Post Hole Digger Hire Melbourne

Post Hole Digger Hire Melbourne

For over 30 years the team at HireDepot have aimed to take the hard work out of manual labour, construction, and demolition in sites across Melbourne’s metro area. Our knowledgeable and dedicated team stock only the best machinery and equipment for hire manufactured by renowned producers to guarantee that your project continues with efficiency and effectiveness.

Able to streamline the erection of buildings, retaining walls, fencing, and the planting of trees, HireDepot has a number of both manual and petrol-run post hole diggers for hire throughout Melbourne. We can also supply post hole diggers for our range of excavators and skidsteer loaders. No matter your location you can stop by our Glen Iris or Fairfield depots, or we can deliver. With our wide range of post hole diggers individual contractors, small teams, or large companies can all rely on us to provide the equipment necessary to get the job done.

Our range of post hole diggers consist of:

• Manual Auger
  Hand digging of smaller holes
• Two Man Auger
  Small petrol unit – two operators required
• One Man Auger
  Larger petrol unit – one man operation
• Dingo with Auger
  Drives into position. Faster, larger holes
• Excavator with Auger
  Various sizes up to 3.5ton available. Will dig very deep holes

For the highest levels of satisfaction and safety all of our post hole diggers are routinely tested, checked, and repaired to guarantee that they can continue to bore holes at the fastest speed possible. To view our post hole diggers for yourself drop in to our Glen Iris or Fairfield depots today or give us a call on 03 9885 4431 (Glen Iris) or on 03 9499 9955 (Fairfield).

Also Available For Hire: Post Hole Auger

When a job needs to be done efficiently yet thoroughly, rely on HireDepot for your post hole augers. Melbourne tradies and site managers will find our post hole augers to be deliver on performance and reliability, while being available at affordable hiring costs. Regardless of the demands of your worksite, HireDepot will have a post hole auger to suit.

What is a Post Hole Digger? 

Post hole diggers are tools specifically designed for digging holes for fence posts, sign posts, and saplings. There are various types of post hole diggers, including manual and petrol-powered options, as well as hydraulic drive attachments designed for earthmoving machinery when used with suitable augers. The right tool for the job depends on the number, diameter, and depth of the holes you need to dig, the hardness of the ground, and the accessibility of the site.

Manual vs Powered Post Hole Diggers 

When choosing between manual and petrol post hole diggers, the primary consideration should be the type of soil and number of holes required to be dug. Manual post hole diggers such as clam shovels/post hole pincers are generally more suitable for loose soil and smaller jobs, while petrol-powered post hole diggers are more effective for tough soil and a larger number of holes.

While manual post hole diggers tend to be more economical, petrol-powered models are considerably more efficient and require less physical effort. However, for extremely tough ground, the use of earthmoving equipment may be necessary to supplement the usage of the post hole digger.

Do I Need Experience to Operate a Post Hole Digger?

The level of difficulty is largely contingent on the type of digger being used and the task at hand. Manual post hole diggers are generally safer to operate and necessitate minimal experience. However, they do require substantial levels of physical exertion. 

Conversely, powered post hole diggers, whether single-person or two-person models, require basic instruction to operate, and prior experience can be beneficial. While these machines are easier to operate than manual diggers, they do require familiarity with the specific controls and some level of coordination between operators.

Regardless of the type of post hole digger used, it is advisable to wear appropriate safety gear, such as gloves, goggles, and steel-toed boots. This is due to the potential for kickback, especially when drilling into hard soil.

If you are uncertain, please do not hesitate to contact our team at Hiredepot. We will gladly assist you in selecting the most suitable post hole digger for hire in Melbourne.