SYDNEY'S MINI EXCAVATOR SPECIALISTS
Reliable mini excavator hire across Baulkham Hills and Sydney's Hills District. Well-maintained machines, fast delivery, honest daily rates.
Our Fleet
Three machines, all maintained to the same standard, honest pricing shown upfront — turn up clean, run all day, dig exactly what you need.
ZERO TAIL SWING. FITS THROUGH A STANDARD SIDE GATE.
Our most-booked machine. Compact enough for tight residential access, strong enough for footings, trenching and general earthmoving. Runs on a standard trailer — no special permits required.
Perfect for
No Surprise Pricing
Standard
$299.00/ day
$1,495.00 / week
THE SWEET SPOT BETWEEN COMPACT AND POWERFUL.
The step up from our 1.8T — extra dig depth and breakout force for bigger footings and site cuts, while still compact enough for most suburban access. The right call when the 1.8T isn't quite enough machine.
Great for
No Surprise Pricing
Standard
$399.00/ day
$1,995.00 / week
SERIOUS OUTPUT FOR SERIOUS JOBS.
For bigger footings, driveways, dam work and site cuts. Still small enough to manoeuvre on suburban blocks, with the dig depth and breakout force to move real volume.
Ideal for
No Surprise Pricing
Standard
$599.00/ day
$2,995.00 / week
Booking 5+ days gets 15% off the daily rate automatically. 20+ days gets 30% off. GST is calculated and shown before you confirm — see it all worked out in Book Online.
Fuel is not included — machines are delivered with a full tank and must be returned the same way.
WEEKEND SPECIAL
Book a Friday-to-Monday weekend hire online and the machine rental is charged as a single day — delivery, attachments and the damage waiver are priced as normal. Runs automatically when you select Friday delivery and Monday return at checkout.
Not Sure Where To Start
You've seen the fleet — here's the quick version to help you pick.
Not sure which machine you need?
Talk To Dig ReadyKnow Before You Book
Full technical detail so you can confirm access and capability before delivery day.
Right Tool, Right Job
Swap buckets to match the ground — from narrow trenching to bulk material handling.
Narrow trenching bucket for drainage, pipe and cable runs.
Mid-width bucket for footings and general digging on the 3.5T.
All-purpose bucket for footings and general digging.
Wide bucket for levelling, cleanup and material handling.
Breaks up compacted ground and soft rock before digging.
Delivery
No trailer, no towing licence, no hassle. We deliver and collect every machine ourselves, straight to your site.
Standard local delivery is a flat $99.00 each way. Further out, delivery typically runs $100–$300 each way depending on distance — we'll always confirm the exact fee before you book, no surprises on the day.
What You Can Dig
From a weekend trench to a full site prep — one machine, endless jobs.
Drainage, plumbing and cable runs cut clean and to depth.
Excavate for above-ground or in-ground pool installations.
Cut and level for block, timber or gabion retaining walls.
Strip and grade the base for a driveway that lasts.
Fall and flow sorted before the concrete goes down.
Even out uneven ground for building, paving or turf.
Precise digging for slabs, stumps and structural footings.
Clear and prep the block before the build begins.
Reshape gardens, beds and outdoor living spaces.
Why Dig Ready
See how we stack up against a typical equipment hire company.
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Delivered directly to your site
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Trailer collection required
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Modern Hitachi fleet
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Transparent pricing
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Hidden delivery fees
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Online booking
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Phone enquiries only
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Friendly local owner
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Call centre
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Serviced before every hire
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Dig Ready Membership
$24.95/month gets you member pricing on every hire — first 100 members only.
The Process
Book Online
Six quick steps. Confirm your total before you submit — bookings are online only, no phone calls needed.
Step 1 of 6 · Your Details
From The Job Site
“Booked the 1.8T on a Thursday for a Saturday job. Delivered on time, ran perfectly all weekend, picked up without a fuss. This is how hire should work.”
Craig M.
Landscaper · Retaining wall footings
“Never operated an excavator before. They talked me through everything on delivery and the machine was spotless. Got my drainage trenches done in an afternoon.”
Sarah T.
Homeowner · Backyard drainage
“We run three sites at once and Dig Ready has never let us down on a delivery window. Pricing is upfront, no surprise fees on pickup.”
Dave R.
Builder · Slab footings, multiple sites
“The 5 tonne shifted more dirt in a day than I expected. Well maintained, no hydraulic leaks, no downtime. Will be our go-to for every dig from here.”
Michelle K.
Pool Builder · Pool excavation
“Called on a Monday morning, machine was on my property by lunch. Straightforward blokes, fair price, did exactly what they said they would.”
Ben H.
Farmer · Dam and drainage work
Common Questions
Safety First
An excavator is a serious piece of machinery. A few simple rules keep every job safe, on every site, every time.
Take your time on the controls. If anything feels wrong, stop and call us before you continue.
High-vis, steel-caps and hearing protection as a minimum on any active dig site.
Always confirm underground services before you break ground. It's free and it's the law.
Rated capacities exist for a reason. Overloading the bucket or arm risks the machine and everyone near it.
We walk every customer through correct operation on delivery — stick to it, and call us with any questions.
About Dig Ready
Dig Ready Machine Hire is an Australian-owned equipment hire business built on a simple idea: turn up on time, with a machine that works, at a price you were quoted.
Every machine is serviced after every hire — not just when it breaks. That's how we keep breakdowns rare and customers coming back.
Our StoryModern Hitachi Fleet
6 Premium Machines
Fast Delivery
Owner Operated
Fully Insured
7 Days Availability
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