Plant Hire In Exeter, Devon and the South West

Flexible digger hire, available for self-drive or supplied with experienced operators to suit your project.

Reliable Plant Hire for Construction & Groundworks Projects

Whether you need self-drive plant or skilled operators on site, we supply dependable machinery to keep Exeter and Devon projects moving safely and efficiently.

We provide professional plant hire services across Devon and the South West, offering both self-drive plant hire and plant supplied with experienced operators. Our flexible approach allows contractors, developers and private clients to choose the level of support that best suits their project, site conditions and programme.

From excavation and drainage works to site preparation and foundation construction, our plant is well maintained, site-ready and supported by practical, real-world construction experience.

Operating across Torbay, Exeter, Devon and surrounding areas, we’re trusted to supply reliable machinery that performs when it matters.

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Why Choose JMJ For Plant Hire?

Reliable plant at fair rates with a local team and fleet that's big enough to deliver but small enough to care.

Flexible Hire Options
Choose between self-drive plant hire to operate yourself, or plant supplied with a competent operator for projects requiring additional expertise and on-site support.

Well-Maintained, Modern Machinery
All plant is regularly serviced, inspected and maintained to industry standards, reducing downtime and ensuring reliable performance on demanding sites.

Practical Site Knowledge
With extensive groundworks and civil engineering experience, we understand access constraints, ground conditions and sequencing, helping ensure the right equipment is supplied from the outset.

Safety-Led Approach
All hires operate within our Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental framework, with appropriate checks, documentation and controls in place.

Our Plant Hire Options

Choose the hire solution that best suits your site, experience level and project requirements.

Self Drive:

Kubota U10

1 Ton Excavator

1 Day - £100

1 Week - £180

Kubota U17

1.7 Ton Excavator

1 Day - £110

1 Week - £200

Kubota U27

2.7 Ton Excavator

1 Day - £170

1 Week - £300

Kubota U50

5 Ton Excavator

1 Day - £220

1 Week - £400

Kubota KX080

8 Ton Excavator

1 Day - £290

1 Week - £500

Discount will be available for longer term hire.

Operator Hire

A complete solution where plant is supplied with a competent, experienced operator.

  • Ideal for complex works, restricted access sites or projects requiring specialist knowledge
  • Operators experienced in excavation, drainage, foundations and site preparation
  • Improved efficiency, safety and programme control
  • Seamless integration with live construction sites
From £260 per day

The above pricing does not include any accessories that may be required to use this product. Nor does it include the Accidental Loss Damage Waiver that may be required, calculated at 20% of the hire proportion cost.

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Plant Hire Coverage Areas

Local plant and digger hire supporting sites across Devon and the South West.

Based in Exeter, we provide plant hire services across Devon and the South West. Our local presence allows us to respond quickly and work effectively within regional site conditions and access constraints.

Areas we cover:

Exeter, Plymouth, Torbay, Newton Abbot, Teignmouth, Dawlish, North Devon, South Hams and surrounding areas.

JMJ Plant Hire FAQ’s

Yes. We offer both self-drive plant hire and plant supplied with experienced operators.

Operators must be suitably experienced and competent. Requirements will be confirmed during booking.

Fuel inclusion depends on the hire type and duration and will be confirmed at quotation stage.

Yes, a range of attachments is available depending on the plant and task.

Yes. Operated plant hire is regularly supplied to live construction and groundworks sites.

Yes. All plant hire operations are fully insured.

Request a plant hire quote

Whether you’re looking for self-drive plant hire or operated plant to support a construction or groundworks project, our team can help you select the right equipment for the job. Get in touch to discuss availability, pricing and your project requirements.