Nathan
Absolutely incredible workmanship!!! The crane operator and dogman work in unison the best I have ever seen.
Read full reviewEmergency & 24/7 Crane Hire in Sydney
A tree through a roof, a vehicle that needs lifting, or a site lift that can't wait until Monday. When something heavy has to move now, you need a crane company that answers the phone.
We provide emergency crane hire across Sydney, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We support agencies like police and fire during severe weather, and help builders, businesses and property owners with urgent lifts.
Call 1300 024 454 any time. Tell us what needs lifting and where, and we'll work out whether we can get a suitable crane and operator to you.
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Emergency Lifts We Handle
Some jobs can't wait for a booking slot. Our emergency crane services cover these urgent lifts.
Storm and Severe Weather Damage
We support agencies like police and fire with crane hire when severe weather causes damage.
Fallen and Dangerous Trees
Trees brought down onto homes, cars, fences or roads, lifted clear by crane while your arborist cuts them, especially where ground access is limited.
Car and Truck Lifts
Cars, trucks and other vehicles lifted where a crane is the safest way to move them.
Urgent Site, Machinery & Equipment Lifts
A delivery that's arrived early, a changed program or another booking that's fallen through. We help keep your site moving and lift plant and machinery so your business can get back to work.
After-Hours and Weekend Lifts
Planned lifts that have to happen at night or on weekends, such as road closures and plant shutdowns.
In a Real Emergency, Call 000 First
We're a crane hire company, not an emergency service. If anyone is hurt or in danger, call 000 before you call us.
Who to call first:
01
Life-threatening situations
Call 000 for police, fire or ambulance.
02
Storm or flood damage
Contact the NSW SES on 132 500 for help with damage to your home.
03
Fallen powerlines
Stay well clear and keep others away. Treat every line as live and call 000.
04
Then call us
Once the area is safe, call 1300 024 454. We'll plan the lift with you and any agencies on site.
The Right Crane for Urgent Work
Our fleet ranges from 16 to 130 tonnes rated capacity. In an emergency, the right crane depends on the load, how far it has to reach and how much room there is to set up.
Common options for urgent lifts:
Not sure what you need? Describe the job and we'll recommend a crane, or view our full fleet.
20 Tonne Franna
Pick-and-carry lifts where access, ground conditions and the load chart allow.
Franna crane hireAll-Terrain Cranes
Larger cranes up to 130 tonnes for heavy loads and long reaches.
Heavy lift crane hireUrgent Lifts, Handled Around Your Situation
Whether you're coordinating an incident or dealing with damage to your own property, here's what to expect.
Agencies
Agencies & Site Teams
Support when crews need it
In severe weather and other urgent situations, crews need lifting support that arrives ready to work. We provide a crane and licensed operator who work with the people running the site.
- 24/7 phone support
- Licensed operator on every hire
- Crane matched to the load and access
Property Owners
Builders, Businesses & Property Owners
Help when it can't wait
A tree on your house, a stranded delivery or machinery that's stopped work. We'll talk you through what's possible and what the lift involves.
- Short-notice lifts where availability allows
- Advice on the right crane, even if you've never hired one
- Weekend and after-hours lifts where scheduling allows
What to Tell Us When You Call
The more we know on the first call, the faster we can work out whether a crane can help and which one to send.
- What needs lifting, and its approximate size and weight
- The site address and where a crane could set up
- How far the load is from the street or setup area
- Any hazards, such as powerlines, damaged structures, unstable ground or traffic
- Whether emergency services or other crews are on site
- When the lift needs to happen
- Photos of the site, if it's safe to take them
How an Urgent Call-Out Works
From your first call to the crane on site, here's what happens.
Call us
Ring 1300 024 454 and describe the job.
We assess the lift
We look at the load, reach, access and hazards, using your details and any photos.
Confirm the crane
We confirm which crane suits the job and when it can be there.
Crane on site
The operator sets up and completes the lift, working with you and any crews on site.
How Much Does Emergency Crane Hire Cost?
It depends on the crane needed, time on site, access, setup and anything extra the lift requires, such as traffic management. Every job is different, so call us to talk through the details.
Read our crane hire cost guide →Areas We Service
24/7 Crane Hire Across Sydney
Based in Old Guildford, we provide 24/7 crane hire across Sydney, from the CBD and Eastern Suburbs to Western Sydney, the Hills and the Sutherland Shire.
