How to choose a construction vacuum to rent
Start from what you need to pick up, not from the machine. This guide matches the job to one of five vacuum types.
Match the job to the vacuum
| If you need to pick up | Rent | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Water, mud, slurry, general debris | Wet/dry shop vacuum | Handles liquids and dry material in one tank. |
| Drywall, sanding or concrete dust | HEPA dust extractor | Filters fine dust and connects to tools. |
| Dry dirt on stairs or in tight rooms | Backpack vacuum | Light, mobile and hands-free. |
| Dirt ground into carpet | Carpet extractor | Washes and extracts carpet. |
| Debris on a large floor or yard | Floor sweeper | Covers big areas quickly. |
Four questions to ask
Wet or dry?
If there is any liquid, you need a wet/dry vacuum. A HEPA dust extractor is for dry dust.
How fine is the dust?
Visible debris is shop vac work. Fine dust from sanding, grinding or cutting needs HEPA filtration.
How big is the area?
A large flat floor suits a sweeper. Stairs and tight rooms suit a backpack vacuum.
Is it connected to a tool?
Tell us the tool. Dust extractors connect by hose to grinders, saws and sanders.
Still not sure?
Describe the job in the quote form and choose "Not sure: help me choose". We will recommend a machine in the reply.
Tell us what you need
We reply by email with a quote.