Top Landscaping & Groundscare Tools to Hire This Season
As the weather brightens up and the ground dries out, it's the perfect time for both businesses and homeowners to get outdoors and tackle those landscaping and groundcare projects. Whether you're giving your garden a seasonal refresh or preparing a site for a bigger build, FTH Hire Group has all the right tools and equipment to get the job done quickly, efficiently, and safely.
Here’s our quick guide to the best landscaping and groundcare items to hire right now – and how to get the most out of them.
1. Rotavators – Prepare the Perfect Soil Bed
Rotavators are essential for breaking up compacted soil, turning over vegetable beds, or prepping ground for turf and planting. With various sizes available, you can choose the right one for domestic or larger commercial use.
Perfect for:
- Allotment prep
- Laying turf
- Soil aeration for improved drainage
2. Turf Cutters – Say Goodbye to Worn-Out Lawns
If you're laying new turf or installing artificial grass, a turf cutter is an absolute game changer. These machines make light work of stripping old grass, saving time and a whole lot of elbow grease compared to digging by hand.
Perfect for:
- Garden makeovers
- Laying patios and decking
- Installing irrigation systems
Tip: Ensure the ground is slightly damp for easier cutting, and always work in straight lines for the cleanest results.
3. Brushcutters & Strimmers – Tame the Tough Stuff
For overgrown areas, brushcutters and strimmers are ideal. From thick grass and weeds to brambles and undergrowth, these tools will power through it all.
Perfect for:
- Clearing neglected plots
- Pathway and verge maintenance
- Large garden or estate upkeep
4. Hedge Trimmers – Keep Everything Neat and Tidy
Spring growth can quickly make hedges and shrubs look overgrown. A hedge trimmer helps you maintain a neat and professional look with minimal effort.
Perfect for:
- Prepping properties for sale
- Site clean-ups
- Regular garden maintenance
Tip: Cut hedges on dry days to avoid clogging the blades, and work from bottom to top for even trimming.
5. Stump Grinders – Remove Tree Stumps with Ease
Got an old tree stump getting in the way of landscaping plans? Our stump grinders make removal straightforward, allowing you to reclaim space for lawns, patios, or driveways.
Perfect for:
- Garden redesigns
- Tree removal follow-up
- Landscaping contractors
6. Wood Chippers – Clear Green Waste Efficiently
Once you’ve trimmed, pruned, and cut back, you’ll likely be left with a lot of garden waste. A wood chipper turns it into mulch or manageable waste, perfect for composting or easy disposal.
Perfect for:
- Landscaping teams
- Tree surgeons
- Large garden clear-outs
Need Safety Kit?
Make sure when you are using chainsaws, brush cutters, strimmers and any other landscaping cutting tools, that you wear appropriate protective gear .This is available at FTH, contact your local hire hub team to learn more about the safety kit available.
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Did you know we supply plant machinery and tools to businesses across the South East of England, Scotland, and Wales? Our hire hubs are located in Farnborough, Farnham, Basingstoke, Guildford, Reading, Maidstone, Horsham, Worthing, Southampton, Airdrie, Bridgend, Cardiff, Cwmbran, Newport, Pontypridd, and Swansea.
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