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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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How Do Landfills Work? (Animated Guide)

How Do Landfills Work? (Animated Guide)
The trash tossed in dumpsters goes through a long journey that normally ends in a landfill. A landfill is a place where waste and disposable materials are stored. Landfills in the past (also known as dumps) went unmonitored, easily bred contamination, and attracted disease-carrying pests. Today, landfills are regulated and waste management employees go through […]
September 13, 2019
How Do Landfills Work? (Animated Guide)

The Science of Hurricane-Proof Buildings

The Science of Hurricane-Proof Buildings
Hurricanes cause immense destruction to our communities. We cover the science and technology of hurricane-proof buildings and how structures are built to resist winds, floods, and debris.
August 12, 2019
The Science of Hurricane-Proof Buildings

How to Write a Construction Daily Report [Free Template]

How to Write a Construction Daily Report [Free Template]
In construction, it’s essential to document everything that goes on at the worksite, and not just at key points in the project. A construction daily report must be filed at the close of business each day in order to create an accurate, comprehensive, and consistent record of activity throughout the entire project. If the idea […]
August 6, 2019
How to Write a Construction Daily Report [Free Template]

BigRentz Ranked a 2019 ‘Best Places to Work In Orange County’

BigRentz Ranked a 2019 ‘Best Places to Work In Orange County’
BigRentz, the nation’s largest equipment rental network, has again been ranked as one of the ‘Best Places to Work in Orange County’ for 2019 by the Orange County Business Journal.
July 16, 2019
BigRentz Ranked a 2019 ‘Best Places to Work In Orange County’

Rebuilding After a Disaster: Do You Stay or Leave?

Rebuilding After a Disaster: Do You Stay or Leave?
Once a hurricane, wildfire, tornado, flood, or earthquake has passed, there’s one main decision many people have to make: After losing everything in a disaster, do you rebuild in the same area or pack up and head somewhere safer? Here are some major factors to consider when trying to answer such a question.
July 16, 2019
Rebuilding After a Disaster: Do You Stay or Leave?

Floating Cities: Your Guide to the Future of Urban Construction

Floating Cities: Your Guide to the Future of Urban Construction
A floating marine utopia might sound like a science fiction fantasy, but these innovative projects could soon be taking shape in our world. The concept of a floating city isn’t new. Humans have a long history of living in communities on the water, from the chinampas of the Aztec Empire to the canal city of […]
June 26, 2019
Floating Cities: Your Guide to the Future of Urban Construction

How to Recruit Skilled Workers: 13 Proven Tactics

How to Recruit Skilled Workers: 13 Proven Tactics
Given the growing labor shortage in trade industries, it's incredibly hard to find skilled workers for your project or company. Here are 13 tactics you can use to improve your hiring chances.
June 25, 2019
How to Recruit Skilled Workers: 13 Proven Tactics

BigRentz CEO: Mobile Online Construction Equipment Rental Bookings Have Overtaken Desktop Orders

BigRentz CEO: Mobile Online Construction Equipment Rental Bookings Have Overtaken Desktop Orders
Equipment World asked BigRentz CEO Scott Cannon to tell us what he’s seeing in the rental marketplace.
June 11, 2019
BigRentz CEO: Mobile Online Construction Equipment Rental Bookings Have Overtaken Desktop Orders

The Science of Demolishing a Building [Complete Guide]

The Science of Demolishing a Building [Complete Guide]
There’s more to demolition than swinging a wrecking ball. We go over the different methods of demolishing a building and the science that's involved.
June 3, 2019
The Science of Demolishing a Building [Complete Guide]

Easy-to-Use Construction Bid Template (Free Downloadable)

Easy-to-Use Construction Bid Template (Free Downloadable)
Preparing a construction bid using a template ensures your proposal is clean, professional, and complete with all of the necessary information.
May 24, 2019
Easy-to-Use Construction Bid Template (Free Downloadable)

BigRentz Makes it Easier to Schedule Bulk Orders for Nationwide Accounts

BigRentz Makes it Easier to Schedule Bulk Orders for Nationwide Accounts
BigRentz has launched a proprietary automated bulk order system that enables national construction and maintenance companies to rent construction equipment more easily and accurately for planned maintenance or remodeling projects across the country.
April 24, 2019
BigRentz Makes it Easier to Schedule Bulk Orders for Nationwide Accounts

The Psychology Behind Building and City Design

The Psychology Behind Building and City Design
Building design, from the interior to the exterior and beyond, plays a crucial role in our psychological well-being. Here are 20 research-backed benefits.
April 23, 2019
The Psychology Behind Building and City Design

10 Business Lessons from Construction Tycoons

10 Business Lessons from Construction Tycoons
We gathered a list of the best lessons from successful construction tycoons to take your business to the next level, no matter the industry.
April 19, 2019
10 Business Lessons from Construction Tycoons

How to Design Your Exterior Store Experience

How to Design Your Exterior Store Experience
A store’s exterior is just as important as its interior. We cover the key components of enhancing your curb appeal, including parking, signage, and storefront.
March 26, 2019
How to Design Your Exterior Store Experience

New Single-Source Rental Platform A Blessing For Event Planners And Marketing Teams

New Single-Source Rental Platform A Blessing For Event Planners And Marketing Teams
Event organizers needing aerial equipment can now benefit from an innovative online rental network that provides big equipment to all states across the entire country - from one single site.
March 25, 2019
New Single-Source Rental Platform A Blessing For Event Planners And Marketing Teams

How to Remodel a Store to Boost Sales

How to Remodel a Store to Boost Sales
A store remodel can greatly boost your sales. Here are our data-backed tips for improving your layout, floor plan, displays, and shopping experience.
March 18, 2019
How to Remodel a Store to Boost Sales

How Much Real Estate Do Retail Chains Take Up?

