Excavator Hire Perth
Need an excavator for trenching, drainage, footings, landscaping or general site preparation?
BAU Plant Hire provides reliable excavator hire across Perth, supplying well-maintained equipment for builders, landscapers, contractors and property owners who need practical machinery on site.
Our Bobcat E20z excavator is a compact 2-tonne class machine suited to excavation work where access, precision and site efficiency matter.
Excavator Hire for Perth Projects
Excavators are commonly used on Perth construction, landscaping and civil projects where the work involves digging, trenching, shaping ground levels or preparing an area for the next stage of work.
For many residential and commercial projects, a compact excavator provides the right balance of digging performance, manoeuvrability and transport efficiency.
Common Applications
- Trenching for services and utilities
- Drainage and plumbing preparation
- Footing excavation
- Retaining wall preparation
- Landscaping and earthworks
- General site preparation
Suitable Projects
- Residential construction
- Backyard excavation
- Infill developments
- Tight access sites
- Commercial landscaping
- Small civil works
Why Choose an Excavator?
An excavator is usually the right machine when the main task is digging rather than loading or moving material.
Excavators are well suited to trenching, drainage, footings, retaining wall preparation and controlled excavation close to existing structures.
On sites where access is restricted, a compact excavator can help crews complete detailed excavation work without bringing in a larger machine that may be difficult to position or transport.
Bobcat E20z Excavator
BAU Plant Hire offers a Bobcat E20z excavator suited to residential, commercial and landscaping projects throughout Perth.
Looking for other equipment? View our full range of hire equipment, including skid steers and compact earthmoving machinery.
Machine Features
- Approximately 2-tonne operating weight
- Compact footprint for restricted access sites
- Long arm configuration
- Bucket package available
- Ripper attachment available
Why Hire from BAU?
- Well-maintained equipment
- Flexible hire periods
- Perth delivery available
- Member of Master Builders WA
- Locally owned WA business
Excavator Hire vs Skid Steer Hire
One common equipment decision is whether the job calls for an excavator or a skid steer. While both machines are commonly found on Perth construction and landscaping projects, they are designed for different tasks.
If the work is excavation-led, trenching-led or footing-led, an excavator is usually the better fit because it provides the digging geometry, reach and control required for that work.
If the work is more about loading, carrying, shifting spoil, spreading material, backfilling, levelling or clean-up, a skid steer may be the better option.
Many Perth projects benefit from using both. The excavator handles the digging, while the skid steer manages spoil movement, backfill, trim and clean-up.
Delivery Across Perth and Surrounding Areas
BAU Plant Hire can arrange excavator delivery and collection across Perth and selected surrounding areas, depending on machine availability, project location and transport requirements.
If you need transport clarity before booking, review our pricing and transport information or contact us with your project location.
Excavator Hire Perth FAQs
The right excavator depends on the work, access and excavation requirements. For residential trenching, drainage, landscaping and general site preparation, a compact excavator such as the Bobcat E20z is often a practical choice.
Yes. Compact excavators are suited to restricted access sites, backyard projects, retaining walls, service trenches and other jobs where larger equipment may be difficult to position.
Yes. BAU Plant Hire can arrange excavator delivery and collection across Perth and selected surrounding areas, depending on availability, location and transport requirements.
Yes. Short-term, weekend and longer-duration hire options may be available depending on machine availability and your project requirements.
Excavators are mainly used for digging, trenching and excavation. Skid steers are generally better for loading, moving material, backfilling, levelling and clean-up.
Ready to Organise Excavator Hire?
If you need mini excavator hire in Perth for trenching, drainage work, landscaping, footing excavation, retaining wall preparation or general site works, BAU Plant Hire can help you secure the right machine without unnecessary delay.
Get in touch to check availability, discuss whether the Bobcat E20z is suitable for your project, review our current hire rates, and organise delivery for the hire arrangement that best suits the work.