Mini Excavator Rentals in Houston
Compact excavators from 1–6 tons for trenching, utilities, foundations and residential projects.
Clean machines, simple pricing and delivery across Greater Houston.
If you need to dig, trench, set lines or clean up tight areas where a full-size machine won’t fit,
a mini excavator is usually the right call. We keep a small, reliable fleet that’s sized for
real jobs, not backyard toys.
Mini Excavators Available
Typical examples of machines in the fleet. Exact models may vary.
1.7–2 Ton Mini Excavator
Approx. $250–$280 / day
- Great for tight access yards and light trenching
- Fits through most residential gates
- Ideal for irrigation, fence lines and small utilities
3–4 Ton Mini Excavator
Approx. $280–$325 / day
- More reach and dig depth for foundations and driveways
- Good balance of power and transport size
- Common choice for small contractors
5–6 Ton Mini Excavator
Approx. $325–$400 / day
- More power for heavier digging and demo
- Works well with breakers and larger buckets
- Best for deeper utilities and bigger cuts
What’s Included with Your Rental
- Main bucket. Standard digging bucket sized to the machine.
- Basic orientation. We walk you through controls and safety basics.
- Fuel and fluids checked. Machines leave the yard ready to work.
- Delivery options. We can deliver to most jobsites in our service area.
Attachments Available
- Grading / cleanup buckets
- Trenching buckets
- Hydraulic thumbs (on select units)
- Augers and breakers (depending on availability)
Let us know what you’re doing on site and we’ll match the machine and attachments as closely
as possible.
Best Jobs for Mini Excavators
- Digging utilities, water lines and drain lines
- Footings and small foundations
- Driveway and sidewalk demo
- Tree removal and stump work (with proper technique)
- Grading around houses and outbuildings
Not Sure What Size You Need?
If you’re unsure between sizes, tell us:
- What you’re digging
- Approximate depth and length
- How tight the access is
We’ll point you toward the smallest machine that can realistically do the job.
Rates & Service Area
Exact pricing depends on the machine and duration, but most mini excavator rentals fall into
these ranges:
- Daily: $250–$400
- Weekly: $900–$1,400
- Monthly: $2,500–$4,000
Longer bookings get better effective rates. Tell us how long you expect to keep the machine
and we’ll price it accordingly.
Areas We Commonly Deliver To
- Houston, Cypress, Katy
- Tomball, Spring, The Woodlands
- Pearland, Pasadena and nearby areas
If you’re just outside this list, reach out and we’ll see if we can make the run work.
Request a Mini Excavator Rental
Send the job details and when you need the machine. We’ll come back with options and
straight pricing.
Prefer to Call or Text?
Phone: (XXX) XXX-XXXX
Email: info@ironfieldservice.com
If you call while we’re hauling or on a jobsite, leave a message or text and we’ll get back to you
as soon as we’re clear.