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Rental Policies and Procedures
Care of Equipment:
All rentals are made with the understanding that normal wear and tear is included in the rent.
However, any damage from misuse, or improper care will be charged for.
Cleaning of Equipment:
Our rental rate structure anticipates all equipment being returned clean or additional charges
will be made.
Credit:
With proper application and approval, a credit account may be arranged. Terms are net 30 days from
invoice date. Interest will be charged on all delinquent accounts at a periodic rate of 1 1/2%
per month which is 18% per annum. Any complaints must be registered with in 10 days of receipt
of the invoice. Please email or call us for a credit application.
Delivery Charge:
Our delivery charges are based on the distance from our store to the delivery address. Minimum delivery is
$35.00. The rental deposit is required upon delivery. Please email or call us for a delivery quote.
Deposits:
Deposits are required for any item rented unless credit has been established in advance. Deposit
can be an approved credit card (Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express) or an open check (with
Telecheck approval). Cash deposits are only accepted on certain rental items.
Equipment Protection Plan:
As an added service we offer an Equipment Protection Plan. This covers the rental equipment
against Accidental Damage. It is an additional percentage of the gross rental. This does not
cover misuse, loss of any kind, tire damage, theft, or neglect. Bunce Rental retains the right
to refuse equipment protection plan coverage. The Equipment Protection Plan is not insurance.
Fuels and Merchandise:
All fuels (gas, diesel, propane, kerosene) and merchandise are available at an additional charge.
Identification:
Bunce Rental requires identification on all rentals as follows:
1. Valid Washington state driver's license.
2. Year, make and license of renter's vehicle.
3. Military ID or Washington state ID card
Insurance:
Proof of insurance may be required on specific items to be rented.
Inventory:
All locations may not have all rental items in stock. Most can be transferred to the nearest
location for your convenience with and advance reservation and deposit.
Past Due:
Rented equipment is considered past due if not returned by the due date and time listed on
the rental contract.
Prices:
Please email or call the closest location for current rental prices. All prices are subject
to change without notice.
Rental Day:
A rental day is 24 hours, except on heavy equipment. Equipment is charged for time out,
not time used. Overtime will be charged at the National Rate of one-sixth the daily rate per
each hour overtime unless otherwise instructed. Heavy equipment allows 8 hours maximum meter
time per 24 hour day or 40 hours maximum per week is allowed. Over these limits will be
prorated.
Reservations:
It is always a good idea to reserve the rental item in advance. All reservations will be
held for 30 minutes. Some reservations require a deposit. Some seasonal items may only be
available to reserve at the store's opening time.
Towable Equipment:
Our insurance carrier establishes our minimum towing requirements for our rental trailers
and equipment. Based upon information provided by insurance sources indicating a high
correlation in accidents/claims involving short wheelbase tow vehicles and tandem axle
trailers Bunce Rental, Inc. must use the following guidelines:
Tandem axle trailers, including tow dollies, require a tow vehicle with a
minimum wheel base of 133 inches. The wheelbase measurement being made
between the front and rear axle centers. This will also apply to towed
equipment and trailers with a gross vehicle weight (GVW) in excess of 2000
lbs. In addition some larger/heavier trailers will require a 3/4 ton or
larger chassis.
The 8'x20' equipment trailers, concrete trailers (single & double axle) with
more than 1/2 cu. yd., the 1845 Case Loader, and "Super" tow dollies require
a minimum 3/4 ton, full size, domestic pick-up truck with a 133 inch minimum
wheel base. Notable exceptions to this are the Ford Excursion and 3/4 ton
Chevrolet Suburbans meeting the minimum wheelbase requirements.
Hitch Requirements:
An adequate hitch is also necessary. For tandem axle trailers, all trailers
and towed equipment greater than 3500 lb. GVWR, a minimum, class 3, receiver
type hitch is required. Except, where a "factory" mounted step bumper,
having the proper ball, has a rating beyond the requirement, and is of the
proper height (15 to 18 in.). A hitch or bumper (factory mfg.) is rated to
its' capacity, not that of the vehicle, which may be less. A single piece,
solid, machined ball, with proper shank diameter must be used. Bushings to
increase the shank size should not be used.
Bunce Rental, Inc. reserves the right to decline the use of any vehicle we feel may not be appropriate.
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