Crane Rental in Howe, TX
Howe sits on US-75 between Sherman and Van Alstyne, right in the growth path north of DFW. Request a boom truck or operated crane for your Howe job.
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What Howe projects usually need
- Metal and steel buildings: shops, barns and commercial shells along the highway corridor often need a boom truck or small hydraulic crane for columns, rafters and panels.
- Light industrial and warehouse work: setting equipment, HVAC units and racking for new and expanding businesses.
- Rural and acreage properties: tanks, containers, storm shelters and heavy deliveries where ground conditions matter as much as the load.
Planning a lift in Howe
Many Howe sites are on open land, so the crane can often get close to the load. That can mean a smaller, cheaper machine. Mention if the setup area is unpaved, recently graded or wet; mats may be needed after rain.
For steel buildings, have your erection drawings or the heaviest member weights ready. Crane companies can then suggest a crane size and how many days the job will take. See operated crane service for what's included.
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
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.
Howe crane rental FAQ
What size crane do I need for a metal building in Howe?
It depends on the heaviest member and how far it must be lifted from where the crane sets up. Have your erection drawings or member weights ready and the crane company can size it. Many shop-sized buildings are done with a boom truck or a small hydraulic crane.
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.
Nearby service areas
Sherman crane rental · Denison crane rental · Pottsboro crane rental · Van Alstyne crane rental · All of Grayson County & Texoma