Mini Excavator rental in San Diego, CA

Mini (compact) excavators dig trenches, footings, ponds and utility lines, and remove stumps, in spaces too tight for a full-size excavator. Below are 17 equipment rental businesss in San Diego to call about mini excavator availability.

We have not yet confirmed which of these yards stock a mini excavator. Call ahead. Rental yards can claim their listing to confirm their machines.

Ocean Beach Equipment Rentals Unverified
2186 Bacon Street
San Diego, CA 92107
📞 +1-619-224-2977
Website for Ocean Beach Equipment Rentals (opens in new tab)

Source: OpenStreetMap (w1032443559), match=tag+name. Is this yours? Claim it free

Compact Power Equipment Rental Unverified
355 Marketplace Ave
San Diego, CA 92113
📞 8882667228
Website for Compact Power Equipment Rental (opens in new tab)

Source: Overture Maps Places 2026-10-21 (Microsoft). Is this yours? Claim it free

Bj's Rentals Unverified
7585 Mission Gorge Rd
San Diego, CA 92120
📞 +16192650690
Website for Bj's Rentals (opens in new tab)

Source: Overture Maps Places 2026-10-21 (BrightQuery) + Overture Maps Places 2026-10-21. Is this yours? Claim it free

Aztec Rental Inc Unverified
6602 University Ave
San Diego, CA 92115
📞 16199974649
Website for Aztec Rental Inc (opens in new tab)

Source: Overture Maps Places 2026-10-21 (BrightQuery). Is this yours? Claim it free

Advanced Test Equipment Corporation Unverified
10401 Roselle St
San Diego, CA 92121
📞 18004042832
Website for Advanced Test Equipment Corporation (opens in new tab)

Source: Overture Maps Places 2026-10-21 (BrightQuery) + Overture Maps Places 2026-10-21. Is this yours? Claim it free

Eco-Rental Solutions Unverified
7340 Trade St
San Diego, CA 92121
📞 6196554662
Website for Eco-Rental Solutions (opens in new tab)

Source: Overture Maps Places 2026-10-21 (BrightQuery+Microsoft). Is this yours? Claim it free

Clairemont Equipment Rentals Unverified
4726 Convoy St
San Diego, CA 92111
📞 18582788338
Website for Clairemont Equipment Rentals (opens in new tab)

Source: Overture Maps Places 2026-10-21 (BrightQuery) + Overture Maps Places 2026-10-21. Is this yours? Claim it free

Mac Rentals, Inc. Unverified
8829 Complex Dr
San Diego, CA 92123
📞 18584548535
Website for Mac Rentals, Inc. (opens in new tab)

Source: Overture Maps Places 2026-10-21 (BrightQuery). Is this yours? Claim it free

United Rentals Unverified Chain
5580 Kearny Villa Road
San Diego, CA 92123
📞 +1-858-565-7122
Website for United Rentals (opens in new tab)

Source: OpenStreetMap (w31800442), match=tag + Overture Maps Places 2026-10-21. Is this yours? Claim it free

Sunbelt Rentals Unverified Chain
3959 Pacific Highway
San Diego, CA 92110
📞 +1-619-299-4300
Website for Sunbelt Rentals (opens in new tab)

Source: OpenStreetMap (w31801457), match=tag+name + Overture Maps Places 2026-10-21. Is this yours? Claim it free

United Rentals Unverified Chain
6144 Federal Boulevard
San Diego, CA 92114
📞 +1-619-210-2850
Website for United Rentals (opens in new tab)

Source: OpenStreetMap (w31807189), match=tag + Overture Maps Places 2026-10-21. Is this yours? Claim it free

Sunbelt Rentals Unverified Chain
3860 Sherman St
San Diego, CA 92110
📞 +16192989846
Website for Sunbelt Rentals (opens in new tab)

Source: Overture Maps Places 2026-10-21 (meta). Is this yours? Claim it free

United Rentals Unverified Chain
5725 Eastgate Dr
San Diego, CA 92121
📞 +16199388242
Website for United Rentals (opens in new tab)

Source: Overture Maps Places 2026-10-21 (meta). Is this yours? Claim it free

H&E Equipment Services Unverified Chain
6006 Miramar Rd
San Diego, CA 92121
📞 6199381966
Website for H&E Equipment Services (opens in new tab)

Source: Overture Maps Places 2026-10-21 (Microsoft) + Overture Maps Places 2026-10-21. Is this yours? Claim it free

Herc Rentals Unverified Chain
8014 Miramar Rd
San Diego, CA 92126
📞 +18585665500
Website for Herc Rentals (opens in new tab)

Source: Overture Maps Places 2026-10-21 (meta). Is this yours? Claim it free

Herc Rentals Unverified Chain
8530 Avenida Costa Norte
San Diego, CA 92154
📞 6196711020

Source: Overture Maps Places 2026-10-21 (Microsoft). Is this yours? Claim it free

Herc Rentals Unverified Chain
1596 Radar Rd
San Diego, CA 92154
📞 6196711020

Source: Overture Maps Places 2026-10-21 (Microsoft). Is this yours? Claim it free

What to ask before renting a mini excavator in San Diego

Operating weight and dig depth of the available models?
Rubber or steel tracks, and is a thumb or extra bucket width available?
Is a trailer included, and what tow vehicle/hitch is required?
Have you called 811 to have underground utilities marked before digging?

Helpful guides

Other equipment rental in San Diego

Mini Excavator rental near San Diego

Mini Excavator rental guide and top cities →

Frequently asked questions

Which yards in San Diego rent a mini excavator?

We list 17 equipment rental businesss in San Diego, CA but have not yet confirmed which stock a mini excavator. Call ahead, or rental yards can claim their listing to confirm their fleet.

What is a mini excavator used for?

Mini (compact) excavators dig trenches, footings, ponds and utility lines, and remove stumps, in spaces too tight for a full-size excavator.

What should I ask before renting a mini excavator?

Operating weight and dig depth of the available models?

Do I need my own insurance to rent a mini excavator?

Requirements vary by yard. Many offer an optional damage waiver and some ask business customers for a certificate of insurance. Ask the yard and your insurer before you rent.

Request a quote in San Diego

Your request goes to the site owner, who shares it with rental yards in your area.

Own a rental yard here?

Claim your listing to confirm your details and machines, or see featured placement options.

Is your business missing? Add it for free.