Compact Excavator Rental — Specs & Rates
All rates subject to 8% Monroe County sales tax. Four hour minimum rental. Tax exempt? Bring NY Form ST-119.1.
- Machine
- John Deere 26 P-Tier compact excavator
- Cab
- Enclosed cab with heat
- Hydraulics
- Hydraulic thumb standard
- Buckets
- Any 2 included — 4 sizes to choose from
- Hour limits
- 8 hrs/day • 40 hrs/week • 160 hrs/month
- Delivery
- $150 flat round trip within ~25 mi
| Rental Period | Rate |
|---|---|
| Half Day | $175 |
| Day | $295 |
| Weekend | $595 |
| Week | $1,150 |
| Month | $2,350 |
The 26 P-Tier is the machine most of our customers reach for first. It is small enough to get through a standard gate and work in a finished back yard, but it has the breakout force and the reach to dig real footings, cut a trench for conduit or a service line, pull stumps, and load a truck. The enclosed heated cab means it is a machine you can actually use in a Rochester February, not just in July.
The hydraulic thumb is standard, not an upcharge, which is what makes this unit useful for anything involving material handling — brush piles, rock, demo debris, awkward pipe. Pick any two buckets with the rental at no extra cost; additional buckets are $50 each for the rental. If you need to drill rather than dig, the PA15 auger drive mounts to this machine.
Rented from CreekStone Rents & Earthworks, an independent equipment yard on Stony Point Road in Rochester. Operators must be 18 or older and qualified to run the machine; the operator is not included with the rental.
Buckets & Attachments for the 26 P-Tier
| Attachment / Item | Half Day | Day | Weekend (F–Su) | Week | Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Excavator Buckets — Choose Any 2 With Rental, Additional Buckets $50 Each | |||||
| 30″ Ditch / Cleanup Bucket | Included | — | — | — | — |
| 24″ Tooth Bucket | Included | — | — | — | — |
| 18″ Tooth Bucket | Included | — | — | — | — |
| 12″ Tooth Bucket | Included | — | — | — | — |
| Excavator Auger — PA15 | |||||
| PA15 Auger Drive Unit | — | $150 | $275 | $500 | $1,200 |
| Includes one bit — specify 9″ or 12″ at booking | |||||
| 9″ Auger Bit (additional) | — | $50 | $50 | $150 | $300 |
| 12″ Auger Bit (additional) | — | $50 | $50 | $150 | $300 |
Getting the Machine to Your Job
Two options, both simple, no hidden line items on the invoice.
Most of the paperwork is done before you arrive. We email the rental agreement, card authorization and optional damage waiver, you sign from your phone, and we send a secure payment link. The only in-person step is a quick walk-around to document condition, fuel and hours. See how the rental process works or what to bring.
Compact Excavator Rental in Rochester, NY — FAQ
How much does it cost to rent a compact excavator in Rochester, NY?
The John Deere 26 P-Tier rents for $175 a half day, $295 a day, $595 for a weekend (Friday through Sunday), $1,150 a week and $2,350 a month. Any two buckets are included in that rate. Delivery is a flat $150 round trip within about 25 miles of Rochester, or you can pick up free at our yard on Stony Point Road.
Do I need a trailer to rent the excavator?
No. We deliver for a flat $150 round trip within roughly 25 miles of Rochester, which covers most of Monroe, Wayne and Ontario counties. If you would rather haul it yourself, yard pickup is free — just make sure your trailer and tow vehicle are rated for the machine.
Which buckets come with the rental?
Choose any two of the 30-inch ditch and cleanup bucket, 24-inch tooth, 18-inch tooth and 12-inch tooth. Extra buckets beyond your two are $50 each per rental. Tell us which ones you want when you book so they are staged at pickup.
Can the excavator handle stumps and brush?
Yes. The hydraulic thumb is standard on this machine, which is what makes stump pulling, brush piling and debris handling practical. For larger clearing jobs, contractors often pair it with the compact track loader and brush grapple.
More answers on the main equipment rental FAQ.
Other Equipment for Rent in Rochester
Everything in the CreekStone Rents & Earthworks yard, maintained to commercial standards.
Ready to Rent the John Deere 26 P-Tier?
Same-day availability confirmation. Call, text, or send a request and we will get back to you.