Compared 2026
The 4 best tool hire companies in Islington
We compared 14 tool hire companies covering Islington on the things that matter when you pick up the phone: are they a real registered business, can you reach them, and do they tell you what they actually do. Nobody paid to be on this list.
The short answer
- 1
Toolmach Limited (London, Islington) - Stocks Hilti.
- 2
Speedy Services (London, Islington) - Hires and sells.
- 3
A-Plant (London, Islington)
- 1
London, Islington
Toolmach will happily fulfil all your tool, equipment and plant hire needs. We have a diverse range of customers working on construction, industrial and energy projects.
- Hire
- Deals in Hilti
- Opening hours listed
How it scored: 34 / 100
Verification 0/30Customer reviews 0/30Contact details 20/20Profile detail 11/20 - 2
London, Islington
The UK’s leading hire provider. Huge range of tools, plant and specialist hire equipment available online at Speedy Services now, fast and easy service!
- Hire and sales
- Opening hours listed
How it scored: 32 / 100
Verification 0/30Customer reviews 0/30Contact details 20/20Profile detail 9/20 - 3
London, Islington
- Hire
- Opening hours listed
How it scored: 23 / 100
Verification 0/30Customer reviews 0/30Contact details 20/20Profile detail 0/20 - 4
London, Islington
- Hire
How it scored: 18 / 100
Verification 0/30Customer reviews 0/30Contact details 15/20Profile detail 0/20
Also in Islington: sales and parts
These firms sell rather than hire, so they are not in the ranking above - but they are worth knowing if you are thinking of buying.
- Farringdon Locksmith & Tool Supplies Co.ltd.
London, Islington
Learn about cookies on Farringdon Locksmith & Tool Supplies Co.'s site.
- Passtech Machine Tools Ltd
London, Islington
Reach out to Passtech for inquiries on machine tools, 3D printing, and equipment.
- Impromill - DIY Centre
London, Islington
- Tool Shop/ shakti hardware retail Ltd
London, Islington
- Upper Street Hardware
London, Islington
- Tool Shop
London, Islington
Tools, building supplies and small electricals in a bustling store used by trade professionals.
- Gleave & Co. Watch Parts UK (No Counter Service, Web Order Collection Only)
London, Islington
- NEW CROSS DIY
London, Islington
Before you book tool hire in Islington
- Ask when electrical kit was last PAT tested, and look for the label.
- Ask what consumables cost on top - blades, discs, bits and fuel are often extra.
- Check the minimum hire period and whether there is a weekend rate.
- Ask whether a damage waiver is included or optional, and what it excludes.
How we ranked them
- Verification, 30 points. Matched against Companies House, and whether the owner has claimed the listing.
- Customer reviews, 30 points. Rating and volume, counted only once there are at least three.
- Contact details, 20 points. Phone, website and opening hours - can you actually reach them today.
- Profile detail, 20 points. How much they have told customers about what they do.
Companies closer to Islington get a small locality bonus. Firms that only sell are listed separately rather than ranked. Paid placement is not a ranking factor on this page and never has been.
Tool hire in Islington - common questions
How is this list of tool hire companies in Islington ranked?
Ranked by Companies House verification, customer reviews, contact details and how complete the listing is. Paid placement is not a ranking factor. Companies that only sell, and do not hire, are listed separately below the ranking. Every company shown is a published listing on GetBrent covering Islington, and each one's score breakdown is one click away.
Can a company pay to appear higher in this list?
No. Featured and paid placement are not read by the ranking at all. A company can pay for a more prominent listing elsewhere on GetBrent, but it cannot buy a position on this page.
How much does tool hire cost in Islington?
Prices vary by equipment, hire length and how far it has to travel. GetBrent charges no booking fee, so contact two or three of the companies below directly and compare what they quote.
Rankings are generated from listing data on the date shown and change as companies update their details and collect reviews. GetBrent is an independent directory; we take no commission on hires and no company can buy a position in this list. If you run one of these businesses and something here is wrong, tell us and we will fix it.