Spring into Action: 10 Must-Have Tools for Spring Cleaning Your Site

1. Kubota Sweeper Tractor – Clean Streets, Carparks & Yards Fast

Mud, debris, and gravel build up from winter can make sites feel neglected and difficult to re-start work on. Our Kubota B3150 Sweeper Tractors are built to tackle that head on. With powerful sweeping capability, four-wheel drive, and a towable trailer for easy transport between sites, these sweepers are ideal for:

• Quickly sweeping carparks, access roads, and footpaths
• Clearing dust and dirt from sites as winter mud dries
• Removing litter and debris from public and private surfaces
  
  

Read why our Yardman, Loranzo chose this machine as his Pronto Pick here.

2. Vermeer Chipper – Get Brush & Tree Waste Sorted

If your job site includes tree work, land clearing, or just storm clean-up, the Vermeer BC1000XL Brush Chipper turns branches and limbs into mulch with ease. Perfect for:

• Landscaping and tree-cutting jobs
• Clearing roadside vegetation
• Springtime pruning debris
  
  

With a 12 inch cutting capacity, this compact but powerful chipper is towable and built for daily use by contractors, arborists, and councils.

3. Skid Steer Loaders – The Clean up Workhorse

Track loaders or posi-tracks are versatile machines that are a staple for spring cleaning. Our 2.6–3T skid steers deliver:

• Low ground pressure for wet or soft terrain
• Easy manouvering in tight spaces
• Fast material handling and site prep
• A variety of versatile attachment options

Whether you're shifting soil, levelling ground, or loading debris into trucks, a skid steer hire is a smart move for spring. See why Alexandra Singleton, our Sales & Development support superstar, rates our RT-50’s here.

4. Cormidi Self-Loading Dumper – Your Wheelbarrow Upgrade

Still using wheelbarrows and muscle to move dirt and debris? It's time to upgrade. The Cormidi C85ACW Self-Loading Dumper is ideal for:

• Self-loading and tipping material
• Narrow access areas
• Rough or sloped ground
  
  

Perfect for tight residential builds, this dumper boosts efficiency while reducing strain and injuries. See our video of the Cormidi in action here.

5. Mini Diggers – Dig It, Clear It, Move On

Need to do more than just surface cleaning? Our 2.5T mini excavators are the largest legal digger you can tow, making them ideal for:

• Spring trenching and drainage
• Earthmoving and landscaping
• Site clearing and demolition
  
  

They come with hydraulic quick-hitch and advanced controls for smooth and efficient operation. Need a smaller machine? Check out our 1.2T and 1.7T options, and read what they can do here.

6. Towable Boom Lift – Reach High for Tree Trimming

Tree growth over winter can block access, reduce visibility, or pose hazards. Our Snorkel towable boom lifts are perfect for:

• Tree cutting and arborist access
• Sign and utility work
• Hard to access areas, with its easy to drive in and position trailer
  
  

With a 14.8m working height and 200kg platform capacity, it’s an excellent pick for any high-access task.

7. Watercarts – Tame the Dust, Tidy the Site

Dry, dusty spring conditions can lead to compliance issues and unsafe environments. Our trailer-mounted watercarts help you:

• Suppress dust quickly
• Provide water for landscaping
• Clean machinery or surfaces
  
  

Easy to tow and use, they’re a must-have for spring site management.
Need more water capacity? See our range of larger watercarts here.

8. Ground Protection Mats – Keep It Clean, Keep Moving

Weather can change on a dime during a Kiwi Spring. Rain and dew can leave sites muddy and soft, but our ground protection mats keep your surfaces clean and accessible. Use them to:

• Create stable access for trucks and machines
• Protect lawns, turf, or delicate surfaces
• Prevent vehicles getting stuck
  
  

They’re especially useful during seasonal transitions when ground conditions are variable. Your clients will be very grateful when their grounds are protected and their houses mud-free!

9. Tipper Trucks – Haul It Out, Bring It In

Spring clean-ups generate waste. Our 3-tonne tipper trucks handle:

• Hauling spoil, debris, or landscaping material
• Dumping mulch, gravel, or sand
• Transporting equipment and tools to and from site and across farms
  
  

A core piece of your clean-up logistics, they’re available with flexible hire terms and delivery to your site.
Need a larger truck? Check out our 8T!

10. Attachments for Spring Work – Power Up Your Loader or Excavator

The right attachments can turn your standard digger or loader into a versatile workhorse.

At Pronto Hire, we stock a wide range of excavator and loader attachments ideal for spring jobs like trenching, landscaping, vegetation clearing, and ground prep:

• Auger Drives – perfect for fencing, footings, and planting
• Hydraulic Tilt Buckets – for precise grading and shaping
• Mulchers & Drum Cutters – tackle overgrowth and tree waste
• Trenchers – make quick work of drainage and irrigation lines
• Spreader Bars & Leveller Blades – prep clean, flat surfaces
• Pallet Forks – move materials and supplies around site efficiently
  
  

Available for a wide range of machines, these attachments boost productivity and help you hit the ground running this spring.