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Find mini excavators, skid steers, lifts and more for your Houston project. Compare suppliers by location and delivery area, then request online.

Last reviewed November 2026

As of November 2026, fall cleanup is underway in Houston: stump grinders, wood chippers, log splitters and dump trailers are in demand.

Quick answer

Jobsite Jockey helps you find equipment rentals in Houston, TX, where people search most for portable toilet, dumpster and pressure washer. Pick your equipment, enter Houston and your dates to search the Derental marketplace, then compare suppliers by location, delivery area and rates before you request the rental.

Book the right size the first time

Every equipment guide on Jobsite Jockey explains size classes, common jobs and what to check before you rent in Houston.

Houston sits in Harris County, Texas. The top local searches are porta potty rental (about 1,300 a month), dumpster rental (about 1,000 a month) and pressure washer rental (about 480 a month). The list below is ranked the same way, with a guide for each machine. Local landmarks include Toyota Center, JPMorgan Chase Tower and Wells Fargo Plaza.

Pick your equipment, enter Houston and your dates, and compare suppliers by location, delivery area and rates before you request. Nearby communities include Pasadena, Sugar Land and Katy.

Before any digging, Texas requires notice at least two working days ahead. Call 811 and your ticket goes through Texas811. Supplier coverage varies, so check each supplier's delivery area for Houston when you compare.

Most searched in Houston

Ranked by monthly Google searches from people in and around Houston, TX.

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Portable Toilet & Restroom Trailer Rental in Houston, TX

People in and around Houston search for portable toilet & restroom trailer rental about 1,300 times a month on Google, #1 of the 20 most searched here.

A porta potty rental puts portable toilets at your jobsite or event, with regular pumping and cleaning from the supplier. Work out how many units you need from your headcount and time on site, then choose the type. We are still adding portable toilet suppliers, so send a request with your details.

Dumpster Rental in Houston, TX

People in and around Houston search for dumpster rental about 1,000 times a month on Google, #2 of the 20 most searched here.

A dumpster rental near me search usually ends with a roll-off container dropped at your site, filled at your pace, then hauled away by the supplier. Pick the size by debris volume and weight, confirm where it can sit, and compare a few suppliers before you book.

Pressure Washer Rental in Houston, TX

People in and around Houston search for pressure washer rental about 480 times a month on Google, #3 of the 20 most searched here.

A pressure washer rental gives you a gas or electric machine that blasts dirt, mildew and grime off driveways, decks, siding and equipment. Pick the right pressure and flow for the surface, use the correct nozzle, and compare a few suppliers before you book.

Stump Grinder Rental in Houston, TX

People in and around Houston search for stump grinder rental about 480 times a month on Google, #4 of the 20 most searched here.

A stump grinder rental lets you chew a tree stump down below ground level with a spinning toothed wheel, so you can replant, lay sod or mow over the spot. Match the machine size to your stump diameter, access path and how many stumps you need to clear.

Texas requires notice before you dig, so contact Texas811 at least two working days ahead.

Scaffolding & Ladder Rental in Houston, TX

People in and around Houston search for scaffolding & ladder rental about 390 times a month on Google, #5 of the 20 most searched here.

A scaffolding rental gives crews a stable, guarded work platform for painting, stucco, masonry, siding and interior ceilings. Choose a rolling tower or frame scaffold based on height and surface, confirm who will erect it, and compare suppliers for your dates.

Golf Cart Rental in Houston, TX

People in and around Houston search for golf cart rental about 390 times a month on Google, #6 of the 20 most searched here.

Golf cart rentals near me searches cover more than the golf course: carts move people and gear around job sites, events, campuses and large properties. Choose seating and power type for your use, confirm where carts are allowed to drive, and compare a few suppliers.

Forklift, Telehandler & Material Handling Rental in Houston, TX

People in and around Houston search for forklift, telehandler & material handling rental about 320 times a month on Google, #7 of the 20 most searched here.

A forklift rental lets you lift and move pallets and heavy materials in a warehouse, yard or jobsite. Match the forklift to your ground, load weight and lift height, confirm operators are trained, and compare suppliers. Telehandlers, pallet jacks and material lifts cover the jobs a standard forklift cannot.

