Quick Plant Hiring

Wet Hire vs Dry Hire

Understand the difference between wet hire and dry hire for plant hire in South Africa.

Wet hire vs dry hire

Wet hire generally includes equipment with an operator, while dry hire generally refers to equipment supplied without an operator. Availability and responsibility are confirmed per quotation.

Before choosing

  • Confirm whether an operator is required.
  • Confirm who is responsible for fuel, supervision and site safety.
  • Confirm access, working hours, ground conditions and hire period.
  • Confirm any damage, delay or standby responsibility in writing.