Hire
Delivering the highest standards in survey equipment hire through choice, reliability and customer support.
Hire info
At KOREC, our goal is simple: to make hiring survey equipment seamless and stress-free. Whether you need a short-term solution or a longer-term hire, our extensive range of surveying, construction and mapping equipment offers choice and reliability all backed up by top level customer support.
- Rigorous quality assurance: All hire equipment undergoes strict maintenance and calibration to BSI-regulated standards in KOREC’s Trimble Certified workshops.
- Flexible hire options: Our flexible packages make KOREC Hire ideal for one-off jobs, complete projects or even testing new technology before committing.
- Access to the latest technology: We offer an extensive range from the basics to premium equipment including the Trimble’s X Series 3D Laser Scanners and the R980 GNSS receiver.
- Expert technical support: The hire team works alongside our technical support team to offer hands-on guidance to help you choose the right tools for your specific job and get started in the field.
- Customer centric service: We never say no to a hire and our team is renowned for going the extra mile. Need equipment delivered to a remote site? Facing a tight deadline? We offer next-day delivery – we’ll even deliver your equipment ourselves if it means you get the service you need.
- Take a break on us: We always say thank you with a KitKat in our hire kit!
Why hiring is a great option
It’s cost-effective
With KOREC as your service partner, you can access industry-leading surveying equipment without a hefty purchase cost. Only pay when you need it.
It helps you balance your project costs
Lower cost-per-piece of equipment helps your budget stretch further. It gives you the freedom to get all the right geospatial equipment you need, ensuring your project goes as quickly and easily as possible.
It’s convenient
There’s no need to worry about storing expensive equipment safely or securely for long periods. Contact us when you’re finished and we’ll whisk the instrument away for storage.
It’s quick
All our hired surveying equipment comes fully calibrated by our technical support engineers. Every instrument is ready to use from the moment it’s delivered to you.
You’re fully supported
With our equipment for hire, you’ll never be left scrabbling for answers. From the extensive resources in our Knowledge Base to the experts in our customer service team, you’ll have full technical support and troubleshooting whenever you need it.
What does the equipment hire process look like?
Discovery
Typically, the first thing we’d do is find out exactly which equipment is going to serve your needs best. If you aren’t quite sure, don’t worry! Our dedicated hire service staff are always ready to offer guidance and advice, on everything from total station hire to GNSS system or laser scanner rental.
Product Check
We have a fleet of prepped equipment ready to go. Once you decide which products you want to hire, whether it’s a total station, laser scanner, or GNSS system, there will be a final thorough check and then it's on its way.
Delivery
Unless a specific delivery date is agreed, we aim to send out all equipment within 24 hours. Where possible we use our own national and local based delivery drivers.
Having this autonomy also means we may be able to accommodate same-day requests if logistics allow. You’re also more than welcome to collect from our locations if you’d prefer.
How long can I hire survey equipment for?
There’s no time limit on how long a piece of equipment can be hired for. All our equipment is hired out on a weekly rate, with the exception of some highly specialised items which can be hired on a day rate.
During this time, we’re always on hand to offer support and advice so you can rest assured you’ll always be able to contact us when needed.
Returning your hire equipment
Once your work is done, all you have to do is give us a call and tell us you’d like to return your equipment. We will then start the off-hire process. We can either arrange a collection, or you’re welcome to return the equipment to us yourself.
Once the equipment is back in our workshop, we’ll do the post-hire check to ensure everything is as it should be. If there are any issues, such as a missing cable or antenna, we’ll let you know. We typically give 10 days for any problems to be rectified or for missing items to be returned.
We work to a 28-day invoicing period for all of our equipment hires. Once everything is checked and any issues are sorted, a final bill will then be issued.
If you’re looking for something that isn’t shown on our site, please don’t hesitate to call us and we will do our best to help you.
Product spotlight
Trimble X9
The Trimble X9 sets a new standard in 3D laser scanning, offering on-site registration, automatic calibration, and high-speed data capture – all at survey-grade accuracy.
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Trimble R980
The R980 is the gold standard of GNSS, with unbeaten accuracy and speed. Get the job done quicker with up to 30% productivity. Now available in our hire fleet.
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Trimble SX12
Working smarter has never been easier. Save both time and money with a combined scanner and total station – delivering high accuracy and surgical precision.
case studies
Delivering spatial understanding for all
10/20/25Growing a business through clarity: How Image Surveys used Soarvo, a cloud-based 3D geospatial platform, to make 3D drone data interactive and easy to share for all of an events management team.
New KOREC case study: When context is everything
06/12/25How GeoDrone Survey helped a landowner pinpoint the exact proximity of an underground bunker to the Norfolk coastline thanks to Soarvo, a powerful cloud-based platform for managing and visualising geospatial data.
New KOREC case study: Exeter underground – surveying the city’s hidden history
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New KOREC case study: Mission Impossible?
04/07/25A project no builder dared to take on… a relentless problem-solving mindset… and the smart use of Trimble technology. Discover how Stephen Napper, Director of MMC Engineer, found the most cost-effective way to deliver a brand-new apartment in a tight, enclosed courtyard with almost no access.
New KOREC case study: After the spray paint fades….
03/31/25How the smart application of Trimble’s AR SiteVision technology has enabled Castle Keep Surveys to provide their client with an innovative solution for identifying underground utility assets—long after the completion of a PAS128 Underground Utility Survey.
New KOREC case study: Complexity to Clarity
03/03/25How Glanville Consultants used a Trimble X9 Laser Scanner and Perspective software to tackle an expanding brief on a 10-year, campus project in the east of Oxford.
New KOREC case study: Easy to use, quick to learn
02/13/25A recent project for Scottish Water showcases the success of Edwards Diving Services' in-house survey team. Their choice of three core Trimble instruments, supplied by KOREC, highlights the importance of user-friendly survey technology for specialist businesses managing a range of measurement requirements.
New KOREC case study: The Power of Three
01/09/25The strategic planning of the A30 Costain/Jacobs JV survey portfolio utilised a focused Trimble hire fleet and the acquisition of three core instruments—Trimble SiteVision, an R12i GNSS, and an SX10 Scanning Total Station
New KOREC case study: Elevating customer satisfaction
10/23/24Centred around the Trimble X9 3D Laser Scanner, a strong workflow, which is constantly growing and evolving, has enabled South West Surveys to build a highly satisfied customer base.
New KOREC case study: “The Trimble X9 is life changing”
10/21/24How a small inheritance, a smart business plan, and one unbeatable piece of survey equipment transformed 23 year old architectural assistant, Will Turner, into the successful founder of ScanPlan, a thriving measured building survey company.
Used - great deals surveying, construction and mapping equipment
Get great deals on used Trimble hardware. As one of Europe’s largest Trimble dealers, you can be confident that you’re buying used equipment from a trusted, reputable source. All used equipment has been thoroughly tested by our Trimble-accredited workshops.
