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Professional Equipment Rental Solutions for Every Project

1st Rental and Sales has served the Janesville area and Northern Illinois since 2013, bringing over four decades of combined industry experience to every rental. Located in Rockford, IL, our family-owned business maintains an extensive inventory of equipment designed to support projects of all sizes and complexities.

Need equipment delivered directly to your site or prefer to handle pickup yourself? We provide flexible solutions tailored to your schedule. As an authorized scissor lift dealer, we offer reliable machinery backed by manufacturer support and our commitment to quality service with free quotes available. Contact us today.

Why Choose Us

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Seniors and Military Get 10% Off

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We Deliver

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Over 40 Years of Experience

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1st Rental and Sales

Concrete, Demolition & Site Prep

Our concrete and demolition equipment handles foundation work, surface preparation, and site clearing with professional-grade machinery built for demanding applications.

Heavy Equipment & Earthmoving

Access excavators, bulldozers, and grading equipment designed for large-scale earthmoving projects that require power and precision for efficient land development.

Landscaping & Outdoor

Maintain outdoor spaces with our landscaping equipment selection, including trimmers, tillers, and specialized tools for both commercial and residential property maintenance.

Lifting & Access

Our lifting solutions include scissor lifts, boom lifts, and aerial platforms that provide safe access to elevated work areas for construction and maintenance.

Material Handling & Moving Equipment

Move and position materials efficiently with forklifts, pallet jacks, and specialized moving equipment designed to streamline your workflow and reduce manual labor.

Power & Jobsite Support

Keep your projects running with generators, compressors, and essential support equipment that delivers reliable power and air supply to any work environment.

Specialty & Events

Plan successful events with specialized rental equipment including tents, tables, and unique items that create professional presentations for gatherings of any size.

Tools & Precision

Complete detailed work with our precision tools and equipment selection, offering the accuracy and reliability professionals demand for quality results on every job.

Service & Parts

Maintain equipment performance with our service department and parts availability, ensuring your rented machinery operates at peak efficiency throughout your project duration.
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Senior Citizens Save 10%
At 1st Rental and Sales, we honor our senior community with 10% off all equipment rentals. Whether you need tools for a home project or outdoor equipment, we're here to help you save while getting the job done right.

Visit us in Rockford, IL or call today to claim your senior discount. We deliver!

Not valid with any other offers or promotions. Restrictions apply.

Must mention this coupon at the time of scheduling.

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Military Personnel Save 10%
1st Rental and Sales proudly supports our military members with 10% off all equipment rentals. From construction tools to lawn and garden equipment, we're ready to serve those who serve our country.

Contact us to take advantage of your military discount on all rental equipment. We deliver!

Not valid with any other offers or promotions. Restrictions apply.

Must mention this coupon at the time of scheduling.

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