Spring is around the corner with the longer days rolling in, drier weather and the perfect conditions to get projects underway. You could be landscaping , clearing blocks, or starting your construction plans, having the right hire equipment will save you hours on site. 

At ZELVi, we’ve made a list of the must-have machines and attachments to make your spring site prep efficient and stress-free. 

 

Why Spring Is the Best Time to Start Projects 

  • Ideal weather: Longer days and drier conditions make it easier to get work done efficiently. 
  • Cutting back winter growth: After months of rain, overgrown grass, weeds and shrubs need clearing before new projects can start. Slashers and grapple buckets will be your go-to attachments to make this manageable. 
  • Getting ahead of fire season: In WA, spring is the best time to reduce fuel loads and clear properties before summer heat increases bushfire risk. Hiring slashers and rippers now helps you prepare early. 
  • Beat the hire rush: Equipment demand spikes in spring, so booking early ensures you get all the machines and attachments you need. 

 

Essential Hire Equipment for Spring 

Skid Steers – The All-Rounder 

Compact, fast, and versatile, skid steers are perfect for clearing debris, levelling soil, and moving materials. With the right attachments, they can handle almost any landscaping task. 

Excavators – Digging Power 

From trenching and footings to stump removal, excavators are a spring essential. Mini excavators are especially useful for tight suburban access. 

Dumpers – Moving Material Made Easy 

Site Dumpers save time moving soil, mulch, or rubble across your site. Cutting down manual labour and keep projects running smoothly. 

 

Attachments That Make a Difference 

Here are the ones that may be useful to you this Spring.

  • Rake Buckets – Clear sticks, rocks, and debris to prep ground. 
  • Pallet Forks – Move turf rolls, pavers, or pallets of bricks. 
  • Augers – Drill post holes quickly for fencing, decking, or retaining walls. 
  • Slashers – Cut down long grass and weeds fast, ideal for block clearing. 
  • Rippers – Break up hard or compacted soil before trenching or digging. 

 

Why Hire Instead of Buy? 

Buying machines and attachments is costly, and most sit unused outside of peak season. Hiring gives you: 

  • Access to the right equipment when you need it. 
  • No maintenance, storage, or depreciation costs. 
  • Flexibility to use different attachments for different jobs. 

 

Get Your Spring Hire Sorted 

Spring is the season to get projects moving. With the right machines and attachments, you can get more done in less time — without blowing the budget. 

Call our team today or book online to secure your hire before the spring rush. 

FAQs About Spring Site Prep Equipment Hire 

What’s the best skid steer attachment for landscaping in spring?
Rake buckets and GP buckets are the most popular for landscaping. They make soil prep, turf installation, and final clean-ups quick and easy.

Do I need a slasher or a ripper for site clearing?
It depends on your site. Slashers are best for cutting down long grass and overgrowth, while rippers are ideal for breaking up hard, compacted ground before digging.

How can I get my site ready for fire season?
Hire slashers and rippers to clear long grass and debris early in spring — reduces fuel loads and fire risk.