees for maintenance, fluids, and disposal. Treat these as predictable overheads and include them in your estimate so your bid or internal budget reflects total ownership of the rental.
If you plan to rent with an operator or allocate internal labor to run the lift, quantify hours and rates. Operator costs can exceed the base rental on complex work. Pair the lift type to the task: vertical access favors scissors or masts, while horizontal reach typically favors boom lifts.
Discounts may be a fixed amount or a percentage applied before tax. Taxes are usually calculated on the discounted subtotal, but local rules vary. Use the CSV and PDF exports to share a breakdown with procurement or clients and keep decisions consistent across projects.
Working height is typically the platform height plus reach allowance. It helps you select a lift that safely reaches the task without over-sizing and paying for unnecessary capacity.
Use it when your vendor provides daily, weekly, and monthly rates. The calculator chooses the cheapest combination to cover billable days, which is useful for rentals near weekly or monthly breakpoints.
If the lift stays on site, suppliers often bill calendar days. Enter the full time the unit is reserved. If you can off-rent between phases, run separate estimates for each rental period.
No. Some quotes depend on distance, lift size, site access, or timing. If your quote is mileage-based, convert it into estimated delivery and pickup amounts and enter those values here.
Use your vendor’s published daily insurance and waiver percentage, or your contract’s required coverage cost. If you provide your own insurance, set the daily amount to zero and keep the waiver optional.
No. The suggested lift type is informational only, based on height, terrain, and outreach. Always confirm load capacity, platform size, ground pressure, and site restrictions with the rental provider.
Many jurisdictions tax the net rental charge after discounts, though rules vary. This calculator applies tax to the discounted subtotal for a conservative, procurement-friendly breakdown.
Accurate rentals help crews work safely and efficiently daily.
Important Note: All the Calculators listed in this site are for educational purpose only and we do not guarentee the accuracy of results. Please do consult with other sources as well.