Scissor Lift & Boom Lift Rental in Houston, TX

People in and around Houston search for scissor lift & boom lift rental about 320 times a month on Google, #8 of the 20 most searched here.

A scissor lift rental gives you a stable work platform that rises straight up for ceiling, wall and overhead work, indoors or outdoors. Choose electric for smooth indoor floors or rough terrain for outdoor sites, and make sure operators are trained before you book.

Skid Steer Rental in Houston, TX

People in and around Houston search for skid steer rental about 320 times a month on Google, #9 of the 20 most searched here.

A skid steer rental gets you a compact, highly maneuverable loader that can dig, grade, lift and carry, and switch jobs in minutes by swapping attachments. Choose the frame size and attachments for your job, then compare suppliers on rates, delivery and terms.

Texas requires notice before you dig, so contact Texas811 at least two working days ahead.

Boom Lift Rental in Houston, TX

People in and around Houston search for boom lift rental about 260 times a month on Google, #10 of the 20 most searched here.

A boom lift rental puts a work platform on a hydraulic arm so you can reach high, hard-to-access spots on buildings, trees and structures. Choose telescopic or articulating, match working height and outreach, and make sure every operator is trained before you book.

Power Tool & Hand Tool Rental in Houston, TX

People in and around Houston search for power tool & hand tool rental about 260 times a month on Google, #11 of the 20 most searched here.

Power tool rental gives you the right tool for a single job without paying to own it, from demo hammers and saws to welders, sprayers and laser levels. Check what consumables are included and compare suppliers for your dates.

Dump Trailer, Truck & Utility Vehicle Rental in Houston, TX

People in and around Houston search for dump trailer, truck & utility vehicle rental about 210 times a month on Google, #12 of the 20 most searched here.

A dump trailer rental lets you haul and unload debris, mulch, gravel and junk behind your own truck, with no loading dock needed. Check your tow vehicle's rating, hitch and brake controller first, then compare suppliers. For bigger sites, dump trucks, tracked dumpers, water trucks and UTVs handle the material your pickup cannot.

Generator & Light Tower Rental in Houston, TX

People in and around Houston search for generator & light tower rental about 210 times a month on Google, #13 of the 20 most searched here.

A generator rental gives you temporary power for jobsites, events, outages and remote work, and a light tower keeps the area lit after dark. Add up your running watts and the starting surge of your largest motor, size up from there, and compare suppliers before you book.

Excavator, Skid Steer & Earthmoving Rental in Houston, TX

People in and around Houston search for excavator, skid steer & earthmoving rental about 210 times a month on Google, #14 of the 20 most searched here.

An excavator rental gives you the digging power for foundations, trenches, utility work, grading and demolition. Choose the machine by dig depth, weight and how much room you have on site, then compare suppliers by location, delivery and rates for your dates.

Texas requires notice before you dig, so contact Texas811 at least two working days ahead.

Crane & Boom Truck Rental in Houston, TX

People in and around Houston search for crane & boom truck rental about 210 times a month on Google, #15 of the 20 most searched here.

A crane rental lifts loads too heavy or too high for a forklift or telehandler, from roof units and steel beams to precast panels. Have your heaviest load, lift radius and site access ready, and ask whether you need an operated rental. We are still adding crane suppliers, so send a request with your details.

Sod Cutter Rental in Houston, TX

People in and around Houston search for sod cutter rental about 210 times a month on Google, #16 of the 20 most searched here.

A sod cutter rental slices under your lawn and lifts the grass and roots off in clean strips, so you can clear ground for a patio, garden bed or new sod. Set the cutting depth, mark hidden lines first, and compare a few suppliers.

Wood Chipper Rental in Houston, TX

People in and around Houston search for wood chipper rental about 170 times a month on Google, #17 of the 20 most searched here.

A wood chipper rental turns branches, brush and small trees into chips you can spread as mulch or haul away in a fraction of the space. Pick the size by the largest branch diameter you will feed, plan how you will tow it, and compare a few suppliers.

