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The skid steer attachments depends on the job: use a grading bucket or land plane for surface preparation, an auger for post holes, a snow pusher for clearing large paved areas, and a hydraulic breaker for suitable concrete demolition.
| Job | Recommended Attachment | Main Advantage |
| Rough grading | Grading bucket | Moves and levels material |
| Fine grading | Land plane or grading attachment | Produces a more consistent surface |
| Post holes | Hydraulic auger | Drills holes at controlled locations |
| Snow removal | Snow pusher or bucket | Moves accumulated snow |
| Concrete demolition | Hydraulic breaker | Breaks concrete into manageable sections |
| Debris removal | Grapple bucket | Handles irregular materials |
| Pallet movement | Pallet forks | Moves suitable palletized loads |
| Site cleanup | Sweeper attachment | Removes loose surface debris |
Before renting: Confirm attachment compatibility, hydraulic flow, operating capacity, attachment width and availability.
NAM Rentals publishes skid steer rental rates starting at $350 per day for the Bobcat S570. Attachment prices must be confirmed separately.
Skid steer attachments are interchangeable tools that allow one loader to perform different construction, landscaping and maintenance tasks.
Instead of renting a separate machine for every operation, contractors can use compatible attachments for grading, drilling, loading, sweeping, snow clearing and selected demolition work.
However, not every attachment is compatible with every skid steer.
Hydraulic requirements, machine capacity, mounting systems and operating weight must be checked before use.
NAM Rentals’ skid steer operation guide explains common attachment types and the importance of safe installation.
Grading attachments are used to prepare surfaces, redistribute material and achieve the required ground profile.
The correct attachment depends on whether the job requires rough shaping or a more precise finish.
| Attachment | Best Application | Important Limitation |
| General-purpose bucket | Moving soil and rough leveling | Less precise for final finishing |
| Grading bucket | Spreading and shaping material | Depends on operator technique |
| Land plane | Smoothing and leveling prepared surfaces | Not intended for deep excavation |
| Soil conditioner | Preparing suitable soil and removing some surface debris | Requires compatible hydraulics |
For rough grading: Start with a suitable bucket.
For final surface preparation: Consider a land plane or compatible grading attachment.
For landscaping: A soil conditioner may be useful where the objective is to prepare soil before seeding or finishing.
A skid steer attachment does not replace the need to establish proper drainage and finished elevations.
For projects involving extensive earthmoving, compare the loader’s productivity with larger equipment using our Wheel Loader Rental Cost Guide.
A hydraulic auger is used to drill holes for fence posts, footings and selected landscaping or construction applications.
Common projects include:
Three factors matter most:
Hole diameter: Match the auger bit to the required hole specification.
Drilling depth: Confirm the attachment’s working depth and whether approved extensions are necessary.
Ground conditions: Soil, compacted fill, clay, roots and rock can affect drilling performance.
| Project | What to Confirm |
| Residential fence | Hole diameter, depth and property access |
| Deck posts | Design requirements and local footing depth |
| Sign installation | Hole size and ground conditions |
| Landscaping | Bit size and attachment compatibility |
| Rocky ground | Whether an auger is appropriate |
Before drilling, arrange the necessary underground utility locates.
In Ontario, contractors and property owners can use Ontario One Call to request utility locate information.
A utility locate does not establish property boundaries or replace engineering requirements.
Rental recommendation: Request the auger drive and required bit together. Confirm hydraulic compatibility before delivery.
For Ontario contractors, snow removal attachments can turn a skid steer into useful winter-maintenance equipment.
The correct attachment depends on the surface, snow volume and available space for snow placement.
| Attachment | Best Application | Main Consideration |
| Snow pusher | Parking lots and large paved areas | Requires room to accumulate snow |
| Snow bucket | Loading and relocating snow | Bucket capacity and machine stability |
| Snow blade | Directing snow to the side | Surface and obstacle clearance |
| Snow blower | Moving snow where pushing is impractical | Hydraulic requirements and discharge safety |
| Sweeper | Light snow or final cleanup where suitable | Not a substitute for heavy snow removal |
Use a snow pusher when the priority is moving snow efficiently across a suitable paved surface.
Use a snow bucket when snow must be lifted, loaded or relocated.
A snow blower may be appropriate when there is insufficient space to accumulate snow, provided the machine supports the attachment.
For winter operations, check traction, visibility, ground conditions and attachment width.
NAM Rentals lists the Bobcat T650 compact track loader for applications that include snow removal. The exact winter attachment and its availability must be confirmed separately.
