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BigRentz is innovating the way construction equipment is rented.

A full-service online equipment rental network, BigRentz is the leader, and your "One Call Does it All" source for heavy equipment rental in over 12,000 U.S. cities.

BigRentz specializes in aerial equipment, such as scissor lifts, boom lifts, and forklifts; dirt equipment, such as excavators, backhoes, and skid steers; and job site services, including portable toilets, storage, and fencing, to meet the needs of businesses and contractors alike.

No single company can offer more equipment in more locations than BigRentz.

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“Rental’s The Bottom Line” Podcast: Insights into how COVID-19 is shaping tech driven companies with Scott Cannon, CEO of BigRentz

“Rental’s The Bottom Line” Podcast: Insights into how COVID-19 is shaping tech driven companies with Scott Cannon, CEO of BigRentz
BigRentz, the largest online equipment rental marketplace, has had a big year in 2020 despite all the challenges of COVID-19. CEO Scott Cannon sits down with Rental editor Alexis Brumm to talk about the company's latest mergers, acquisitions, and news, as well as offer insights into COVID-19 and how rental businesses can survive and thrive.
October 26, 2020
“Rental’s The Bottom Line” Podcast: Insights into how COVID-19 is shaping tech driven companies with Scott Cannon, CEO of BigRentz

11 Best Crane Safety Tips to Prevent Accidents

11 Best Crane Safety Tips to Prevent Accidents
Before operating a crane, make sure to understand guidelines for proper setup, rigging, and lifting.
October 19, 2020
11 Best Crane Safety Tips to Prevent Accidents

Crane Hand Signals to Know for a Safe Construction Site

Crane Hand Signals to Know for a Safe Construction Site
Learn the essential crane hand signals that everyone working on a construction site should know.
October 12, 2020
Crane Hand Signals to Know for a Safe Construction Site

7 Science-Backed Ways to Stay Safe While Working in the Cold

7 Science-Backed Ways to Stay Safe While Working in the Cold
Workers exposed to cold weather conditions are at greater risk of injuries brought on by cold stress. Keep yourself protected with these safety tips.
October 9, 2020
7 Science-Backed Ways to Stay Safe While Working in the Cold

What Are “As Built” Drawings in Construction?

What Are “As Built” Drawings in Construction?
Also known as “as builts,” as built drawings show the changes made to a building plan during construction.
September 8, 2020
What Are “As Built” Drawings in Construction?

15 Must-Read Construction Articles

15 Must-Read Construction Articles
As we’re more than halfway through 2020, we’ve seen some major shifts in how the construction industry is operating. From early year industry predictions and trends, to job market shifts and impacts of COVID-19, we’ve compiled a list of 15 articles that highlight the current state of the construction industry and future projections.
August 28, 2020
15 Must-Read Construction Articles

What Is Value Engineering in Construction? 

What Is Value Engineering in Construction? 
Value engineering refers to a systematic process aimed at increasing the value of a product. It focuses on improving functionality while keeping costs low.
August 24, 2020
What Is Value Engineering in Construction? 

How Are Roller Coasters Built

How Are Roller Coasters Built
Learn how roller coasters are built, from the design straight to construction.
August 12, 2020
How Are Roller Coasters Built

Reimagining Kids’ Construction Drawings in Real Life

Reimagining Kids’ Construction Drawings in Real Life
Take a look at how kids' drawings of famous landmarks would look like in real life.
August 6, 2020
Reimagining Kids’ Construction Drawings in Real Life

American Wasteland: Which States Produce the Most Trash?

American Wasteland: Which States Produce the Most Trash?
Where are the landfills in our state and all the others? Are they open or closed? What kind of trash do they accept? Does our trash stay in our own states, or does it get trucked to somewhere else — and why?
July 21, 2020
American Wasteland: Which States Produce the Most Trash?

How to Build an Underground Bunker in 9 Steps

How to Build an Underground Bunker in 9 Steps
Learn how to build an underground bunker in 9 steps.
July 20, 2020
How to Build an Underground Bunker in 9 Steps

What Is Commercial Construction? Full Guide

What Is Commercial Construction? Full Guide
Commercial construction is made up of building, renovating and even designing of commercial structures like office buildings, hospitals, and skyscrapers. Learn what goes into each type of project and how the bidding process works.
May 28, 2020
What Is Commercial Construction? Full Guide

12 Warehouse Layout Tips for Optimization

12 Warehouse Layout Tips for Optimization
Check out these 12 warehouse layout tips for maximum optimization in your warehouse.
May 6, 2020
12 Warehouse Layout Tips for Optimization