Mini Excavator Rental in Houston, TX

People in and around Houston search for mini excavator rental about 170 times a month on Google, #18 of the 20 most searched here.

A mini excavator rental puts a compact tracked digger on your site for trenches, footings, ponds and demolition where a full-size machine will not fit. Pick the size class by dig depth, access width and transport, then compare a few suppliers.

Texas requires notice before you dig, so contact Texas811 at least two working days ahead.

Trencher, Trench Box & Shoring Rental in Houston, TX

People in and around Houston search for trencher, trench box & shoring rental about 170 times a month on Google, #19 of the 20 most searched here.

A trencher rental cuts narrow, clean trenches for irrigation, drainage and buried lines much faster than digging by hand. Choose a walk-behind or ride-on machine based on trench depth, width and soil, have utilities marked and compare suppliers for your dates.

Texas requires notice before you dig, so contact Texas811 at least two working days ahead.

Ladder Rental in Houston, TX

People in and around Houston search for ladder rental about 170 times a month on Google, #20 of the 20 most searched here.

A ladder rental gives you the right height for gutters, roof access, siding or high windows without buying and storing a long ladder. Most renters need an extension ladder sized to reach about three feet past the roof edge.

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Porta Potty Rental in Houston, TX

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Serving Houston, TX and the surrounding area.

Why choose Jobsite Jockey in Houston?

  • ✓Delivery areas and fees set by each supplier
  • ✓Request your rental online, no phone tag
  • ✓Sizing and selection guides for every machine
  • ✓20 categories, from earthmoving to lifts

Equipment categories in Houston

  • Air Compressors & Tools
  • Compaction
  • Concrete & Masonry
  • Cranes
  • Earthmoving
  • Floor & Surface
  • Forklifts & Material Handling
  • Hand & Power Tools
  • HVAC
  • Lawn & Landscape
  • Aerial Lifts (Scissor & Boom)
  • Plumbing & Electrical
  • Power & Lighting
  • Pumps
  • Sanitation
  • Scaffolding & Ladders
  • Storage & Mobile Offices
  • Traffic Control & Safety
  • Trenching & Shoring
  • Vehicles & Trailers

Porta Potty Rental in Houston, TX — however you search

Porta Potty Rental in Houston, TX

Searching for porta potty rental in Houston? Instead of calling rental yards one at a time, check what is available for your dates, compare suppliers by location and delivery, and request the rental online.

Choosing the right rental in Houston

Each equipment guide on Jobsite Jockey covers sizes, common jobs and what to check before you rent, so you book the right machine the first time. Rates, delivery and terms are set by each supplier.

Renting for a Houston jobsite

Plan access, ground conditions and transport before rental day. Call 811 before any digging, and make sure anyone running a lift, forklift or excavator has the training the job requires.

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ZIP codes in Houston, TX

Jobsite Jockey helps renters across Houston and all 229 surrounding ZIP codes:

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Renting equipment in Houston: 30 questions answered

Where can I rent a porta potty in Houston?

We're still adding porta potty suppliers for Houston, so use the Jobsite Jockey request form with your address, dates and how many you need, and we'll follow up with what's available. People in and around Houston search for this about 1,300 times a month, the #1 most searched rental here.

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Where can I rent a dumpster in Houston?

We're still adding dumpster suppliers for Houston, so use the Jobsite Jockey request form with your address, dates and how many you need, and we'll follow up with what's available. People in and around Houston search for this about 1,000 times a month, the #2 most searched rental here.

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How do I rent a pressure washer in Houston?

Pick the pressure washer size you need, search Houston and your rental dates, compare suppliers by location, delivery and rates, and send your request online. Check delivery and return terms before you book.

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Can I get a stump grinder delivered in Houston?

Many suppliers deliver stump grinders in and around Houston. Delivery areas and fees are set by each supplier, so check them when you compare quotes for your dates. People in and around Houston search for this about 480 times a month, the #4 most searched rental here.

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How much does it cost to rent scaffolding in Houston?

