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Aerial Work Platforms
View AllSafe, reliable access equipment for elevated work — from single-operator lifts to heavy-duty boom platforms available across Merrillville.
Earthmoving Equipment
View AllFrom compact excavators to full-size track loaders — machines for digging, grading, and site prep throughout the Merrillville area.
Forklifts
View AllWarehouse forklifts, telehandlers, and rough terrain machines for material handling on any job site or facility in Merrillville.
Agriculture & Landscaping
Utility vehicles and equipment for agriculture and landscaping.
About Merrillville,
Indiana
Merrillville sits at one of northwest Indiana's busiest commercial and logistics crossroads, where U.S. 30 and I-65 intersect a dense stretch of retail, warehousing and light industrial development. Contractors working utility extensions, parking lot regrading or site prep around the Southlake corridor rely on mini excavators and skid steers to work efficiently in tight commercial lots. Residential neighborhoods throughout the township generate steady demand for equipment used in drainage correction, landscape grading and concrete demo — work where a compact machine matters more than raw horsepower. Aerial lifts and scissor lifts are commonly needed for commercial buildouts, signage installation and maintenance work across the area's big-box and strip retail corridors. Dump trailers handle debris and material haul-off on both residential and commercial sites. Big Rentals connects contractors and property owners with local equipment owners in the Merrillville area so they can compare options and book directly.

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Big Rentals FAQs for
Merrillville, Indiana
How does renting from Big Rentals work?
Big Rentals is an online marketplace that connects you with independent equipment owners and small rental businesses in Merrillville, Indiana and across the country. Browse available equipment, select your dates, and book securely online. After booking, you'll receive pickup details directly from the owner. When your rental is done, return the equipment to the same location where you picked it up.
Big Rentals does not own or operate equipment yards. Every listing is managed by a local owner or business.
What types of things can I rent in Merrillville?
Big Rentals connects you with a wide range of equipment available from local owners in Merrillville, Indiana, including:
- Aerial work platforms — scissor lifts, boom lifts, and one-person lifts for work at height
- Earthmoving equipment — mini excavators, compact track loaders, wheeled skid loaders, mini skid steers, material movers, and trenchers
- Forklifts — telehandlers, warehouse forklifts, straight mast rough terrain forklifts, and attachments
- Agriculture and landscaping equipment — a growing selection of tools for land management and landscaping projects
Available inventory varies by location. Search by equipment type to see what's listed near Merrillville right now.
How long can I rent equipment for?
There is no maximum rental duration. Daily, weekly, and monthly rates are available on most listings — longer rentals are priced at a lower per-day rate. The initial rental period must be paid in full at booking. If you need more time, extensions can be requested before the rental period ends and require advance payment before they are approved.
If you think you might need extra days, book them upfront. Last-minute extensions depend on availability and owner approval.
What is the Big Rentals damage protection policy?
Before operating rented equipment, contact your insurance provider to confirm whether your policy covers liability or damage claims related to the rental.
Eligible rentals booked through Big Rentals also include Basic Rental Protection at checkout. This added protection can help limit your financial responsibility for certain damage or theft events during the rental period.
For full details on how Basic Rental Protection works, including deductibles, exclusions, and renter responsibilities, review our FAQ and platform terms: bigrentals.com/faq.

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