How Much Real Estate Do Retail Chains Take Up?
How much space do big box retailers occupy? We visualize how six of the largest retail chains would be if they were combined as one large store.
March 12, 2019
How Much Real Estate Do Retail Chains Take Up?

Sensory-Friendly Home Modifications for Autism and Sensory Processing Disorder

Sensory-Friendly Home Modifications for Autism and Sensory Processing Disorder
Here is a closer look at some of the home modifications that can help someone who is living with autism feel more comfortable and at peace in the home environment.
February 22, 2019
Sensory-Friendly Home Modifications for Autism and Sensory Processing Disorder

The World’s Most Innovative Mega Construction Projects

The World’s Most Innovative Mega Construction Projects
Megaprojects continue to grow to improve our infrastructure and establish economic power. Here are 12 innovative megaprojects and how they will impact the world.
December 19, 2018
The World’s Most Innovative Mega Construction Projects

The Psychological Benefits of Green Buildings

The Psychological Benefits of Green Buildings
Green buildings not only impact the environment, but also our mental well-being and satisfaction. Here are 18 psychological benefits of green buildings as shown by science.
December 14, 2018
The Psychological Benefits of Green Buildings

Survey: Can Americans Recognize a City by the Skyline?

Survey: Can Americans Recognize a City by the Skyline?
Can Americans recognize a city by its skyline? Our survey reveals which cities are most recognized and if geography, age, and gender played a role in the results.
December 11, 2018
Survey: Can Americans Recognize a City by the Skyline?

18 New Building Materials That Will Revolutionize Construction

18 New Building Materials That Will Revolutionize Construction
To create stronger and more sustainable buildings, construction firms need to know the latest innovations. We've rounded up 18 new building materials that can change the future of construction, from bamboo to spider silk.
December 4, 2018
18 New Building Materials That Will Revolutionize Construction

How to Stay Healthy When You’re Standing All Day

How to Stay Healthy When You’re Standing All Day
Standing all day places tension and discomfort on the body. Check out our tips on proper posture, effective stretches, and ways to alleviate the pressure when you're standing at work.
November 27, 2018
How to Stay Healthy When You’re Standing All Day

10 Longest Tunnels in the World

10 Longest Tunnels in the World
Today's tunnels are engineering marvels stretching across diverse topographies. We highlight 10 of the longest (and impressive) tunnels to date.
November 19, 2018
10 Longest Tunnels in the World

How to Become An Early Riser: 25 Science-Backed Tips

How to Become An Early Riser: 25 Science-Backed Tips
Waking up early has its benefits, including better health and more productivity. For those who want to change their schedule, we rounded up 25 science-backed tips to becoming an early riser.
November 12, 2018
How to Become An Early Riser: 25 Science-Backed Tips

16 Motivating Podcasts to Help You Work Harder

16 Motivating Podcasts to Help You Work Harder
From time to time, we need a boost of inspiration to help us to do our best work. We rounded up 16 podcasts to listen to motivate you to work harder on both on the job site and in your personal life.
October 22, 2018
16 Motivating Podcasts to Help You Work Harder

What Americans Are Building According to Google

What Americans Are Building According to Google
Which home improvement projects are Americans interested in building? We compile some of the top “how to build” Google searches and highlight the most popular projects in each state.
September 24, 2018
What Americans Are Building According to Google

The Costs of Building Iconic Pop Culture Structures

The Costs of Building Iconic Pop Culture Structures
From Death Star to Hogwarts, pop culture structures are as every bit iconic as the characters. How much would they cost to build in real life? We estimate the costs of five iconic structures.
September 13, 2018
The Costs of Building Iconic Pop Culture Structures

Construction Site Noise: How Loud is Too Loud?

Construction Site Noise: How Loud is Too Loud?
Over thirty million construction workers are exposed to prolonged hazardous noise on a regular basis, with 14% experiencing hearing difficulty. We explore how construction noise compares to everyday sounds, and what construction workers can do to protect their hearing.
August 23, 2018
Construction Site Noise: How Loud is Too Loud?

How to Build an Epic Ninja-Style Obstacle Course in Your Backyard

How to Build an Epic Ninja-Style Obstacle Course in Your Backyard
Whether you’re a parent with active kids who need a challenge, a fitness enthusiast who loves watching “American Ninja Warrior,” or someone training for a career in the armed forces – building an epic obstacle course in your backyard is a great project that can take your workouts to an exciting new level and make your house the envy of the block.
August 3, 2018
How to Build an Epic Ninja-Style Obstacle Course in Your Backyard
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