Crane rental quotes in the Rio Grande Valley
Need a hydraulic crane, boom truck or rigging crew in McAllen, Edinburg, Pharr, Mission, Weslaco, Harlingen or Brownsville? Send one short request and get called back by independent local crane companies. Free for you, in English or Spanish.
- 15–100+ ton cranes
- Boom trucks
- Rigging
- English & Español
Independent referral service. Border Quotes is not a contractor and does not own equipment or employ crews. We connect you with independent local companies, who quote and do the work directly. This is lifting, not towing.
The right crane depends on three things: the weight of the load, the radius (horizontal distance from the crane to where the load goes) and the height. Rated tonnage is only reached very close to the crane, so a bigger crane is often needed for long reaches even when the load is light. Tell us what you are lifting and where, and the crane company will pick the right machine from its load charts.
Crane types and sizes
80–100+ ton hydraulic crane
Long reach and heavy picks for industrial and large commercial jobs.
Details →Hydraulic truck crane (“grúa titán”)
What Spanish speakers on the border call a “grúa titán” — and how it differs from a tow truck.
Details →Common crane jobs
Residential: trees, pools & containers
Palm trees, fiberglass pools, hot tubs, containers and tiny homes.
Details →Cities we cover
Crane rental in McAllen, TX
Rooftop HVAC change-outs on 1–3 story commercial buildings · Pylon and monument sign installation
See city →Crane rental in Edinburg, TX
Steel erection for new commercial and metal buildings · Roof trusses and pre-cast panels
See city →Crane rental in Pharr, TX
Setting refrigeration condensers and compressors on roofs · Machinery moving and rigging inside warehouses
See city →Crane rental in Mission, TX
Palm tree planting and removal over houses · Fiberglass pool shells and spas over fences
See city →Crane rental in Weslaco, TX
Agricultural, irrigation and packing-shed equipment · Pre-engineered metal building frames
See city →Crane rental in Harlingen, TX
Rooftop HVAC on medical and office buildings · Industrial machinery setting and rigging
See city →Crane rental in Brownsville, TX
Heavy industrial lifts and rigging at the port · Steel erection for industrial buildings
See city →How much does crane rental cost in the Rio Grande Valley?
Public Texas rate sheets list a 40-ton hydraulic crane with operator at about $198–$205 per hour with a 3–4 hour minimum, and a 100-ton at about $316–$355 per hour with a 4-hour minimum, plus travel, permits and extra crew. A small residential lift is often a few hundred dollars; a heavy industrial pick can be several thousand.
How it works
- Tell us about the lift. What, how heavy, how high, where and when — in English or Spanish.
- We match you. Your request goes to up to 3 independent crane companies that serve your city and have a suitable crane.
- Compare and book directly. The companies call or WhatsApp you with availability and price. You choose; there is no obligation and no fee for you.
Frequently asked questions
Are you a crane company?
No. Border Quotes is an independent referral service. We don't own or operate cranes. We pass your request to independent crane companies that serve your area, and they quote and perform the work directly with you.
How much does it cost to use this service?
Requesting quotes is free for customers, with no obligation. Crane companies may pay us a referral or advertising fee; that never changes the price they quote you, and you are free to accept or decline any quote.
How much does crane rental cost in the Rio Grande Valley?
It depends on crane size, hours, travel, permits and crew. Public Texas rate sheets show roughly $125–$187/hr for 15–30 ton cranes, about $198–$250/hr for 40–60 ton, and about $282–$355/hr for 80–100 ton, each with a 1–4 hour minimum plus travel. See our pricing guide for sources. Those are examples, not quotes.
What information do I need for a quote?
The load (what it is and approximate weight), how high and how far it has to go from where the crane can park, the city, the date, and anything that affects setup like power lines, soft ground or tight access. Photos help a lot.
How fast will someone contact me?
We forward requests as soon as we receive them. Response times depend on the crane company's schedule; urgent same-day jobs are best handled by calling or sending a WhatsApp message.
Do the crane companies have certified operators and insurance?
We ask companies we work with to confirm they carry insurance and use certified or qualified operators as OSHA requires for construction work, but we cannot guarantee it. Always ask for a certificate of insurance and operator certification (for example NCCCO) before the job.
Is this a tow truck service?
No. We only help with lifting cranes: hydraulic truck cranes (grúa titán), boom trucks and rigging. We don't do towing or roadside assistance.
Which areas do you cover?
The Rio Grande Valley of Texas: McAllen, Edinburg, Pharr, Mission, Weslaco, Harlingen, Brownsville and nearby communities in Hidalgo and Cameron counties.
Can I request in Spanish?
Yes. You can use the Spanish site or the Spanish form. Many crane companies in the Valley speak Spanish.
Who do you share my information with?
Only with up to a few independent crane companies that may be able to do your job, and service providers we use to run the site. Read the privacy policy for details.