Can You Rent A Bobcat At Home Depot?

To answer this question, there are a few things we’ll need to go over.

First, it’s important to distinguish between the Bobcat heavy equipment brand and the type of machine that gets referred to as “a bobcat.”

A bobcat, as they’re known, is a piece of heavy equipment called a skid steer. A skid steer, or skid loader, is a small, rigid-frame, engine-powered machine with lift arms that can attach to a wide variety of buckets and other attachments. Skid steers are primarily used for heavy digging tasks associated with construction and landscaping projects.

While Home Depot does not rent out Bobcat brand skid steers, they do rent several different varieties of skid steer, from brands like Kubota, Gehl, and John Deere. 

How Does Tool Rental Work At Home Depot?

Home Depot’s tool rental program is super straightforward and easy to use.

To rent a bobcat from Home Depot, simply follow these steps:

1. Visit the Skid Steer Rentals page on HomeDepot.com
2. Choose which skid steer you wish to rent from seven different options
3. Once you know which skid steer you need, click “Details & Availability” below the product
4. If you already have a home store set on HomeDepot.com, you will now see a list of pricing options available, along with a button that says “Rent Now.” If you do not have a home store selected yet, you will see a button that says “select a store.”
   1. If you still need to select a store, click “select a store” and search for your closest Home Depot using the interactive map feature. Once your store is set, you can navigate back to the product page where you will now see a list of prices.
5. To make a reservation, click “rent now.”
6. You will then be asked to enter a collection of information, including name and contact information, pickup date and time as well as a dropoff date and time. Enter your info, then press “Request delivery.”
7. Be aware that delivery costs an additional $198 on top of the price of the rental. You may also be subject to other charges, including fuel charges, damage protection, and taxes.
8. Once you request your delivery, you will be contacted by a representative who will confirm the details of scheduling and obtain your payment and delivery information. You might also be asked to pay a credit card deposit on your rental.

If you’d like to speak with Home Depot Customer Care about any issues with your tool rental, you can do so by calling 1-800-466-3337. Alternatively, you can call 1-800-430-3376 if you’re having issues with HomeDepot.com.

How Much Does It Cost To Rent A Bobcat At Home Depot?

At my local Home Depot, the rental prices for skid steers range from about $200 to over $3000. This depends on the model of skid steer you’d like to rent as well as the length of time you plan to use it for.

Here, we will look at the least expensive and most expensive bobcat rental pricing structures available through the Home Depot Tool Rental program.

The least expensive bobcat you can rent from Home Depot is the Ghel Wheeled Skid Steer ROC 1000-1200. You can rent this machine for the following rates:

• 4 hours – $230
• 1 day – $329
• 1 week – $823
• 1 month – $1893

The most expensive bobcat you can rent from Home Depot is the Kubota Tracked Skid Steer ROC 2500-3200. You can rent this machine for the following rates:

• 4 hours – $509
• 1 day – $509
• 1 week – $1425
• 1 month – $3135

Keep in mind that these prices do not include tax, delivery charges, or additional fees.

Does Home Depot Sell Bobcats?

Unfortunately, even though Home Depot rents bobcats to its customers, they do not sell equipment this large. If you are in the market for buying your own skid steer, you will need to purchase it directly from a manufacturer, tractor supply company, or another supplier of heavy duty equipment.

FAQs

What is the smallest Bobcat you can rent at Home Depot?

The smallest bobcat or skid steer available from Home Depot is the Gehl Wheeled Skid Steer which has a 1000 to 12000 lb. capacity.

What time does Home Depot tool rental open and close?

The Home Depot Tool Rental Center lists the same hours of operation as Home Depot, 6 AM – 10 PM.

What is the average cost of renting a Bobcat?

This depends. The model you rent, how long you rent it for, and where you rent it will all affect the price. However, renting a skid steer for a half a day (4 hours) will typically run you between $150 and $250.

Conclusion

Renting heavy equipment from Home Depot is a great way to go, especially when it comes to large equipment that few people would feel the need to invest in themselves. Skid steers, also called bobcats, are available for rent from Home Depot at a range of prices, from about $200 to over $3000. The price of the rental will vary depending on which model you choose and how long you wish to rent for. Home Depot’s Tool Rental Center also rents out a wide range of other equipment, including boom lifts, dehumidifiers, and more.