Trencher Hire in Godstone, Surrey
Need trencher hire in Godstone? Coppard supplies walk-behind, chain and excavator-mounted trenching equipment from our Godstone depot for cable ducts, drainage, water pipes and utility runs across Surrey. Call 01883 743 322 with the required trench width, depth and ground conditions and we’ll help identify the right machine.
Trenching equipment can produce a controlled, narrow excavation much faster than digging the same route using conventional methods where the ground and application are suitable.
Coppard offers three approaches from our Godstone depot: compact walk-behind trenchers for narrow service runs, excavator-mounted chain trenchers for deeper or wider work, and specialist excavator buckets where the required trench is wider than a chain trencher can produce.
The right option depends on the trench width and depth, route length, access and ground conditions.
Trenchers Available to Hire
Our Godstone depot offers three different trenching methods for cable, pipe, drainage and utility work.
The Ditch Witch RT24 / RT30 walk-behind trencher provides a compact option for narrow service runs. Coppard’s current catalogue lists a maximum trenching depth of 914mm and a trench width of 100mm, making it useful where a relatively narrow, consistent trench is required.
For larger work, the Kubota KX101-3 with endless chain trencher is currently listed with a maximum trenching depth of 800mm and trench widths from 100mm to 200mm. Because the trencher is excavator-mounted, it also provides tracked access and a different working configuration from the walk-behind machine.
Excavator-mounted Klac Margurite buckets provide another option where the required service trench is wider or a chain trencher is not appropriate for the ground or application.
Call Godstone on 01883 743 322 with the required width, depth, route length and site access and we’ll help identify a suitable method.
For full specifications, models and current pricing, browse our complete Trencher Hire catalogue.
Choosing the Right Trencher for Your Ground
Ground conditions can make a significant difference to trenching performance, so the machine should be selected around the actual site rather than the postcode alone.
Walk-behind chain trenchers can provide a clean, controlled cut in suitable ground and are particularly useful for relatively narrow service runs. Wet cohesive soils can be more difficult because material may adhere to the chain and trench sides can become less stable, while very hard, stony or chalky ground may increase tooth wear and reduce progress.
An excavator-mounted chain trencher can provide a different combination of power, traction and trench width, while a conventional excavator-mounted trenching bucket may be more practical where the ground or required trench dimensions are unsuitable for a chain.
Access should also be considered. Measure gateways, passages and the complete route to the working area before booking.
Call 01883 743 322 with the ground conditions, required trench dimensions and route length and our Godstone team will help identify the most practical option.
Trencher Hire in Godstone and Surrey
Our Godstone depot provides a convenient base for trencher hire across Surrey, with access to the A25, M25 and surrounding road network for collection and delivery.
Trenchers are regularly used for cable ducts, water pipes, drainage, irrigation and other services where a controlled narrow excavation is required. Walk-behind machines can be particularly useful on residential and landscaping projects, while excavator-mounted options provide additional capability for larger groundworks.
From Godstone we regularly support projects in surrounding areas including Redhill, Reigate, Oxted, Caterham, Horley and Lingfield, as well as the wider Surrey area.
Walk-behind trenchers may be available for customer collection where suitable transport arrangements are in place. Excavator-mounted equipment can be delivered with the appropriate host machine where required.
Call 01883 743 322 to check current availability.
Trencher Hire for Contractors and Groundworks in Godstone and Surrey
Groundworks, utility and landscaping contractors can use trenching equipment to create controlled service routes without excavating substantially more material than the project requires.
For longer cable, drainage or pipe runs, reducing the trench width can also reduce the volume of spoil generated and the quantity of material that subsequently needs to be replaced and compacted.
Where the wider project requires additional plant, trenchers can be hired alongside excavators, dumpers, rammers and plate compactors from the same Godstone depot. This can simplify the equipment requirement where excavation, material movement and reinstatement form part of the same programme.
The most suitable combination depends on the trench dimensions, ground, route length and reinstatement specification.
Call 01883 743 322 with the project details and our Godstone team can confirm the available trenching and associated plant.
What to Expect When You Hire a Trencher from Coppard
Every trencher is maintained and checked between hires before leaving our Godstone depot.
When booking, tell our team the required trench width and depth, approximate route length, ground conditions and available access. This allows the equipment to be considered before collection or delivery rather than relying on machine size alone.
