What is a HIAB crane?
A HIAB crane is a lorry-mounted crane used to lift, transport and position heavy materials. It allows items to be loaded, transported and placed on site in one operation, making it ideal for construction materials, machinery, containers and landscaping supplies.

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What areas do you cover?
We provide crane hire across Somerset and Dorset, including Yeovil, Sherborne, Crewkerne,
Dorchester, Bournemouth, Bridport, Taunton, Exeter, Southampton and surrounding areas. If you're unsure whether we cover your location, feel free to get in touch.

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What types of items can you lift and transport?
Our HIAB crane can lift and transport a wide range of materials including construction materials, steel beams, plant machinery, containers, site cabins, landscaping materials, topsoil, compost and large equipment.

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Do you provide crane hire for domestic projects?
Yes, we work with both domestic and commercial clients, supporting everything from garden landscaping projects and hot tub placement to larger construction and groundwork projects.

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Can you place materials in hard-to-reach areas?
Yes, our lorry-mounted crane allows precise placement, making it easy to lift materials over fences, walls or obstacles where traditional delivery methods would struggle.

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How much weight can your crane lift?

Our vehicle has a load capacity of up to 8 tonnes. If you’re unsure whether your lift is suitable, please contact us and we can advise based on the weight and access requirements.

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What is the difference between crane hire and HIAB hire?
A HIAB crane is a crane mounted directly onto a lorry, allowing items to be lifted, transported and placed using the same vehicle. This makes HIAB hire a convenient option for moving materials such as building supplies, machinery, containers and landscaping products.

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Do you provide crane services for events?

Yes, we provide HIAB crane support for events and festivals, helping with the lifting and placement of staging, equipment, structures and large materials. Our lorry-mounted crane allows items to be positioned safely and efficiently on site.

 

Can you help with construction site deliveries?

We regularly support construction sites across Somerset and Dorset, lifting and placing materials such as steel beams, concrete rings, timber packs, plant machinery and site equipment.

 

Do you move containers and site cabins?

Our HIAB crane is commonly used to lift, transport and position containers, site cabins and small structures. We can collect them from one location and place them precisely at another site.

 

Can you deliver and place landscaping materials?

We often work with landscapers and garden designers, delivering materials such as bulk topsoil, compost, sleepers and large landscaping items. Using the crane means materials can be placed exactly where they are needed.

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Do you offer one-off lifts?
Yes, we provide one-off lifts and ongoing project support, depending on the requirements of your job.

 

What information do you need to provide a quote?

To provide an accurate quote, we usually need:

• The location of the job

• The type of item being lifted

• The approximate weight

• Any site access or space restrictions

• The delivery or placement location
   

How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking as early as possible, particularly for larger projects. However, we will always try to accommodate short-notice lifts where we can.
 

How do I get in touch?
You can contact us by completing the contact form on our website or by calling us directly on 07767 620002 to discuss your project. We’ll be happy to answer any questions and provide a quote.