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Equipment Rentals in New Shoreham, Rhode Island

Find trailer and equipment rentals in New Shoreham, RI from local owners and small businesses — available by the day, week or longer. Block Island's seasonal construction and ferry logistics create unique equipment needs.

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Aerial Work Platforms

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Safe, reliable access equipment for elevated work — from single-operator lifts to heavy-duty boom platforms available across New Shoreham.

Earthmoving Equipment

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From compact excavators to full-size track loaders — machines for digging, grading, and site prep throughout the New Shoreham area.

Forklifts

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Warehouse forklifts, telehandlers, and rough terrain machines for material handling on any job site or facility in New Shoreham.

Agriculture & Landscaping

Utility vehicles and equipment for agriculture and landscaping.

About New Shoreham, Rhode Island

New Shoreham sits entirely on Block Island, which means every construction and landscaping project operates under constraints that mainland contractors rarely face — limited barge schedules, seasonal access windows and tight job sites in and around Old Harbor and the island's historic residential areas. Mini excavators and skid steers are practical choices for the compact lots and narrow lanes common across the island, handling excavation, grading and debris removal without the footprint of larger machines. Dump trailers move material efficiently on a small landmass where trips off-site require planning around ferry logistics. Seasonal renovation work on the island's inns, cottages and commercial properties near Dodge Street drives steady demand for aerial lifts and scissor lifts during the shoulder months when crews can work uninterrupted. Residential landscaping and utility projects pick up in spring as owners prepare properties before summer. Big Rentals connects renters directly with local equipment owners so you can compare available inventory and arrange pickup or delivery without going through a national chain.

New Shoreham, RI
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Big Rentals FAQs for New Shoreham, Rhode Island

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 New Shoreham, Rhode Island 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 New Shoreham?

Big Rentals connects you with a wide range of equipment available from local owners in New Shoreham, Rhode Island, 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 New Shoreham 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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