Hammersmith Equipment Company Inc.
Equipment rental agency · Grand Rapids, MI
About Hammersmith Equipment Company Inc.
Hammersmith Equipment Company is a family-owned business providing construction products and services to contractors. They operate two locations in Grand Rapids and Traverse City, Michigan.
Service area:Grand Rapids, Traverse City, Michigan
Renting Equipment in Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids anchors West Michigan's manufacturing and healthcare economy, with construction activity centered on medical campus expansions along Michigan Street and ongoing industrial development in the surrounding Kent County area. The furniture and medical device industries support a base of facility upgrades and factory build-outs that keeps equipment rental demand consistent year-round. Michigan winters are severe enough to curtail outdoor work from December through March, compressing the active season and making April and May reservation slots competitive.
County:Kent County
Neighborhoods served:Eastown, Heritage Hill, West Side, Grandville, Wyoming, Kentwood
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Renting Air Compressors: What to Know
Air compressors power pneumatic tools like nail guns, impact wrenches, sandblasters, and paint sprayers across construction and industrial sites. Portable units suit small crews, while towable compressors deliver the volume needed for jackhammers and large-scale sandblasting. Consider CFM output and tank size when choosing — undersized compressors slow down the job.
Renting Compaction Equipment: What to Know
Proper compaction is critical for stable foundations, roads, and utility trenches. Plate compactors work well for granular soils and paver base, while jumping jacks (rammers) are better for cohesive clay soils in narrow trenches. Ride-on rollers handle larger paving and road projects. Match the compactor type to your soil conditions for the best results.
Renting Generators & Light Towers: What to Know
Generators provide temporary power for construction sites, outdoor events, and emergency backup. Sizing depends on what you need to run — a small portable unit handles tools and lighting, while towable generators power entire job trailers and welding rigs. Light towers extend work hours on night shifts and improve safety at events and road projects.
Renting Pressure Washers: What to Know
Pressure washers strip away dirt, mildew, paint, and grease from concrete, siding, decks, and equipment. Electric units are quieter and work well for lighter residential jobs, while gas-powered washers deliver the PSI needed for commercial cleaning and surface prep. Hot water models cut through grease and oil on shop floors and parking structures.
Renting Pumps & Dewatering: What to Know
Water management is a constant challenge on construction sites, especially in low-lying areas and after heavy rain. Submersible pumps clear flooded excavations, trash pumps handle water with debris, and wellpoint systems manage groundwater levels during foundation work. Rental companies can help you calculate the flow rate and head pressure your job requires.
Renting Concrete Equipment: What to Know
Concrete work requires specialized equipment at every stage — mixers and buggies for placement, vibrators for consolidation, screeds for finishing, and saws for cutting joints and making modifications. Renting makes sense for most contractors since concrete pours are intermittent and the equipment sits idle between jobs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does Hammersmith Equipment Company Inc. rent?
Hammersmith Equipment Company Inc. rents air compressors, compactors, generators, loaders, post hole diggers, pressure washers, pumps, saws. They also offer sales, rental, parts, service.
Where is Hammersmith Equipment Company Inc. located?
Hammersmith Equipment Company Inc. is located at 1621 Century Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503. Their service area includes Grand Rapids, Traverse City, Michigan.
What areas does Hammersmith Equipment Company Inc. serve?
Hammersmith Equipment Company Inc. is based in Grand Rapids, MI and serves Grand Rapids, Traverse City, Michigan.
What do customers say about Hammersmith Equipment Company Inc.?
Hammersmith Equipment Company Inc. has a 4.4/5 rating based on 97 reviews. One customer said: "Just called and said they have a key for my Honda generator and that's great 👍"
What are Hammersmith Equipment Company Inc.'s hours?
Hammersmith Equipment Company Inc. is open Mon–Fri: 7:00am–5:00pm; Mon–Fri: 7:00am–5:00pm.
How do I contact Hammersmith Equipment Company Inc.?
You can reach Hammersmith Equipment Company Inc. by calling (616) 452-2400, visiting their website, or using the quote request form on this page.
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