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Digger Hire in Plymouth
Elliott & Sons offers flexible digger hire for homeowners, builders, landscapers and contractors across Plymouth and surrounding areas. Choose self-drive hire where suitable, or book a machine with an experienced operator to complete the work efficiently and reduce the risk of avoidable damage or delays.
If you are unsure which machine or hire option is right for the job, tell us what you need to excavate, the site access and the expected depth or area. We will advise on the most suitable starting point based on the information available.
Digger Hire Services
Self-drive digger hire
Self-drive hire is suitable for customers who are confident using the equipment and meet the agreed hire requirements. It is commonly used for garden excavation, landscaping preparation, small trenches, soil removal and preparing bases for patios, paths and driveways.
Before confirming the booking, we will discuss access, delivery, the intended use and the conditions that apply to the machine. Self-drive availability is subject to the individual job and hire terms.
Digger hire with operator
Operated hire is the straightforward option when you want the excavation completed for you. It is particularly useful for footings, foundations, drainage trenches, site clearance, ground reduction and jobs where levels, nearby services or restricted access need careful handling.
An experienced operator can work efficiently, coordinate with other trades and help ensure the excavation is completed to the agreed requirement.
Common uses
- Extension footings and foundations
- Drainage and service trenches
- Garden and landscaping excavation
- Site clearance and ground reduction
- Patio and driveway preparation
- Concrete base preparation
Before you book
Please provide the site postcode, a description of the work, photographs of the access and working area, and any measurements you have. We will confirm whether the site is suitable, which option is available and what is included in the quotation.
Book digger hire
Call 07964 549873 or use the quote form and select Digger Hire. Include the job location, access details and whether you would prefer self-drive or operated hire.
Digger Hire FAQs
Yes. Explain the work, access and approximate excavation required and we will advise on the most suitable available option.
Delivery and collection arrangements are confirmed as part of the booking and quotation.
Yes. Operated hire is available and is often the best option for foundations, drainage and jobs requiring accurate levels or careful excavation.
Send photographs and measurements of gates, paths, driveways and the working area so we can check whether the machine can reach the site safely.