Crane Rental & Crane Service in Sherman, TX
Need a boom truck, a hydraulic crane or a fully operated lift in Sherman, Denison or anywhere in Texoma? Send one request and get connected with local crane companies who can quote your job.
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- Local crane companies serving Sherman and Grayson County
- One request, no obligation
Get a crane rental quote
Free, no obligation. Tell us about the lift and we'll pass it to local crane companies that serve Sherman.
Crane services we can request for you
Operated crane service
A crane plus a certified operator, billed by the hour with a minimum and travel time. The usual choice for one-off lifts. Learn more about operated crane service
Boom truck rental
Truck-mounted boom cranes, often 17 to 40 ton, for trusses, HVAC units, signs, poles and material placement. Learn more about boom truck rental
Mobile / hydraulic crane rental
Rough-terrain and all-terrain hydraulic cranes for heavier picks, longer reach and tight jobsites. Learn more about mobile / hydraulic crane rental
Rigging & lifting
Lift planning, rigging gear, spreader bars and crews to move machinery or heavy loads safely. Learn more about rigging & lifting
HVAC & rooftop unit lifts
Setting and swapping rooftop units, chillers and condensers on commercial and retail buildings. Learn more about hvac & rooftop unit lifts
Steel erection
Beams, columns, joists and metal building packages for new construction and additions. Learn more about steel erection
Industrial & plant lifts
Equipment setting, tank and vessel moves and shutdown work at manufacturing sites. Learn more about industrial & plant lifts
Why Sherman needs so much lifting work
Sherman has become one of the busiest construction markets north of Dallas. Texas Instruments started production at its first 300mm wafer fab in Sherman in December 2025, with room for up to four fabs on the site, and GlobalWafers opened its $3.5 billion Sherman wafer plant in May 2025. Suppliers, warehouses, housing and retail along US-75 and US-82 have followed.
That means steady demand for operated crane service: setting rooftop units, erecting steel for new shops and warehouses, placing equipment for plant suppliers and contractors, and lifting trusses for new homes. Most of these jobs need a crane for a few hours or a few days, not a crane on site for months.
Picking the right crane
Boom trucks (roughly 17 to 40 ton) handle most light commercial and residential work: HVAC units, trusses, signs, generators and material placement. They set up quickly and travel without escorts. More on boom truck rental.
Hydraulic truck and all-terrain cranes (40 ton and up) cover heavier picks, longer reach, precast, plant equipment and steel. More on operated crane service.
Size depends on weight and distance. A 3,000 lb unit set 80 feet from where the crane can park can need a much bigger crane than a 10,000 lb load lifted close in. Wondering about price? Read the crane rental cost guide.
How it works
Send one request
Tell us what you're lifting, where, and when. It takes about two minutes.
Matched with a local crane company
We pass your job to independent crane companies that serve your part of Grayson County.
Get your quote
The crane company contacts you directly to confirm details and quote. You decide whether to book.
Sherman Crane Rental is a crane rental request and referral service. We don't own or operate cranes. We pass your request to independent, local crane companies, who quote and contract with you directly. How this service works.
Areas covered
Requests go to crane companies serving all of Grayson County and nearby Texoma, including Denison, Howe, Pottsboro, Van Alstyne, Whitesboro, Gunter, Tom Bean, Bells, Collinsville and Southmayd, plus Bryan County, Oklahoma, across the Red River. See the Grayson County service area page.
Who we help
- General contractors
- HVAC contractors
- Steel erectors
- Manufacturing & semiconductor suppliers
- Data center & utility work
- Roofing & solar
- Sign companies
- Tree services
- Pool & landscape
- Homebuilders & modular homes
- Oil, gas & energy
- Marinas & lake properties
Crane rental FAQ
How much does crane rental cost in Sherman, TX?
Most operated crane jobs are billed hourly with a minimum (often 3 to 4 hours) plus travel time. One published 2025 North Texas rate sheet lists $155/hour for a 23-ton boom truck up to $595/hour for a 275-ton crane, plus a fuel surcharge and permits. See our crane rental cost guide for a full breakdown.
What is the difference between operated crane service and a bare rental?
Operated (or "wet") crane service includes the crane and a certified operator, and the crane company runs the lift. A bare rental is the machine only: you supply a qualified, certified operator and take on more responsibility. Most short jobs in Grayson County are operated rentals.
Do I need a permit for a crane?
Sometimes. Setting up in a street, alley or sidewalk usually needs city approval. Moving large cranes on Texas highways can require oversize/overweight permits from the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles, which crane companies usually handle. Work near power lines has its own OSHA clearance rules. See our Sherman crane permit guide.
How far ahead should I book a crane?
A few days to two weeks is common for routine lifts. Larger cranes can be booked out further during busy periods. Same-week work is sometimes possible for boom trucks, so include your dates in the request.
What information do I need for a crane quote?
The heaviest item and its weight, how high and how far it needs to go (the radius from where the crane can set up), the job address, ground conditions and access, and your dates. Photos help.
How do I find crane service near me in Grayson County?
Send one request on this page with your job address. We pass it to independent crane companies that cover your part of Grayson County or Texoma, and they contact you directly with a quote.
Who actually does the lift?
An independent crane company. We are a request and referral service. We do not own cranes, and the company that quotes you is responsible for its equipment, crew, certifications and insurance. Always confirm insurance and operator certification before work starts.