Equipment Rentals & Jobsite Solutions in Newport News, VA

United Rentals carries an impressive variety of scaffolding for rent, including two- and three-story staging, guardrails, motor hoists and more, built to support construction, maintenance and design. Versatile frame scaffolding gives you the ability to reach just about anything, especially in small or narrow spaces. Whether your specialty is construction, electrical work, maintenance or masonry, or you need to rent scaffolding for painting, steam cleaning or sand blasting, let United Rentals help you put together the scaffolding that’s just right for your job. For help deciding on the best scaffolding service for your worksite, call your local United Rentals.

See our range of scaffolds for rent below.

FAQs About Scaffolding

When is climbing scaffolding cross braces permitted?

• Climbing structural scaffolding cross braces is unsafe and specifically forbidden by federal standards. If you are unable to directly access the scaffolding from another structure, you are required to follow ladder procedures to gain access.

How much weight can a scaffold hold?

• Many states have a ratio requirement based on height-to-base dimensions. Please check your federal, state and local regulations before erecting any scaffolding.

When should a scaffold be inspected?

• Once scaffolding has been inspected before its first use, OHSA requires "periodic” or weekly inspections of the erected scaffold.

United Rentals carries a broad selection of forklift attachments for rent. These add-ons increase the versatility of your forklift so you can outfit your machinery precisely the way you need it. We carry attachments for telehandlers, warehouse forklifts and straight mast rough terrain forklifts.

Our lineup of forklift attachment rentals includes pallet fork extensions, forklift crane extensions, jib attachments and more. For help choosing the best forklift extension rental for your crew, please contact a United Rentals representative.

FAQs About Forklift Attachments

How wide are pallet forks?

• Standard pallet forks are used for loading pallets, lumber and other materials. The forks are 42 inches long, 1 3/8 inches thick and 3 1/4 inches wide. We offer pallet fork rentals of varying sizes so you can find the ideal pallet fork for your project.

What type of steel is used for forklift forks?

• Forklift forks are typically made of hardened steel capable of withstanding high levels of stress.

How much can a forklift lift?

• Forklifts' lifting capacity starts at just a few thousand pounds on the lower end. However, larger models like reach forklifts and heavy-duty off-road forklifts can lift over 50,000 pounds. We always include the lift capacity of our rental forklifts in the product details. If you have questions, please reach out to a United Rentals representative.

United Rentals arch spreaders and arch spreader extensions for trenching and excavation allow for maximum pipe and structure clearance with minimal trench width. Quick and easy to install, these units are versatile, offered in a full range of widths, and available to rent now. Our spreaders are adjustable to meet the specific needs of your job, ranging from 22 inches up to 120 inches. Choose aluminum or steel options for strong, reliable trenching reinforcement. In addition to our spreaders, we offer arch spreader extensions that come equipped with accessory kits for trench shields and spacing capabilities up to 10 additional feet. United Rentals is here to support your trenching task needs.

FAQs About Arch Spreaders

What is an arch spreader?

• Mostly used to get maximum clearance for large-diameter pipes, arch spreaders raise the clearance from the underside of the trench shield spreader to the bottom of the excavation.

How much clearance can be added with an arch spreader?

• Typically, using an arch spreader will help raise clearance 5 feet to 8 feet, though we offer extensions with an extension range of up to 10 feet. However, it is possible that loads will increase rapidly on the arch spreader as the clearance is increased, so it’s important to follow instruction manuals carefully. You can also consult with a United Rentals specialist for additional guidance on using extension spreaders.

How do I transport an arch spreader?

• Most arch spreaders will fit on a truck for transport purposes. Consult with your site manager or a United Rentals expert to determine the best method for transport as arch spreaders can vary in size and weight.

United Rentals carries a wide selection of trench boxes for rent. In case of a trench collapse, trench boxes (a type of trench shield) are designed to protect workers within the trench. Our trench box sizes range from 4 feet by 8 feet to 10 feet by 24 feet, with up to a 6-inch wall thickness or knife edge. Our steel trench shields are ideal for sewer and pipeline work and feature double-walled construction for greater sidewall security and optimum strength-to-weight ratios. United Rentals trench experts are on hand to help you find the right trench boxes, shields or shoring for rent to fit your project and keep your employees safe. For more information, one of our trench experts provides five key questions to ask yourself when deciding How to Choose the Right Trench Protective System. Browse our inventory below to find the best quality trench shield rental for your next shoring project.

FAQs About Trench Boxes and Shields

What is a trench box?

• A trench box is a protective system made with sturdy material that you use inside a confined space to protect workers against cave-ins or trench collapses. Providing reliable stability in a trench gives your crew peace of mind while completing work safely.

Does confined space entry training expire?

• Yes. Confined space entry certification expires after two years. However, United Rentals recommends that you do the training on an annual basis. For more information on confined space training, browse Permit-Required Confined Space: Attendant.

When do you need a trench box?

• A trench box must be used when a confined space is 5 feet or greater in –depth. It must extend 18 inches above the surface, and it must be no greater than 2 feet from the bottom. For further guidance on trench box use, read 7 Tips for Renting a Trench Box.

