Compared 2026
The 10 best tool hire companies in London
We compared 150 tool hire companies covering London 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
CW Plant Hire (London, Wandsworth) - Digger hire; stocks JCB, Kubota and 3 more.
- 2
Tool Hire London - The Hireman (London, Newham) - Hires and sells; digger hire; stocks Makita, DeWalt and 2 more.
- 3
YardLink (London, Camden) - Digger hire; stocks Wacker Neuson.
- 1
London, Wandsworth
Instant Power. Reliable Service. With a range of generators from 10kVA to 550kVA and a selection of battery powerpacks, portable generators, distribution boards and accessories, we have everything you need to power your...
- Hire
- Offers digger hire
- Deals in JCB, Kubota, Bobcat and 2 more
- Opening hours listed
How it scored: 40 / 100
Verification 0/30Customer reviews 0/30Contact details 20/20Profile detail 14/20 - 2
London, Newham
Contact Our Team Today To Learn How Our Tools And Equipment Available For Hire Can Ensure Your Team Gets The Job Done!
- Hire and sales
- Offers digger hire
- Deals in Makita, DeWalt, Hilti and 1 more
- Opening hours listed
How it scored: 40 / 100
Verification 0/30Customer reviews 0/30Contact details 20/20Profile detail 14/20 - 3
London, Camden
Hire tool & plant equipment on YardLink. With our online booking process and upfront pricing, plant hire couldn't be easier. Next day delivery available.
- Hire
- Offers digger hire
- Deals in Wacker Neuson
- Opening hours listed
How it scored: 40 / 100
Verification 0/30Customer reviews 0/30Contact details 20/20Profile detail 14/20 - 4
London, Newham
Best at hire is your National Tool & Equipment hire centre. Exclusive Online Prices for DIY & Trade. Call 0344 288 8088 or Hire Online
- Hire
- Deals in Wacker Neuson, Makita, Stihl and 2 more
- Opening hours listed
How it scored: 37 / 100
Verification 0/30Customer reviews 0/30Contact details 20/20Profile detail 11/20 - 5
London, Waltham Forest
ITS have a massive range of power tools, hand tools at great prices and unbeatable service. With free next day delivery | 1 Hour Time Slot | Delivery 7 days a week. - ITS.co.uk
- Hire
- Deals in Makita, DeWalt and Milwaukee
- Opening hours listed
How it scored: 37 / 100
Verification 0/30Customer reviews 0/30Contact details 20/20Profile detail 11/20 - 6
London, Brent
Trade showroom for building & plumbing equipment, plus electrical & gardening supplies.
- Hire
- Deals in Makita, DeWalt and Festool
- Opening hours listed
How it scored: 37 / 100
Verification 0/30Customer reviews 0/30Contact details 20/20Profile detail 11/20 - 7
London, Brent
Trade showroom for building & plumbing equipment, plus electrical & gardening supplies.
- Hire
- Deals in Makita, DeWalt and Festool
- Opening hours listed
How it scored: 37 / 100
Verification 0/30Customer reviews 0/30Contact details 20/20Profile detail 11/20 - 8
London, Ealing
No matter what tool you need, we have all the power tools, scaffolding and electrical equipment you need for hire in London
- Hire
- Deals in JCB, Makita and Hilti
- Opening hours listed
How it scored: 37 / 100
Verification 0/30Customer reviews 0/30Contact details 20/20Profile detail 11/20 - 9
London, Ealing
Site equipment hire across London & the Home Counties. Generators, 110V transformers, distribution boards, lighting towers, floodlights and more.
- Hire
- Deals in Wacker Neuson
- Opening hours listed
How it scored: 37 / 100
Verification 0/30Customer reviews 0/30Contact details 20/20Profile detail 11/20 - 10
London, Ealing
Site equipment hire across London & the Home Counties. Generators, 110V transformers, distribution boards, lighting towers, floodlights and more.
- Hire
- Deals in Wacker Neuson
- Opening hours listed
How it scored: 37 / 100
Verification 0/30Customer reviews 0/30Contact details 20/20Profile detail 11/20
Also in London: 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.
- GAP Hire Solutions - Tower Bridge (London)
London, Tower Hamlets
Discover GAP Group, the UK's leading hire company. Find a depot, explore our products, or view job vacancies.
- Tool Hire Services Hammersmith
London, Hammersmith and Fulham
Site equipment hire across London & the Home Counties. Generators, 110V transformers, distribution boards, lighting...
- CamdenTools
London, Brent
Charming 4.5m Premier jute rope LED lights with 10 warm white bulbs - perfect for gardens, parties & home decor.
- Grays Inn Hardware
London, Camden
Independent supplier of building, plumbing and electrical equipment for DIY fans and professionals.
- IT Hardware Bin
London
IT Hardware Bin London, United Kingdom IT Hardware Bin provides tool hire services in London, offering equipment to...
- Kougar Tool Hire Ltd
London, Wandsworth
View our wide range of Atlas Copco compaction equipment tools featuring Petrol Vibrating Plates for light, medium, and...
- North London Plant Hire
London, Hackney
The range of TX-MAX professional manual cutters are perfect for INTENSIVE cutting of all types of ceramic tile.
- Portland Hardware & Handyman (Hardware Shop and Property Services)
London, Westminster
Independent DIY store packed with tools, paints and hardware, plus handyman service.
Before you book tool hire in London
- 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 London 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 London - common questions
How is this list of tool hire companies in London 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 London, 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 London?
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.