How to List your Equipment

1. Choose Your Equipment Category

Select the category that best matches the equipment you are listing.

Choosing the correct category helps your equipment:

• Appear in the right search results
• Reach hirers looking for that type of equipment
• Be easier to find when browsing
• Improve search and filtering
• Reduce confusion for hirers

Choose the category based on the equipment's main purpose.

2. Choose Your Equipment Sub-Category

Select the most relevant sub-category for your equipment.

Where applicable, more than one sub-category can be selected if the equipment reasonably fits within multiple uses or equipment types.

Selecting relevant sub-categories can help your listing appear in more appropriate searches, but only select categories that genuinely relate to the equipment.

3. Equipment Title

Create a simple, descriptive title that immediately tells hirers what equipment you are offering.

Where possible, include important details such as:

• Equipment type
• Model
• Size
• Capacity
• Key feature

Example:

Makita 255mm Sliding Compound Mitre Saw

Avoid vague titles such as Power Tool for Hire or Great Saw.

4. Equipment Brand

Select or enter the correct manufacturer or brand of your equipment.

Providing the brand can help hirers identify the equipment and may help them research specifications, operating instructions or compatibility before making a booking.

5. Security Deposit

If required set an appropriate Security Deposit for the equipment. Security deposits that may discourage bookings.

The security deposit should reflect factors such as:

• Equipment value
• Replacement cost
• Type of equipment
• Risk of loss or damage
• Accessories supplied with the equipment

The security deposit should not be treated as additional hire income. It is intended to provide additional protection during the hire.

6. Equipment Powered By

Select how the equipment is powered.

Depending on the equipment, this may include options such as:

• Battery
• Power Cord
• Petrol
• Diesel
• Manual

Selecting the correct power source helps hirers determine whether the equipment is suitable for where and how they intend to use it.

Where relevant, explain whether batteries, chargers, fuel or other required items are included.

7. Age of Equipment

Provide an accurate indication of the equipment's age.

This helps hirers understand what they are hiring and contributes to a transparent listing.

Equipment does not need to be new to be listed, but it should be:

• No more than 5 years old
• Safe to operate
• Properly maintained
• In suitable working condition
• Accurately represented in the listing and photos

Normal cosmetic wear should be visible or explained where appropriate.

8. Booking Requirements

Use the Booking Requirements section to explain anything the hirer needs to know or provide before collecting or using the equipment.

Examples may include:

• Suitable vehicle required for collection
• Trailer or ute required
• Two people required for lifting
• Appropriate tie-downs required
• PPE requirements
• Relevant licence or qualification where required
• Minimum age requirements where applicable
• Prior operating experience
• Specific pickup or return requirements

Keep requirements reasonable, relevant and clearly explained so hirers know what is expected before booking.

9. Hire Rates

Set competitive hire rates based on the value, type and expected demand for your equipment.

Local Hire Marketplace allows Owners to establish different rates depending on the length of the hire.

Short Term — 1 to 3 Days

Short-term rates apply to hires between 1 and 3 days.

These bookings will generally have the highest daily rate because they provide maximum flexibility for hirers needing equipment for a quick job or weekend project.

Medium Term — 4 to 7 Days

Medium-term rates apply to hires between 4 and 7 days.

Consider providing a lower daily rate than your short-term price to encourage hirers to keep the equipment for longer.

Long Term — 7 to 13 Days

Long-term rates apply to extended hires between 7 and 13 days.

A discounted daily rate can make longer bookings more attractive while providing the Owner with a longer continuous hire period.

Marathon Term — 14 Days or More

Marathon-term rates apply to hires of 14 days or longer.

These bookings may suit renovation projects, construction work, events or other projects where equipment is required for an extended period.

Consider offering your best daily rate for Marathon-term bookings while still allowing for:

• Equipment value
• Wear and tear
• Servicing
• Consumables
• Reduced availability for other hirers

Your pricing should remain commercially reasonable and worthwhile for you as the Owner.

10. Equipment Photos

Quality photos are one of the most important parts of an effective listing.

Use clear, recent photos of the actual equipment being offered for hire.

Where possible, include:

• Front view
• Rear view
• Side views
• Controls or operating area
• Accessories
• Attachments
• Model or identification information
• Any existing cosmetic damage or wear

Take photos in good lighting and keep the background reasonably clear.

Avoid relying solely on manufacturer or stock images, as hirers should be able to see the actual condition of the equipment they will receive.

11. Consumable Usage

Consider whether your equipment uses consumable or replaceable items during normal operation.

Examples may include:

• Saw blades
• Cutting discs
• Grinding discs
• Drill bits
• Sanding sheets
• Fuel
• Gas
• Cleaning chemicals
• Welding consumables
• Batteries or other replaceable items

Clearly explain what consumables are included with the hire and whether the hirer is expected to supply or replace anything they use.

When setting your hire rate, consider the reasonable cost of normal consumable usage and replacement.

This helps prevent disagreements about whether normal consumable use is included in the hire price.

12. Owner's Additional Terms & Conditions

Owners can use this section to include additional conditions that are specific to their equipment or hire arrangement.

Examples may include:

• Equipment must be returned clean
• Equipment must be returned with a full tank of fuel
• Battery equipment must be returned with supplied batteries and chargers
• Equipment must not be used for particular applications
• Maximum operating limits
• Equipment must not be taken off-road
• Equipment must not be sub-hired or provided to another person
• Specific collection or return arrangements

Additional Terms & Conditions should be:

• Clear
• Reasonable
• Relevant to the equipment
• Visible to the hirer before booking
• Consistent with Local Hire Marketplace's platform Terms & Conditions

Do not use additional terms to contradict or override Local Hire Marketplace policies.

Before Publishing Your Listing

Check that:

• The listing title clearly identifies the equipment.
• Photos show the actual equipment and its condition.
• The description is accurate.
• Specifications are correct.
• Included accessories are listed.
• The hire price is appropriate.
• Pickup and transport requirements are explained.
• Any specific hirer requirements are included.
• The equipment is safe, maintained and ready to hire.
• Your availability is up to date.

A Better Listing Creates a Better Hire Experience

An effective equipment listing gives hirers the information they need to make an informed decision before booking.

Accurate information, competitive hire rates, quality photos and clear expectations can help generate more suitable bookings, reduce misunderstandings and build trust between Owners and Hirers on Local Hire Marketplace.

Take the time to create a complete listing — the easier it is for hirers to understand your equipment, the easier it is for them to book it.