For a walk-behind trencher, the machine dimensions and transport requirements can be confirmed before customer collection. Excavator-mounted chain trenchers and trenching buckets should be matched to the appropriate host machine.
Where the project also requires backfill and compaction equipment, rammers and plate compactors can be arranged alongside the trencher.
Call 01883 743 322 to confirm the machine, collection or delivery arrangements and current availability.
Why Hire a Trencher from Coppard?
Coppard has supplied plant and specialist excavation equipment to contractors and groundworkers since 1972. Our Godstone depot provides walk-behind, excavator-mounted chain and bucket-based trenching options, allowing the method to be selected around the required trench rather than relying on one machine for every job.
Trenchers can also be hired alongside excavators, dumpers and compaction equipment where several stages of the project need to be covered through the same depot.
Call 01883 743 322 and tell our Godstone team the required trench width and depth, route length, access and ground conditions and we’ll help identify a suitable option.
For the full range of Plant & Machinery Hire available from our Godstone depot, visit our Plant & Machinery Hire page.
Browse the full Trencher Hire catalogue for specifications, models and current availability.
Frequently Asked Questions – Trencher Hire in Godstone
What depth can a walk-behind trencher cut?
The maximum depth depends on the particular machine and ground conditions. Coppard’s current catalogue lists the Ditch Witch RT24 / RT30 walk-behind trencher with a maximum trenching depth of 914mm.
The excavator-mounted Kubota KX101-3 endless chain trencher is currently listed with a maximum depth of 800mm.
Actual working performance can vary with the soil, stones, roots and other site conditions, so tell our Godstone team the required finished trench depth before booking.
View the Trencher Hire catalogue for the current machine specifications.
Can a trencher cut through clay?
Yes, chain trenchers can work in clay, but performance depends heavily on the moisture condition and consistency of the material.
Wet cohesive soil can adhere to the chain and may reduce productivity, while trench sides can become less stable in very wet conditions. A tracked excavator-mounted trencher or a conventional excavation method may be more suitable for some sites.
Tell our Godstone team about the ground conditions, recent weather and required trench dimensions and we’ll help identify the most appropriate option.
What width trench does a chain trencher produce?
The width depends on the machine and cutting equipment fitted.
Coppard’s Ditch Witch RT24 / RT30 walk-behind trencher is currently listed with a 100mm trench width, while the Kubota KX101-3 endless chain trencher is listed with widths from approximately 100mm to 200mm.
Excavator-mounted trenching buckets provide additional options where a wider trench is required.
Tell our Godstone team the outside diameter of the service or the required finished trench width and we can help identify suitable equipment.
Can I hire a trencher to install garden irrigation?
Yes. A walk-behind trencher can be well suited to creating narrow routes for irrigation pipework across gardens, lawns and suitable landscaped areas.
Using a narrow trench can reduce the amount of ground disturbed and the volume of spoil generated compared with excavating a much wider route.
Before starting, establish the required depth and route and check for buried cables, pipes and other services.
Tell our Godstone team the pipe size, approximate route length and required depth and we can help confirm whether the walk-behind trencher is suitable.
Do I need to backfill and compact the trench after trenching?
Yes. Once the service has been installed and any required inspections completed, the trench will normally need to be backfilled and reinstated in accordance with the project specification.
The appropriate backfill material, layer thickness and compaction method depend on the service, ground conditions and required finished surface rather than one fixed rule for every trench.
A plate compactor may be suitable for granular materials and wider working areas, while a rammer can be useful in narrow trenches or with certain cohesive backfills.
Coppard supplies both from our Godstone depot, so tell our team about the trench and reinstatement requirement and we can help identify suitable compaction equipment.
What should I check before hiring a trencher?
Before hiring a trencher, establish the required trench width and depth, approximate route length, ground conditions and available machine access.
It is also essential to identify underground electricity cables, gas pipes, water services, communications and other buried infrastructure before excavation starts.
National Grid’s How to dig safely guidance recommends obtaining utility plans, locating buried services and clearly marking them before work begins.
Tell Coppard’s Godstone team the proposed trench dimensions, route and site conditions and we can help identify suitable trenching equipment.
Need Trencher Hire in Godstone?
Call 01883 743 322 and speak directly to our Godstone team. Walk-behind, chain and excavator-mounted trenching equipment is available for cable, pipe, drainage and utility projects across Godstone and Surrey, with collection or delivery subject to current availability.