Scaffolding rental rates in Houston are set by each supplier and depend on size, rental length and delivery. Most suppliers quote by the day, week or four weeks, so compare a few quotes for your dates. People in and around Houston search for this about 390 times a month, the #5 most searched rental here.

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Where can I rent a golf cart in Houston?

You can compare golf cart rental suppliers that serve Houston, TX on Jobsite Jockey, which searches the Derental marketplace by city and dates. Enter Houston and your dates to see available golf carts, then compare suppliers by location, delivery area and rates before you request. People in and around Houston search for this about 390 times a month, the #6 most searched rental here.

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Who rents forklifts in Houston, TX?

Independent rental companies listed on the Derental marketplace rent forklifts to customers in Houston. Jobsite Jockey shows which suppliers cover your area so you can compare them side by side. People in and around Houston search for this about 320 times a month, the #7 most searched rental here.

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How do I rent a scissor lift in Houston?

Pick the scissor lift size you need, search Houston and your rental dates, compare suppliers by location, delivery and rates, and send your request online. Check delivery and return terms before you book.

Scissor Lift Rental in Houston →

Can I get a skid steer delivered in Houston?

Many suppliers deliver skid steers in and around Houston. Delivery areas and fees are set by each supplier, so check them when you compare quotes for your dates. People in and around Houston search for this about 320 times a month, the #9 most searched rental here.

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How much does it cost to rent a boom lift in Houston?

Boom lift rental rates in Houston are set by each supplier and depend on size, rental length and delivery. Most suppliers quote by the day, week or four weeks, so compare a few quotes for your dates. People in and around Houston search for this about 260 times a month, the #10 most searched rental here.

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Where can I rent a power tool in Houston?

You can compare power tool rental suppliers that serve Houston, TX on Jobsite Jockey, which searches the Derental marketplace by city and dates. Enter Houston and your dates to see available power tools, then compare suppliers by location, delivery area and rates before you request. People in and around Houston search for this about 260 times a month, the #11 most searched rental here.

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Who rents dump trailers in Houston, TX?

Independent rental companies listed on the Derental marketplace rent dump trailers to customers in Houston. Jobsite Jockey shows which suppliers cover your area so you can compare them side by side. People in and around Houston search for this about 210 times a month, the #12 most searched rental here.

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How do I rent a generator in Houston?

Pick the generator size you need, search Houston and your rental dates, compare suppliers by location, delivery and rates, and send your request online. Check delivery and return terms before you book.

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Can I get an excavator delivered in Houston?

Many suppliers deliver excavators in and around Houston. Delivery areas and fees are set by each supplier, so check them when you compare quotes for your dates. People in and around Houston search for this about 210 times a month, the #14 most searched rental here.

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Where can I rent a crane in Houston?

We're still adding crane suppliers for Houston, so use the Jobsite Jockey request form with your address, dates and how many you need, and we'll follow up with what's available. People in and around Houston search for this about 210 times a month, the #15 most searched rental here.

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Where can I rent a sod cutter in Houston?

You can compare sod cutter rental suppliers that serve Houston, TX on Jobsite Jockey, which searches the Derental marketplace by city and dates. Enter Houston and your dates to see available sod cutters, then compare suppliers by location, delivery area and rates before you request. People in and around Houston search for this about 210 times a month, the #16 most searched rental here.

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Who rents wood chippers in Houston, TX?

Independent rental companies listed on the Derental marketplace rent wood chippers to customers in Houston. Jobsite Jockey shows which suppliers cover your area so you can compare them side by side. People in and around Houston search for this about 170 times a month, the #17 most searched rental here.

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How do I rent a mini excavator in Houston?

Pick the mini excavator size you need, search Houston and your rental dates, compare suppliers by location, delivery and rates, and send your request online. Check delivery and return terms before you book. Texas requires notice before you dig, so contact Texas811 at least two working days ahead.

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Can I get a trencher delivered in Houston?

Many suppliers deliver trenchers in and around Houston. Delivery areas and fees are set by each supplier, so check them when you compare quotes for your dates. People in and around Houston search for this about 170 times a month, the #19 most searched rental here.

