Some jobs are simply too big for a shovel. Our excavator rental in Philadelphia and Camden, NJ gives contractors, builders and homeowners the digging power they need, starting at $99 per hour, without buying, maintaining or storing heavy equipment.
Home Exchange has been doing residential and commercial building work since 1986. We know what it takes to get a site ready, and we’re glad to help you choose the right machine and plan the work so your rental time is well spent.
Why rent an excavator?
Lower cost
Excavators are expensive to buy and costly to keep. Renting means you pay only for the time you use the machine. With rates starting at $99 per hour, you can keep your project budget under control.
Flexibility
Every project is different. Renting lets you match the equipment to the job and the schedule, without being tied to a machine that sits idle between projects.
Well-maintained equipment
We maintain our excavators and check them regularly so they’re ready to work when you need them. Less downtime means more of your rental hours go into actual digging.
What you can do with a rented excavator
An excavator can turn days of manual labor into a few hours of work. Common projects include:
- Foundations and footings for additions, garages and sheds
- Trenching for drainage, French drains and utility lines
- Grading and leveling yards and building sites
- Site preparation for patios, driveways and walkways
- Retaining walls, often paired with our masonry services
- Stump, root and debris removal when clearing a lot
- Demolition clean-up and moving soil or gravel
If you’re planning outdoor living space, our deck and patio team can take the project from excavation to finished surface.
Who rents excavators from us
- Contractors and builders who need an extra machine for a specific job or phase
- Homeowners tackling drainage problems, landscaping or yard grading
- Property owners and investors clearing lots or preparing for renovations
- Commercial and industrial projects with short-term digging needs
Before you dig: planning tips
A little preparation makes your rental time far more productive and keeps everyone safe.
- Call 811 first. Have underground gas, water, electric and communication lines marked before digging. It’s free and required in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
- Check permits. Some excavation, grading and drainage work needs a permit from your municipality.
- Measure the access. Make sure there’s a clear path for the machine to reach the work area, including gates, driveways and overhead wires.
- Plan the spoil. Decide where excavated soil will go, whether it stays on site or needs hauling.
- Mark the layout. Stake out trenches, footings and grading lines before the machine arrives.
- Watch the weather. Heavy rain can turn a site to mud and slow the work.
Service area: Philadelphia and Camden, NJ
Our excavator rental service covers Philadelphia and the Camden, New Jersey area, for residential, commercial and industrial projects. In tight city neighborhoods like Fishtown or Port Richmond, access and space are worth discussing in advance; on larger lots in South Jersey, the main questions are usually soil, drainage and how much ground needs moving. Learn more about our work in South Jersey.
How to rent an excavator
- Get in touch. Contact us with your project, the site location and how long you expect to need the machine.
- Talk it through. We’ll answer your questions and help you confirm the right equipment for the job.
- Confirm the rental. We check availability, confirm pricing and schedule your rental.
- Get to work. Dig, trench or grade on your timeline.
What affects the cost of your rental
- Rental length. Rates start at $99 per hour; total cost depends on how long you need the machine.
- Project type and scope. The work you’re doing affects how long the rental runs.
- Site location and access. Where the machine needs to go can affect scheduling and logistics.
Why rent from Home Exchange
We’re a family-run construction company with decades of experience, not just an equipment yard. That means practical advice, straightforward pricing and equipment that’s ready to work. If your project grows beyond digging, our remodeling team can help with what comes next.