The Oldest Buildings in America

The Oldest Buildings in America
Some of the oldest buildings in America have the most unique construction. Take a tour with us through U.S. history and visit these historic landmarks.
April 30, 2020
The Oldest Buildings in America

13 Fun Construction Activities for Kids + Printables

13 Fun Construction Activities for Kids + Printables
Construction play is a valuable learning tool for kids. We share 13 printable building activities for kids that teach them important STEM skills.
April 23, 2020
13 Fun Construction Activities for Kids + Printables

How to Build a Life Off the Grid

How to Build a Life Off the Grid
Ever thought a self-reliant life in the wilderness? Our guide will help you build a life off the grid, from the costs and equipment you’ll need to get started.
April 7, 2020
How to Build a Life Off the Grid

11 Essential Road Construction Safety Tips

11 Essential Road Construction Safety Tips
Familiarizing your crew with standard safety guidelines will keep everyone aware of the hazards and better prepared before they get to work. Check our list of top road construction safety tips to help you keep everyone on your team safe.
April 3, 2020
11 Essential Road Construction Safety Tips

BigRentz Closes $15 Million Private Investment and Acquires Atlanta-based Equipment Management Group

BigRentz Closes $15 Million Private Investment and Acquires Atlanta-based Equipment Management Group
BigRentz today announced it closed $15 million in private funding that will enable it to broaden its rental category expansion and maintain business continuity.
April 1, 2020
BigRentz Closes $15 Million Private Investment and Acquires Atlanta-based Equipment Management Group

Space Construction: The Industry’s New Frontier

Space Construction: The Industry’s New Frontier
Check out how advancements have made space construction a reality.
March 24, 2020
Space Construction: The Industry’s New Frontier

BigRentz and Lizzy Lift Agree to Merge, Expanding BigRentz’s Online Equipment Network

BigRentz and Lizzy Lift Agree to Merge, Expanding BigRentz’s Online Equipment Network
BigRentz, the nation’s largest equipment rental network, announced today that it has merged with Illinois-based Lizzy Lift, a nationwide and international provider of construction equipment rental services.
March 17, 2020
BigRentz and Lizzy Lift Agree to Merge, Expanding BigRentz’s Online Equipment Network

The 4 Different Types of Construction Contracts

The 4 Different Types of Construction Contracts
Understanding the different types of construction contracts is essential, as they determine what you pay, what you’re liable for, and many other aspects of the job.
March 16, 2020
The 4 Different Types of Construction Contracts

How Are Subways Built

How Are Subways Built
Check out the careful planning of how subways are built.
February 3, 2020
How Are Subways Built

Survey: Can Americans Recognize Cities without Their Skyscrapers?

Survey: Can Americans Recognize Cities without Their Skyscrapers?
Do buildings make up the city or can people still recognize a city even if the most recognizable building is removed? We decided to find out in this survey.
January 27, 2020
Survey: Can Americans Recognize Cities without Their Skyscrapers?

The Anatomy of Earth Sheltered Homes

The Anatomy of Earth Sheltered Homes
Learn about the different types of earth-sheltered homes, and how the environment is impacted by them.
January 20, 2020
The Anatomy of Earth Sheltered Homes

Use These Three Points of Contact When Climbing To Prevent Falls

Use These Three Points of Contact When Climbing To Prevent Falls
Using the three points of contact rule can help prevent falls.
January 14, 2020
Use These Three Points of Contact When Climbing To Prevent Falls

How Are Skyscrapers Built

How Are Skyscrapers Built
Skyscrapers are modern day marvels of industrial innovation. Find out just exactly how skyscrapers are built with this animated guide.
December 30, 2019
How Are Skyscrapers Built

The 10 Trenching Safety Tips That Can Save a Life

The 10 Trenching Safety Tips That Can Save a Life
Learn some of the most essential trenching safety tips to protect yourself and your workers.
December 26, 2019
The 10 Trenching Safety Tips That Can Save a Life

How Climate Change Is Affecting Construction Jobs

How Climate Change Is Affecting Construction Jobs
Find out how combating climate change is affecting the construction job outlook.
November 25, 2019
How Climate Change Is Affecting Construction Jobs

15 Interesting Construction Facts

15 Interesting Construction Facts
Read and learn about 15 different and interesting construction facts.
November 11, 2019
15 Interesting Construction Facts

The Ultimate Guide to Designing and Navigating Spaces for People with Vision Impairment

The Ultimate Guide to Designing and Navigating Spaces for People with Vision Impairment
Blindness, low vision, vision loss, and visually impaired are all terms commonly used in relation to people who cannot see well. According to the World Health Organization, approximately 1.3 billion people around the globe live with a vision impairment of some sort.
September 19, 2019
The Ultimate Guide to Designing and Navigating Spaces for People with Vision Impairment
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