United Rentals carries an impressive variety of scaffolding for rent, including two- and three-story staging, guardrails, motor hoists and more, built to support construction, maintenance and design. Versatile frame scaffolding gives you the ability to reach just about anything, especially in small or narrow spaces. Whether your specialty is construction, electrical work, maintenance or masonry, or you need to rent scaffolding for painting, steam cleaning or sand blasting, let United Rentals help you put together the scaffolding that’s just right for your job. For help deciding on the best scaffolding service for your worksite, call your local United Rentals.

See our range of scaffolds for rent below.

FAQs About Scaffolding

When is climbing scaffolding cross braces permitted?

• Climbing structural scaffolding cross braces is unsafe and specifically forbidden by federal standards. If you are unable to directly access the scaffolding from another structure, you are required to follow ladder procedures to gain access.

How much weight can a scaffold hold?

• Many states have a ratio requirement based on height-to-base dimensions. Please check your federal, state and local regulations before erecting any scaffolding.

When should a scaffold be inspected?

• Once scaffolding has been inspected before its first use, OHSA requires "periodic” or weekly inspections of the erected scaffold.

United Rentals carries a broad selection of forklift attachments for rent. These add-ons increase the versatility of your forklift so you can outfit your machinery precisely the way you need it. We carry attachments for telehandlers, warehouse forklifts and straight mast rough terrain forklifts.

Our lineup of forklift attachment rentals includes pallet fork extensions, forklift crane extensions, jib attachments and more. For help choosing the best forklift extension rental for your crew, please contact a United Rentals representative.

FAQs About Forklift Attachments

How wide are pallet forks?

• Standard pallet forks are used for loading pallets, lumber and other materials. The forks are 42 inches long, 1 3/8 inches thick and 3 1/4 inches wide. We offer pallet fork rentals of varying sizes so you can find the ideal pallet fork for your project.

What type of steel is used for forklift forks?

• Forklift forks are typically made of hardened steel capable of withstanding high levels of stress.

How much can a forklift lift?

• Forklifts' lifting capacity starts at just a few thousand pounds on the lower end. However, larger models like reach forklifts and heavy-duty off-road forklifts can lift over 50,000 pounds. We always include the lift capacity of our rental forklifts in the product details. If you have questions, please reach out to a United Rentals representative.

United Rentals arch spreaders and arch spreader extensions for trenching and excavation allow for maximum pipe and structure clearance with minimal trench width. Quick and easy to install, these units are versatile, offered in a full range of widths, and available to rent now. Our spreaders are adjustable to meet the specific needs of your job, ranging from 22 inches up to 120 inches. Choose aluminum or steel options for strong, reliable trenching reinforcement. In addition to our spreaders, we offer arch spreader extensions that come equipped with accessory kits for trench shields and spacing capabilities up to 10 additional feet. United Rentals is here to support your trenching task needs.

FAQs About Arch Spreaders

What is an arch spreader?

• Mostly used to get maximum clearance for large-diameter pipes, arch spreaders raise the clearance from the underside of the trench shield spreader to the bottom of the excavation.

How much clearance can be added with an arch spreader?

• Typically, using an arch spreader will help raise clearance 5 feet to 8 feet, though we offer extensions with an extension range of up to 10 feet. However, it is possible that loads will increase rapidly on the arch spreader as the clearance is increased, so it’s important to follow instruction manuals carefully. You can also consult with a United Rentals specialist for additional guidance on using extension spreaders.

How do I transport an arch spreader?

• Most arch spreaders will fit on a truck for transport purposes. Consult with your site manager or a United Rentals expert to determine the best method for transport as arch spreaders can vary in size and weight.

United Rentals carries a wide selection of trench boxes for rent. In case of a trench collapse, trench boxes (a type of trench shield) are designed to protect workers within the trench. Our trench box sizes range from 4 feet by 8 feet to 10 feet by 24 feet, with up to a 6-inch wall thickness or knife edge. Our steel trench shields are ideal for sewer and pipeline work and feature double-walled construction for greater sidewall security and optimum strength-to-weight ratios. United Rentals trench experts are on hand to help you find the right trench boxes, shields or shoring for rent to fit your project and keep your employees safe. For more information, one of our trench experts provides five key questions to ask yourself when deciding How to Choose the Right Trench Protective System. Browse our inventory below to find the best quality trench shield rental for your next shoring project.

FAQs About Trench Boxes and Shields

What is a trench box?

• A trench box is a protective system made with sturdy material that you use inside a confined space to protect workers against cave-ins or trench collapses. Providing reliable stability in a trench gives your crew peace of mind while completing work safely.

Does confined space entry training expire?

• Yes. Confined space entry certification expires after two years. However, United Rentals recommends that you do the training on an annual basis. For more information on confined space training, browse Permit-Required Confined Space: Attendant.

When do you need a trench box?

• A trench box must be used when a confined space is 5 feet or greater in –depth. It must extend 18 inches above the surface, and it must be no greater than 2 feet from the bottom. For further guidance on trench box use, read 7 Tips for Renting a Trench Box.