TRENCHER - 18in GROUND HOG for rent in Hollywood, Florida
TRENCHER - 18in GROUND HOG rents in Hollywood, Florida for $77 per half-day (4 hours), $102 per day or $408 per week. Pickup is in Hollywood, FL 33023. Reserve and pay online through RNTR.
New to RNTR?
RNTR is a rental marketplace. Local owners list their equipment and gear; you reserve and pay online, then get it from them.
How renting on RNTR works- Step 1Pick your datesFrom $77 per half-day
- Step 2Lister approves your requestThe owner confirms your dates
- Step 3Pay securelyCard checkout, secured by Stripe
- Step 4Pick it upFrom the owner in Hollywood, FL

About this rental
The 18 inch Ground Hog trencher efficiently digs trenches for irrigation, electrical, or utility installations.
How much does it cost to rent a trencher in Hollywood, FL?
TRENCHER - 18in GROUND HOG rents for $77 per half-day (4 hours), $102 per day or $408 per week. A week costs about the same as 4 single days, so the weekly rate is the better price for any rental longer than 4 days.
| Rental period | Price | Works out to |
|---|---|---|
| Half-day (4 hours) | $77 | About $19.25 per hour |
| Daily | $102 | $25 more than a half-day |
| Weekly | $408 | About $58 per day |
For comparison: Trencher rental costs $150 to $600 per day depending on machine size and location, with weekly and monthly options available at lower daily rates.
Read the full guide: Trencher Rental Cost: Daily & Weekly Rates
What is a trencher good for?
A trencher cuts a narrow, even channel for irrigation, drainage and utility lines far faster than digging by hand.
- Irrigation and sprinkler lines
- Drainage lines and french drains
- Electrical, water and cable runs
- Wide or deep excavation: a mini excavator
- Post holes: an auger
Walk-behind trenchers work well for most residential jobs and cost less, while ride-on trenchers handle longer runs, harder soil, and larger commercial projects more efficiently. Choose based on your project size, soil conditions, and trench length.
Read the full guide: Walk-Behind vs Ride-On Trencher: Which Is Right for You?
What size trencher do I need for my project?
Trencher size depends on your trench depth and width needs: handheld models work for shallow landscape work, while walk-behind and ride-on trenchers handle deeper utility cuts up to 4 feet. Match the machine to your project scope to avoid overpaying for unnecessary capacity or underpowering the job.
Read the full guide: What Size Trencher Do I Need? Trencher Size Guide
Where do I pick it up?
Pickup is in Hollywood, Florida 33023, Monday to Friday 7:00 am to 5:00 pm and Saturday 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. You get the exact address at checkout. Return it to the same address. This lister offers pickup.
What should I know before using a trencher?
Trencher operators must follow OSHA safety standards, maintain proper clearances from underground utilities, and never operate the machine alone or without proper training and protective equipment. Key hazards include cave-ins, kickback, and contact with buried lines—all preventable through pre-operation inspections and adherence to established safe work practices.
Read the full guide: Trencher Safety Requirements: What Operators Must Know
A trencher digs narrow channels in soil for irrigation, drainage, and utility lines. Rent the right size machine, set it up properly, operate it safely by following the manufacturer's instructions, and maintain consistent depth and speed throughout your project.
Read the full guide: How to Use a Trencher: Beginner's Guide
How do I book it?
Reserve online through the RNTR marketplace. Checkout, payment and scheduling all happen in the app, with no phone call needed. This lister requires a driver's license: at checkout you upload the front and back of yours and a selfie holding it, or use a verification saved from an earlier rental.
Reserve Now