Equipment Rentals in Amherst, Massachusetts

Big Rentals is an online marketplace that connects you with independent equipment owners and small rental businesses in Amherst, Massachusetts 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.

Big Rentals connects you with a wide range of equipment available from local owners in Amherst, Massachusetts, 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 Amherst right now.

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.

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.