When a storm or flood hits South East Queensland, restorers, builders and property managers all need drying gear at once. Restoration Warehouse hires commercial dehumidifiers, air movers and HEPA air scrubbers from Acacia Ridge, Brisbane, at daily and weekly rates, and our team can help you put together a setup that suits the job.
Send us your equipment, dates and job location and we’ll confirm availability and rates before the job starts. Call 07 3568 4925 or email sales@restorationwarehouse.com.au.
Drying equipment for hire
All rates include GST, as listed on our hire pages.
| Equipment | What it’s for | Listed features | Daily | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dehumidifier 2.0 | Commercial dehumidification for water damage restoration and building drying | 45L water removal, 3.0 amp draw, stackable, 1–24 hour timer | $99 | $396 |
| Large Commercial Dehumidifier 3.0 | Higher-capacity moisture removal for larger spaces and structural drying | 75L water removal, 4.0 amp draw, foldable handle, 1–24 hour timer | $110 | $440 |
| Centrifugal Air Mover | Focused airflow for carpets, walls, ceilings, floors and cabinetry | 2500 CFM, 3.8 amp draw, 3-speed, built-in carpet clamps, stackable | $33 | $132 |
| Axial Fan | High-volume airflow for hallways, floors and structural drying | 4000 CFM, 0.6 amp draw, 2-speed | $33 | $132 |
| Drytrak Radial Air Mover | Low-profile airflow for floors and structural drying | 2-speed, stackable, daisy chain | $33 | $132 |
| Air Scrubber | Air filtration after floods, and where there’s sewage, mould or bad odours | 650 CFM, 3-stage filtration option, stackable, daisy chain option | $90 | $260 |
| Auto Clean HEPA Vacuum | HEPA vacuuming for restoration clean-up and fine dust | See the item page | $150 | $600 |
| Heated High Pressure Washer | Hot-water cleaning for water, mould and fire restoration and structural cleaning | 70–100 degrees, 4GPM flow rate, large wheels, mobile unit | $120 | $220 |
See the full range, including other cleaning and dust-control gear, on our equipment hire page.
Example drying setups
These are starting points only. The right mix depends on the affected area, materials, moisture conditions and the power on site, so talk to us and we’ll help you size it. The totals below are just the listed rates added together. They aren’t package prices.
Single room or wet carpet
Listed daily rates add up to $198. Listed weekly rates add up to $792.
Larger area or several rooms
Listed daily rates add up to $242. Listed weekly rates add up to $968.
Hallways and open-plan areas
Listed daily rates add up to $176. Listed weekly rates add up to $704.
Low-profile floor drying
Listed daily rates add up to $198. Listed weekly rates add up to $792.
Add-ons for flood clean-up
- Air Scrubber: $90 a day or $260 a week
- Auto Clean HEPA Vacuum: $150 a day or $600 a week
- Heated High Pressure Washer: $120 a day or $220 a week
Running several setups across a complex, a street of claims or a commercial site? Send us the quantities, dates and locations and we’ll quote the job.
Plan your power
Most item pages list an amp draw. Spread your dehumidifiers and air movers across circuits so you don’t overload one, and check the site’s power with the builder or an electrician where needed. Tell us what power you’ve got on site and we can help plan the layout.
Who we hire to
- Restorers who need extra gear when storm and flood work spikes
- Builders drying out structures before reinstatement
- Property, strata and facilities managers who need drying gear on site while trades are booked
- Commercial cleaners working on flood clean-ups
Need consumables as well? We also stock water damage and structural drying supplies, containment and site protection, hygrometers and environmental monitoring and disinfectants and sanitisers. Not sure which dehumidifier you need? Read how to choose a dehumidifier for restoration drying, LGR vs desiccant vs conventional dehumidifiers and carpet dryer vs air mover.
How hire works
- Tell us about the job. Let us know the equipment, dates, job type, location and any delivery needs.
- Confirm the setup. We confirm availability, rates, the hire period and any accessories.
- Collect or arrange delivery. Collect from Acacia Ridge, or we can arrange delivery.
- Use, return or extend. Return the gear as agreed, or let us know early if the job needs more time.
Storm and flood hire FAQ
Do the rates include GST?
Yes. The daily and weekly hire rates shown include GST.
Can you deliver to flood-affected sites?
Delivery options depend on the equipment, destination, timing and freight. Include the job address in your enquiry and we’ll confirm the options with your quote.
How many air movers do I need per dehumidifier?
It depends on the area, materials and moisture conditions. Send us the details and we’ll help you size the setup. The setups above are examples only.
What do I need to make a booking?
We’ll confirm the booking, ID, payment, collection and return requirements during the quote process, so you know what’s needed before the hire starts.
Get a hire quote
Call 07 3568 4925, email sales@restorationwarehouse.com.au or request a hire quote.
Restoration Warehouse, 9a/35 Learoyd Rd, Acacia Ridge QLD 4110