Equipment Hire
Craigmore
Craigmore has rolling terrain and larger blocks that suit excavator work well — particularly for retaining walls, post holes, drainage and landscaping.
Delivery to Craigmore. Moderate hilly terrain, all our machines are tracked.
Excavators, mini loaders, skid steers, auger and garden equipment — delivered from Two Wells, SA.
Hire by Equipment Type
Our Fleet — Available in Craigmore
For hire in Craigmore
Bobcat S450 Skid Steer — A/C Cab
High-output A/C skid steer for bulk loading, grading, site clean-ups, driveway prep and commercial earthmoving.
For hire in Craigmore
3.5T Excavator
3.5T excavator for serious earthworks, deep drainage, retaining walls, site cuts, footings and bulk digging.
For hire in Craigmore
Kanga Series 7 Mini Loader — 4-in-1 Bucket
Tracked Kanga with 4-in-1 bucket for landscaping, site clean-ups, loading, grading and driveway preparation.
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Bobcat MT100 Mini Loader
Tracked mini loader for site clean-ups, soil and rubble loading, landscaping, levelling and tight-access material handling.
For hire in Craigmore
Bobcat S70 Skid Steer Loader
Compact skid steer with 4-in-1 bucket for site clean-ups, loading, grading, landscaping and material removal.
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2T Excavator
2T excavator with hydraulic grab for stormwater, retaining walls, trenching, demolition, site clean-ups and earthworks. $275/day or $500 for 2 days.
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1T Micro Excavator
715mm-wide micro excavator for tight-access trenching, stormwater, plumbing, post holes and backyard excavation.
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1.7T Mini Excavator
1.7T all-round excavator for stormwater, trenching, retaining walls, landscaping, footings and site prep.
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1200mm Table Tile Saw
$200/day 1200mm wet-cut table saw for large-format porcelain, ceramic, pavers and natural stone.
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JCB 525-60 Telehandler
Compact 2.5T / ~6m telehandler for pallets, building materials, loading, roofing and commercial site handling.
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Car Licence Tipper Truck
Car-licence tipper for spoil, soil, rubble, green waste and materials. Pair with excavator or loader packages.
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Lawn Aerator — Scarifier Included FREE
Seasonal lawn renovation package: aerator $190/5hrs or $300 full day, with scarifier included FREE.
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Rotary Hoe
$150/day rear-tine rotary hoe for new lawns, garden beds, clay breakup and serious soil preparation.
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Cement Mixer
$120/day electric cement mixer for retaining walls, posts, footings, paths and small concrete jobs.
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Stihl TS400 Quick-Cut Demo Saw
$120/day Stihl TS400 for concrete, masonry, pipe and brick cutting on drainage, demolition and renovation jobs.
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Brick & Paver Saw
$110/day wet-cut brick and paver saw for paving, retaining-wall, landscaping and masonry jobs.
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Leg Rammer
$100/day trench rammer for stormwater, plumbing, footings and confined backfill compaction.
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Plate Compactor
$100/day plate compactor for driveways, paving, road base, backfill and site preparation.
For hire in Craigmore
Excavator Auger Attachment
$100/day excavator auger for fencing, retaining-wall posts, footings and post holes. 300mm and 450mm bits.
For hire in Craigmore
Spreader Leveller Bar
$55 per hire levelling bar for S70, MT100, Kanga and S450 — simple driveway, yard and base finishing.
For hire in Craigmore
Sleeper Grab
$55/day hydraulic sleeper grab for fast, controlled retaining-wall sleeper placement with 1.7T or 2T excavators.
For hire in Craigmore
Wheelbarrow
$50/day heavy-duty builders wheelbarrow — easy add-on for concrete, landscaping, soil, gravel and site clean-ups.
For hire in Craigmore
Diesel Light Tower
Diesel site lighting for night works, shutdowns, construction, roadworks, yards and events. Two units available.
Soil Conditions in Craigmore
Predominantly sandy loam over red-brown clay at depth. The Elizabeth area was developed on former farmland with reasonably stable soils, though the clay sublayer can hold water in winter. Drainage is a common issue — many properties need agi-pipe and rubble trench installation. Dallas and Davoren Park areas have more variable fill from recent subdivision development.
Common Earthmoving Projects in Craigmore
Property Types in Craigmore
Access & Site Considerations
Original Elizabeth blocks are typically 600–700m² with narrow side access (often 1.5–2m). The 1T micro and 1.7T excavators are ideal for backyard work. Watch for overhead eaves and carport roofs on side access, established trees and garden beds along access paths, old asbestos cement pipes in original Housing Trust areas (call Before You Dig Australia on 1100 first), and neighbouring fences — ensure you have written permission if access requires crossing a boundary.
Recommended Equipment for Craigmore
1T Micro Excavator
Fits through standard 900mm gates and side passages in original Elizabeth blocks
1.7T Excavator
Best balance of digging power and access for footings, pools, and drainage
Mini Loader (MT100)
Excellent for spreading base material, post-hole drilling, and site cleanup
Plate Compactor
Essential for driveway base preparation and trench backfill compaction
Delivery to Craigmore
Elizabeth and Playford suburbs are 20–35 minutes from our Two Wells depot. We deliver Monday to Saturday. For tight-access jobs, we bring the machine through the side gate — ensure the path is clear of pot plants, garden edges, and stored items.
Landmarks & Areas We Service Near
Excavation Advice for Craigmore
In sandy loam over clay, trench collapses are common below 600mm depth. Use trench shoring for any trench deeper than 1.2m. The clay sublayer holds water — install drainage aggregate and agi-pipe behind retaining walls. When excavating near original Housing Trust footings, maintain a 45° angle of repose from the footing edge to prevent undermining.