Frequently Asked Questions
What Areas does Abbey Machinery Hire Cover?
Abbey Machinery Hire provides cherry picker, digger and agricultural hire across the Scottish Borders, North Northumberland and Central Scotland.
Do I need a licence to hire a cherry picker?
If you’re opting for self-drive cherry picker hire, you’ll need the relevant training or IPAF certification to operate the machine safely. If not, we recommend hiring with one of our qualified operators for full compliance and safety on-site.
Can I Hire a Cherry Picker without an operator?
Yes, we offer both operated cherry picker hire and self-drive access platform hire depending on your needs. If you’re not certified to operate the Cherry Picker, we’ll supply a fully trained, IPAS-certified operator for complete safety and peace of mind.
How soon can i get a machine delivered?
In many cases, we can deliver your machine on the same or the next working day, depending on availability. We’ll confirm your delivery date and time during booking.
What Types Of Jobs Are your cherry pickers suitable for?
Our cherry pickers are ideal for roof repairs, gutter cleaning, tree trimming, sign installation, chimney work, solar panel access, and much more. Whether you’re a homeowner or contractor, we’ve got the right Cherry Picker hire solution for working at height safely.
What’s included in the hire?
All hires include a full tank of fuel or charged battery, a pre-delivery safety check, and a handover on safe operation. Delivery and collection are also included in your quote, no hidden costs!
