Mini Excavator Rental in Metro Detroit

Digging a trench, a drain, or a footing? C&W Equipment Rentals rents the CFG H13R mini excavator for $200 a day across Metro Detroit. It's small enough for backyards and simple enough for homeowners, and we deliver free within 10 miles.

The machine

Machine Daily Weekly Monthly
CFG Industry H13R mini excavator (2026) $200 $700 $2,100

420cc Rato engine, hydrostatic drive.

What people rent a mini excavator for

  • Trenching: water, electrical, gas and irrigation lines
  • French drains and yard drainage: downspout lines, dry wells, swales
  • Small foundations and footings: sheds, decks, additions
  • Stump and brush removal
  • Pond digging
  • Demolition: sheds, decks, old fence posts and concrete footings
  • Driveway removal: breaking up and lifting old concrete

Pair it with the Ditch Witch SK800 mini skid steer to move the spoils, or the 7x14 dump trailer to haul them.

For homeowners

You don't need experience. We show you the controls at pickup or delivery, and the H13R's small size makes it forgiving to learn on. Before you dig, call MISS DIG 811 at least 3 business days ahead. It's free and required in Michigan.

For contractors

Weekly ($700) and monthly ($2,100) rates make it easy to keep a machine on site for the whole job. Need more than one machine or a longer term? Call us for a quote.

Delivery, hours and service area

Free delivery and pickup within 10 miles, then $5 per mile. We serve all of Metro Detroit, including Oakland, Wayne and Macomb counties, plus Ann Arbor, Brighton and Howell. Open 7am to 7pm Monday to Saturday, 7am to 2pm Sunday.

Book online or call (248) 303-8515.

Mini excavator rental FAQ

How much does it cost to rent a mini excavator in Detroit?

At C&W, the CFG H13R mini excavator is $200/day, $700/week or $2,100/month. Delivery is free within 10 miles.

Can I rent a mini excavator without experience?

Yes. Plenty of renters have never run one before. We walk you through the controls, and most people are digging confidently within 15 to 20 minutes.

Can a mini excavator dig a foundation?

A mini excavator is a great fit for small footings, shed and deck foundations, and trenches. For a full basement you'll want a larger machine.

Do I need to call before I dig?

Yes. Michigan law requires a call to MISS DIG 811 at least 3 business days before digging so underground lines get marked.

Do you deliver the excavator to my house?

Yes. Delivery is free within 10 miles and $5 per mile beyond that.