Eastern Suburbs
- Bondi
- Paddington
- Maroubra
- Bronte
- Watsons Bay
- Bondi Beach
- Coogee
- Randwick
- Vaucluse
- Double Bay
Inner West
- Leichhardt
- Newtown
- Strathfield
- Burwood
- Haberfield
- Summer Hill
- Drummoyne
- Marrickville
- Ashfield
- Balmain
- Petersham
- Dulwich Hill
- Annandale
Northern Suburbs
- Ryde
- Gladesville
- Macquarie Park
- Lane Cove
- Hornsby
- North Turramurra
- Killara
- Mosman
- Cremorne
- Lindfield
- Epping
- Eastwood
- North Sydney
- Willoughby
- Brooklyn
- St Leonards
- Hunters Hill
- Greenwich
- Neutral Bay
Northern Beaches
- Manly
- Brookvale
- Narrabeen
- Avalon Beach
- Curl Curl
- Balgowlah
- Beacon Hill
- Frenchs Forest
- Dee Why
- Mona Vale
- Freshwater
- Palm Beach
- Seaforth
- Allambie Heights
- Belrose, Cromer
- Warriewood
Hills District
- Castle Hill
- Kellyville
- Dural
- Norwest
- Cherrybrook
- Kenthurst
- Beaumont Hills
- The Gables
- North Kellyville
- Baulkham Hills
- Rouse Hill
- Bella Vista
- West Pennant Hills
- Glenhaven
- Annangrove
- Box Hill
- Glenorie
North Shore
- Chatswood
- Lane Cove
- Hornsby
- Neutral Bay
- Wollstonecraft
- Kirribilli, St Leonards
- Northbridge
- Lindfield
- Gordon
- Mosman
- Wahroonga
- St Ives
- Crows Nest
- Lavender Bay
- Artarmon
- Roseville
- Killara
Western Suburbs
- Parramatta
- Penrith
- Lidcombe
- Merrylands
- Mount Druitt
- Wentworthville
- Schofields
- Smithfield
- Blacktown
- Auburn
- Cabramatta
- Fairfield
- Rooty Hill
- Glenmore Park
- Richmond
- Wetherill Park
South West
Sutherland Shire
- Cronulla
- Caringbah
- Engadine
- Sutherland
- Sylvania
- Kurnell
- Como
- Woronora
- Miranda
- Menai
- Gymea
- Kirrawee
- Taren Point
- Bundeena
- Illawong
- Heathcote
Sydney City
- CBD
- Ultimo
- Redfern
- Barangaroo
- Camperdown
- Darlinghurst
- Dawes Point
- Erskineville
- Forest Lodge
- Haymarket
- Pyrmont
- Surry Hills
- Alexandria
- Beaconsfield
- Chippendale
- Darlington
- Elizabeth Bay
- Eveleigh
- Glebe
- Millers Point
Lower Blue Mountains
- Glenbrook
- Blaxland
- Mount Riverview
- Warrimoo
- Sun Valley
- Winmalee
- Faulconbridge
- Woodford
- Springwood
- Lapstone
- East Blaxland
- Valley Heights
- Hawkesbury Heights
- Yellow Rock
- Linden
- Hazelbrook
Macarthur Region
- Camden
- Oran Park
- Campbelltown
- Macquarie Fields
- Minto
- Rosemeadow
- Gregory Hills
- Leppington
- Tahmoor
- Narellan
- Mount Annan
- Leumeah
- Ingleburn
- Raby
- St Helens Park
- Harrington Park
- Picton
Canterbury-Bankstown
- Earlwood
- Revesby
- Bankstown
- Canterbury
- Belmore
- Padstow
- Yagoona
- Bass Hill
- East Hills
- Punchbowl
- Greenacre
- Campsie
- Lakemba
- Roselands
- Panania
- Wiley Park
- Georges Hall
St George Area
- Hurstville
- Rockdale
- Allawah
- Banksia
- Beverley Park
- Mortdale
- Peakhurst
- Ramsgate
- Kogarah
- Blakehurst
- Arncliffe
- Bexley
- Brighton-Le-Sands
- Oatley
- Penshurst
- Sans Souci
Frequently Asked Questions
1
Do you really answer the phone 24/7?
Yes. Call 1300 024 454 any time, day or night, including weekends.
2
How quickly can you get a crane to me?
It depends on your location, the crane needed and what's already booked. Call as early as possible and we'll give you a clear answer on availability.
3
Do you work with emergency services?
Yes. We support agencies like police and fire during severe weather events.
4
Can you remove a tree that has fallen on my house?
In many cases, yes. A crane can lift sections of a fallen tree clear as your arborist cuts them, which helps avoid further damage. If the tree has damaged your home, contact the SES on 132 500 first.
5
What if powerlines are involved?
Stay clear and call 000. Fallen or damaged lines must be made safe before any lifting can start.
6
Is an operator included?
Yes. Every crane hire includes a licensed, experienced operator.
7
How much does emergency crane hire cost?
It depends on the crane, time on site, access and setup. Call us to discuss the job, or read our crane hire cost guide.
8
Can I book after-hours crane hire in advance?
Yes. Where scheduling allows, we can plan lifts at night or on weekends for road closures, shutdowns and other out-of-hours work.
NEED A CRANE NOW?
Call us any time, day or night
Tell us what needs lifting and where. We'll work out whether we can help and which crane to send.
24/7 phone support
Storm damage, fallen trees and urgent site lifts
Licensed operators on every hire
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