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The project is over. Your forklift rental was picked up and now you’re scanning the invoice. Unfortunately, there’s a line item you don’t recall discussing when securing the rental. You make a mental note to call the dealer in the morning – one more thing to do!
The unique operations of rental providers may cause applicable charges to differ. Be aware of common charges, including:
Forklift Rental Overtime
Whether a rental’s time period is a day, week or month, the agreement specifies a maximum number of hours it may be operated. Usage above this amount incurs an overtime charge. This rate should also be outlined in the agreement. Before dialing a rental dealer, consider the number of shifts the forklift will operate and the rental’s planned application. Giving a thorough overview to the rental dealer will highlight which options are most cost-effective, helping to avoid heftier overtime charges.
Forklift Rental Transportation
Costs to transport a rental forklift can vary depending on where the equipment is located in correlation to your facility. Reserving a rental in advance may help keep charges low because it allows the dealer to transport the forklift on a day deliveries are specified for your area. If you receive an estimate that doesn’t outline transportation charges, do not assume it’s included and ask the rental dealer for more information.
Forklift Rental Fuel Surcharge
To recover from the fluctuation of higher fuel charges, rental providers may include a fuel surcharge. If your rental dealer includes this charge, ask what the rate is currently.
Forklift Rental Supplies/Environmental
Maintenance of forklifts requires usage of items such as nuts, bolts and rags. These extras are too little to itemize; therefore, an average charge is calculated and may be included on the rental invoice.
Forklift Rental Attachments
Rental providers also have forklift attachments that can be installed on a rental or your current equipment. If you are renting a forklift as well, the provider typically includes installation; however, if it’s to be installed on your personal equipment, request an estimate in advance for the service work.
Incurring a charge you were not expecting can affect not only your rental budget but the relationship you have with your forklift dealer. Avoid surprises on your invoice by discussing details of your project, how the forklift rental will be used and the rental provider’s business practices and common charges.
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