Straight answers to the questions we hear most. Don’t see yours? Call 303-761-2666 — you’ll talk to the person who runs the crane, not a call center.
How much does a crane lift cost?
We charge straight hourly rates with a one-hour minimum, plus travel time depending on where the job is. Call 303-761-2666 with the weight, the height, and how far in from where the truck can park, and we’ll quote it while you’re on the phone.
How far in advance do I need to book?
Call as early as you can. In the summer we’re typically booked at least a week out, so plan ahead. In the slower seasons — fall, winter, and spring — a few days’ notice is usually enough. If you have an emergency, call anyway; if we can fit you in, we will.
What area do you serve?
We’re based in Englewood, Colorado and serve the Denver metro and the Front Range. If you’re not sure whether we cover your area, call and ask.
Who does the rigging?
You do. We provide the boom truck, a professional operator, and the rigging equipment — slings, straps, and shackles suited to your load. Your crew places the rigging and connects the unit; the operator’s job is operating the crane. See Preparing for Your Lift for details.
How do I know what size crane I need?
That’s our job. Tell us the weight, the lift height, and the distance from where the truck can park to where the load lands — we check the load chart while you’re on the phone and tell you straight whether it’s a safe lift and which truck it takes.
How much room does the crane need?
The boom truck needs firm, level ground and room to extend its outriggers. When you call, tell us about tight access, soft ground, steep driveways, or anything overhead, and we’ll figure out where the truck can set up.
What about power lines?
Tell us about any power lines near the lift when you call — every time. Power lines are the most serious hazard on a crane job, and knowing about them up front is how we plan a safe lift (or tell you the lift needs the utility involved first).
What do I need to have ready before the crane arrives?
The unit fully disconnected and unbolted, the area around the truck’s setup spot clear, and your crew on site to rig and receive the load. Lifts are billed hourly, so being ready when we roll up saves you money. Full checklist: Preparing for Your Lift.
How long does a typical lift take?
Most single-unit lifts — an RTU or condenser onto a roof, a swamp cooler swap — are done within the one-hour minimum once we’re set up, if the unit is ready and your crew is on site.
What happens if the weather is bad?
High wind, lightning, or ice can make a lift unsafe, and the operator makes that call on site. If weather scrubs the lift, we’ll reschedule you as soon as we can.
Are you insured?
Yes — we’re fully insured. If you have questions about coverage for your specific job, give us a call.
How do I pay?
We’ll go over payment when we book your lift — call 303-761-2666 and we’ll get you squared away.
Still have a question?
📞 303-761-2666 (303-761-BOOM)