Illuminate your work site efficiently with rentmas' selection of portable light tower rentals. These versatile lighting solutions are more mobile than permanent fixtures, making them especially suitable for projects where electrical infrastructure is limited. These towers offer the necessary brightness and coverage to tackle nighttime construction, outdoor events, or emergency response operations of almost any scale.

Is a light tower the right machine for my project?

A light tower – also known as lighting tower, mobile light tower, portable light tower or tower light – is a portable illumination system that typically consists of a generator, a mast, and powerful lamps. Light towers differ primarily by their light point height, and luminous flux output. The light point height determines how far the light can reach, while the luminous flux measures the total amount of light emitted. rentmas' light tower selection also includes a light balloon range, and both towers and balloons are available in a range of luminous fluxes from 36,000 up to 360,000 lumen. Generators and compressors are frequently rented together with light towers.

Make sure to choose the light tower you need based on the conditions of your project site. Due to their mobility, these units can be easily positioned and repositioned to illuminate different areas as needed. Consider factors such as the required coverage area, the duration of operation, and any terrain challenges when selecting a light tower. Models with adjustable masts and rotating lamp heads offer additional flexibility in directing light where it's most needed, ensuring optimal visibility for your nighttime or low-light operations.

Light towers can be equipped with various features to enhance their functionality. The standard configuration includes extendable masts and power generators.

Other common features and options include:

LED lamp arrays: For increased energy efficiency
Automatic start/stop systems: For optimized fuel consumption
Digital control panels: For precise light management
Solar panel integration: For hybrid power capabilities
Portable/towable designs: For improved site mobility
Weather-resistant housings: For all-season operation
Remote monitoring systems: For offsite management

Light tower rental near you

rentmas has light towers for rent near you – you’ll find light towers for hire on the rentmas platform across Germany, Austria, Italy and other countries. Our network of international suppliers guarantees a vast selection of light towers close to your project site, no matter where you are within our rental territories. Use the platform’s search function to find the perfect light tower for your project and book it directly online.

How much does it cost to rent a light tower?

Renting a light tower typically costs between €12 and €146 per day. The daily rental price is quoted for 8 operation hours on a weekday. If you intend to use the equipment during weekends, you must specify this during your request, as additional rates apply. If you’re renting for a longer period, you will typically receive a discounted daily rate. Compulsory liability and damage insurance is included in the cost of your rental. Additional attachments, transportation, and unanticipated final cleanings that the supplier must do may increase the daily rental price.

At rentmas, you can calculate the total rental price of a machine directly on the online platform, or for special requests receive a quote within two working days.

How does the light tower get transported to my project site?

rentmas can take care of transporting your light tower to wherever you need it. Otherwise, you can choose to transport the machine yourself.

Popular light towers

rentmas works with a large network of rental suppliers, allowing you to choose from a range of light tower. Here are some of the most popular make and model combinations rented on rentmas:

Light towers with a max. light point height of 3 to 6 meters

Light towers with a max. light point height of 6 to 9 meters

Light towers with a max. light point height of more than 9 meters

Where can I rent a light tower?

You can rent a light tower near you on the rentmas platform if your project is in Germany, Austria or Italy. rentmas has a large network of rental partners and is in the process of expanding to other countries across Europe.

In Germany rentmas’ largest light tower rental suppliers are located in Berlin, Hamburg, Munich, Cologne, Frankfurt, Stuttgart, Düsseldorf, Leipzig, Dortmund, Essen, Bremen, Hanover, Nuremberg, Duisburg, Bochum, Wuppertal, Bielefeld, Bonn, Münster, Mannheim, Karlsruhe, Augsburg, Wiesbaden, Mönchengladbach, Gelsenkirchen, Aachen, Braunschweig, Chemnitz, and Kiel.

In Austria our light tower supplier network spans across Vienna, Burgenland, Carinthia, Tyrol, Lower Austria, Upper Austria, Salzburg, Styria, Vorarlberg and beyond.

In Italy rentmas’ light tower rental supplier network stretches across the cities of Rome, Milan, Turin, Verona, Brescia, Padua, Genova, Bergamo, Vicenza, Catania and more.

If you need a different type of light tower, you can find it here.

How do I rent a light tower?

Renting a light tower on rentmas is done in a few simple steps. Select the type of light tower you want to rent, along with the location and dates you will need it for. Your search will give back a list of machines in order of the shortest distance from the location you selected. If you have certain machine specs you’re looking for, you can use the platform’s filters to narrow down your search.

Once you’ve found the right light tower, you can finalize your request by providing your billing and project site details. Add more machines to your request, or send your request with a single machine.

Our rental partner will then confirm the availability of your requested machine(s). As soon as they approve the rental, you’ll receive an invoice from us and can pay the rental fee using your preferred method: bank transfer, credit card, Stripe, or SEPA Direct Debit.

Important considerations and safety requirements

Training: Every operator should go through the appropriate training for use of the light tower they intend to operate, as well as complete any required certifications
Maintenance: Regular maintenance and inspection of the light tower is essential to ensuring operational safety on the job site
Working environment: Consider environmental conditions such as weather, ground conditions and size of any interior spaces
Safety equipment: Always have safety gear nearby, including personal protective equipment and fire safety equipment
Proper electrical connections: Always use the correct electrical cables and connectors recommended by the manufacturer. Inspect electrical connections for damage and never operate a light tower with frayed or exposed wires.

Choosing the right light tower depends on the requirements of your project. If you have any questions or uncertainties, don’t hesitate to contact us. We’re here to provide you with the knowledge you need to match the right light tower to your project’s needs.

Advantages of rentmas

rentmas helps you quickly find the construction machines available for hire in your area. Simply select the type of machine you’re looking for, specify any characteristics or attachments you need, and then choose from the list of machines you get back from your search. After you’ve submitted your rental request, rentmas will step in and take care of the rest: logistics, from transport to insurance to invoicing, and beyond. So sit back and enjoy the many perks of the signature rentmas digital rental process.

Logistics on us
From transport to insurance to invoicing, rentmas takes care of all logistics and paperwork. Stick with us and get full-service project management at no extra cost.

24/7 rentals – ideal for last-minute requests
Being an online platform, our service is available around the clock. No need to take working hours into consideration – you can book a machine at any time. Need a last-minute machine for tomorrow? No problem. Request a machine now on rentmas.

Transparent pricing
We believe in full transparency, especially when it comes to rental costs. We work with our partners to give you the best pricing for your rental and transport to and from the construction site.

The most competitive transport prices
The real-time location of machines on the platform lets you find the equipment closest to you. Save yourself unnecessarily higher transport costs and long delivery times – with the rentmas platform you can find the machines you need and as close to your project site as possible.

Trust is great, insurance is better
With our required liability insurance, you are well protected against unpleasant surprises, letting you invest 100% into focusing on your work.

Easy renting
Provider lists and countless phone calls are a thing of the past. Use the rentmas online platform to easily place, track and manage your rentals at any time, from any device.

Rent, don’t buy
Renting construction equipment offers your company the advantage of matching the latest models of the best machines to each of your individual projects. Renting also comes with the comfort of never having to worry about regular maintenance or storage of the equipment, which is taken care of by the supplier.

Everything, everywhere
Our widespread supplier network means we always have a rental solution that’s never too far away. You can rent all the equipment for each of your projects and get next-day delivery.