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How much does it cost to rent a ladder in Houston?

Ladder rental rates in Houston are set by each supplier and depend on size, rental length and delivery. Most suppliers quote by the day, week or four weeks, so compare a few quotes for your dates. People in and around Houston search for this about 170 times a month, the #20 most searched rental here.

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Where can I rent a dolly in Houston?

You can compare dolly rental suppliers that serve Houston, TX on Jobsite Jockey, which searches the Derental marketplace by city and dates. Enter Houston and your dates to see available dollies, then compare suppliers by location, delivery area and rates before you request. People in and around Houston search for this about 170 times a month, the #21 most searched rental here.

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Who rents tillers in Houston, TX?

Independent rental companies listed on the Derental marketplace rent tillers to customers in Houston. Jobsite Jockey shows which suppliers cover your area so you can compare them side by side. People in and around Houston search for this about 140 times a month, the #22 most searched rental here. Texas requires notice before you dig, so contact Texas811 at least two working days ahead.

Read the tiller rental guide →

Where can I rent construction equipment in Houston?

Jobsite Jockey helps you find equipment rentals in Houston, TX, where people search most for porta potties, dumpsters and pressure washers. Search the Derental marketplace by city and dates, then compare suppliers by location, delivery area and rates.

What equipment do people rent most in Houston?

Google search data for the Houston area puts porta potties (about 1,300 a month), dumpsters (about 1,000 a month), pressure washers (about 480 a month), stump grinders (about 480 a month) and scaffolding (about 390 a month) at the top. Each has a full guide on Jobsite Jockey with sizes, safety tips and what to check before you rent.

Do I need to call 811 before digging in Houston?

Yes. Texas requires notice before you dig, so contact Texas811 at least two working days ahead. Hand dig near marked lines, and keep your ticket number on site.

Can I rent equipment in Houston without a contractor license?

Most compact equipment can be rented without a contractor license, but you're responsible for operating it safely. Employers must train operators for forklifts, aerial lifts and cranes, and some suppliers ask for insurance or a deposit.

Do equipment rental suppliers deliver to Pasadena, Pearland and Sugar Land?

Many do, but coverage varies by supplier. Enter your exact address or nearest city when you search, and check each supplier's delivery area and fees.

Is it cheaper to rent equipment by the week in Houston?

Often, yes. Many suppliers price by the day, week and four weeks, and longer rentals usually cost less per day. Compare the total for your dates, including delivery and fuel.

What if I can't find the equipment I need in Houston?

Use the Jobsite Jockey request form with the machine, your Houston address and dates. We're adding suppliers and will follow up with what's available.

Can I list my rental equipment for customers in Houston?

Yes. Rental companies can apply on the Jobsite Jockey vendor page, and we'll follow up to help put your fleet in front of renters searching in Houston and nearby.

Houston FAQs

What equipment do people rent most in Houston?
The list on this page ranks equipment by how often people in and around Houston search for it, based on Google search volume. Open any guide for sizing tips.
Are the suppliers located in Houston?
Supplier locations vary. Some are local, others are regional and deliver to Houston. Each listing shows the supplier, so you can compare distance and delivery before you book.
Can rental equipment be delivered in Houston?
Many suppliers deliver and pick up larger machines. Delivery areas and fees vary by supplier, so check them when you compare.
How much does equipment rental cost in Houston, TX?
Each supplier sets its own rates. Price depends on the machine and size, how long you rent it (day, week or month), and delivery to your Houston site. Compare a few quotes for your dates.
Where can I rent equipment in Houston?
Search Houston and your rental dates on Jobsite Jockey to see equipment available on the Derental marketplace. Check each supplier's location and delivery area for your Houston site, then request the rental online.

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Houston, TX in short

Equipment rental in Houston, TX, in short: the most searched rentals here are portable toilet, dumpster and pressure washer. Jobsite Jockey lets you compare suppliers on the Derental marketplace by location, delivery area and rates, then request the rental online. Supplier coverage varies, so check each supplier's delivery area for Houston.