Scissor Lifts

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a scissor lift, and what is it used for?

A scissor lift is an aerial work platform that rises straight up on a crisscrossing “X” pattern of supports, giving workers a stable, level platform to complete tasks at height. A scissor lift rental is a popular choice for jobs like pole shed erection, painting, electrical work, HVAC maintenance, and warehouse stocking where straight vertical access is all that’s needed.

Mountain View Equipment Rentals stocks scissor lifts from 19 ft up to 40 ft platform height, including both indoor electric models and outdoor rough terrain units. Whatever the ceiling height or reach you’re working with, we can match your project to the right size scissor lift rental.

Indoor/slab electric scissor lifts are designed for smooth, level indoor surfaces such as warehouse floors and finished slabs, and run quietly with zero emissions, making them ideal for occupied buildings. Rough terrain scissor lifts have a wider base, larger tires, and greater ground clearance for stability on uneven outdoor job sites, gravel, or unfinished construction ground. Our team can help you pick the right type for your site when you book your scissor lift rental.

Scissor lift rental cost depends on the platform height, whether you need an indoor electric or rough terrain model, how long you need it, and where it’s being delivered. Because these factors vary from job to job, Mountain View Equipment Rentals provides a personalized quote for every scissor lift rental rather than a flat rate.

Mountain View Equipment Rentals is based in High River, Alberta, and provides scissor lift rentals throughout High River, Okotoks, Calgary and surrounding areas, Cochrane, and Lethbridge, along with surrounding communities across southern Alberta. Contact us if your job site is outside these areas – we deliver across the province, and into western Canada, including British Columbia and Saskatchewan.

Start with your required platform height, then consider whether you’ll be working indoors on a finished floor or outdoors on rough ground, since that determines whether an electric or rough terrain model is the better fit. Share those details with our team, and we’ll recommend the right unit from our scissor lift rental fleet at a price that matches your budget.

Yes, our rough terrain scissor lifts are built specifically for outdoor use, with a wide base and large tires that provide stability and ground clearance on uneven or unfinished surfaces. Our indoor/slab electric models, by contrast, are intended for smooth, level floors or surfaces rather than rough ground.

Request a quote online through our website or call our High River office directly, and our team will confirm availability, scissor lift rental price, and delivery options for your location in High River, Okotoks, Lethbridge, or beyond. We recommend booking early during busy construction seasons to secure the size of scissor lift you need.

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