Thompson Rental Station, Inc.
Equipment rental agency · Des Plaines, IL
About Thompson Rental Station, Inc.
Thompson Rental Station provides equipment, tool, and party rentals with locations in Bensenville and Des Plaines, Illinois. They serve the Chicagoland suburban area and Northeastern Illinois with both rental and sales options.
Service area:Bensenville, Des Plaines, Chicagoland Suburban Area, Northeastern Illinois, Chicago
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Some of the best pricing in the area and a real mom and pop shop. They actually care about the people coming in not like other places
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Renting Excavators: What to Know
Excavators are the workhorses of any dig job — from foundation work and trenching to demolition and land clearing. Mini excavators fit through gates and work in tight residential spaces, while standard-size machines handle commercial site prep. Rental rates typically vary by machine weight class, and most rental companies offer daily, weekly, and monthly pricing.
Renting Skid Steers & Track Loaders: What to Know
Skid steers and compact track loaders are among the most versatile machines on a job site. With dozens of available attachments — buckets, augers, grapples, trenchers — one machine can handle grading, material handling, and demolition. Track loaders provide better traction on soft or muddy ground, while wheeled skid steers are faster on pavement.
Renting Aerial Lifts & Boom Lifts: What to Know
Aerial lifts are essential for construction, maintenance, and warehouse work that requires safe access to elevated areas. Scissor lifts work well for indoor jobs and flat surfaces, while boom lifts reach over obstacles on rough terrain. When renting, consider the platform height you need, indoor vs. outdoor use, and whether the job site surface is level or uneven.
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 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 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.
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 Climate Control Equipment: What to Know
Temporary climate control keeps workers comfortable and protects materials during construction, renovation, and events. Portable heaters maintain curing temperatures for concrete and drywall in cold weather, while evaporative coolers and spot air conditioners manage heat in enclosed spaces. Industrial fans improve ventilation and dry out water-damaged areas.
Renting Forklifts: What to Know
Forklifts are used across warehousing, construction, and manufacturing to move heavy loads efficiently. Electric models work best indoors where emissions matter, while propane and diesel forklifts handle outdoor loading docks and rough terrain. Most rental companies offer operator training and can help you match lift capacity to your heaviest loads.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does Thompson Rental Station, Inc. rent?
Thompson Rental Station, Inc. rents excavators, skid steers, scissor lifts, boom lifts, lawn & garden equipment, generators, air compressors, concrete equipment. They also offer rental, sales.
Where is Thompson Rental Station, Inc. located?
Thompson Rental Station, Inc. is located at 1460 E Oakton St, Des Plaines, IL 60018. Their service area includes Bensenville, Des Plaines, Chicagoland Suburban Area, Northeastern Illinois, Chicago.
What areas does Thompson Rental Station, Inc. serve?
Thompson Rental Station, Inc. is based in Des Plaines, IL and serves Bensenville, Des Plaines, Chicagoland Suburban Area, Northeastern Illinois, Chicago.
What do customers say about Thompson Rental Station, Inc.?
Thompson Rental Station, Inc. has a 4.7/5 rating based on 58 reviews. One customer said: "Some of the best pricing in the area and a real mom and pop shop. They actually care about the people coming in not like other places"
How do I contact Thompson Rental Station, Inc.?
You can reach Thompson Rental Station, Inc. by calling (877) 823-9473, visiting their website, or using the quote request form on this page.
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