Construction is one of the most seasonal industries in the UK. Demand surges through the warmer months, drops in winter, and varies widely by region and project type. Fleet decisions have to track that — without locking the business into year‑round costs.
Where construction fleet costs go wrong
- Owning vehicles that are idle in winter
- Long leases that don't match project length
- Renting tactically every week without a framework
- Mixing too many small suppliers, none accountable
What project‑based hiring fixes
- Vehicles aligned to project length, not the calendar year
- Predictable monthly cost during the project
- Full maintenance and replacement included
- One supplier, one framework, one invoice
How OptiRent fits construction projects
OptiRent is designed for medium‑term, fully maintained hire. For a six‑month project, an OptiRent fridge truck, tipper or rigid is almost always cheaper, simpler and more reliable than the alternatives.
Where CoreHire adds long‑term value
For the vehicles you use across every project — supervisor pickups, project van, materials lorry — CoreHire locks in the lowest long‑term cost.
Where QuickHire plugs the rest
Same‑day hires for breakdowns, emergencies and short bursts of additional capacity within a project.
Compliance considerations on the way in
- O‑licence requirements above 3.5 tonnes
- DVS permits for London sites
- Tachograph and driver hours management
- Health and safety risk assessments on site
Planning a project‑based fleet? Speak to SVH and we'll structure it around the project.