Skid steers can support selected demolition projects when equipped with suitable attachments.
However, not every demolition task is appropriate for a skid steer.
| Attachment | Suitable Application | Limitation |
| Hydraulic breaker | Breaking suitable concrete and pavement | Hydraulic compatibility and machine limits |
| Grapple bucket | Collecting irregular debris | Load stability and rated capacity |
| General-purpose bucket | Removing loose rubble | Not intended to break structural concrete |
| Pallet forks | Moving suitable secured materials | Not for unstable demolition debris |
A hydraulic breaker is used to fracture suitable concrete or pavement.
A grapple is used to secure and move irregular materials after they have been separated.
These attachments perform different stages of the job.
For larger demolition or excavation projects, a skid steer may not provide sufficient reach, breaking capability or debris-handling capacity.
Our Backhoe Loader Rental Guide explains when a different machine class may be more appropriate.
Safety note: Structural demolition requires a suitable work plan, hazard assessment and competent personnel. A skid steer attachment should not be selected as a substitute for proper demolition engineering or procedures.
This is one of the most important steps in skid steer attachments rental.
Two attachments may look similar but require different machine capabilities.
Before booking, verify the following:
| Specification | Why It Matters |
| Mounting interface | Determines whether the attachment connects correctly |
| Hydraulic flow | Must match the attachment’s operating requirements |
| Hydraulic pressure | Must remain within approved limits |
| Rated operating capacity | Must accommodate attachment and material loads |
| Attachment weight | Reduces the load available for materials |
| Machine dimensions | Determines site access |
| Auxiliary hydraulic connections | Required for powered attachments |
| Electrical controls | May be needed for specialized functions |
Some attachments operate using a loader’s standard auxiliary hydraulic system.
Others require a high-flow configuration.
A machine with sufficient horsepower is not automatically compatible with a high-flow attachment.
The attachment’s required flow, pressure and control system must match the exact loader configuration.
For example, NAM Rentals lists the Case SR240 skid steer as suitable for demanding attachment applications. The exact auxiliary hydraulic specifications should still be verified before assigning a hydraulic breaker, planer or other powered tool.
The total cost depends on two separate components:
NAM Rentals publishes the following base-machine prices:
| NAM Rentals Equipment | Daily | Weekly | Monthly |
| Bobcat S570 | $350 | $950 | $2,250 |
| Bobcat S62 | $370 | $990 | $2,350 |
| Bobcat T650 – Tracked | $450 | $1,250 | $2,700 |
| Bobcat T76 – Tracked | $470 | $1,180 | $2,650 |
| Case SR240 | $530 | $1,300 | $2,850 |
These are published NAM Rentals machine rates in CAD, not attachment prices. Confirm availability and current rental terms.
| Cost Item | What to Ask |
| Loader rental | Daily, weekly or monthly rate |
| Attachment rental | Separate price or package inclusion |
| Additional bits or tools | Whether they cost extra |
| Delivery and pickup | Transportation charges |
| Rental hours | Included usage and overtime |
| Fuel | Return requirements |
| Damage protection | Applicable terms |
| Taxes | Ontario HST |
NAM Rentals does not have a separately verified public rate for every attachment discussed in this guide. Request an itemized quote rather than assuming the attachment is included with the loader.
For more information on base-machine pricing, see our skid steer rental equipment catalogue.
Use this decision table before requesting equipment.
| Your Project | Start With | Check Before Booking |
| Leveling a driveway | Grading bucket or land plane | Surface material and finished grade |
| Preparing a lawn | Soil conditioner | Soil condition and hydraulics |
| Installing fence posts | Auger | Hole size, depth and utility locates |
| Clearing a parking lot | Snow pusher | Surface and snow-storage space |
| Loading snow into trucks | Snow bucket | Capacity and dump height |
| Breaking concrete | Hydraulic breaker | Concrete conditions and hydraulic compatibility |
| Removing demolition debris | Grapple | Debris type and safe load |
| Moving palletized materials | Pallet forks | Load weight and approved capacity |
A skid steer is versatile, but it is not always the most productive option.
Consider another equipment class when:
For machine-selection guidance, read our Compact Track Loader vs Skid Steer Rental Guide.
The most effective savings come from selecting the correct tool before the equipment arrives.
Five practical recommendations:
For longer projects, compare daily, weekly and monthly pricing rather than repeatedly extending short rentals.
NAM Rentals provides skid steers and compact track loaders for construction, landscaping, grading and material-handling projects across Toronto and Ontario.
Customers can review published equipment specifications and rental prices before requesting a quote.
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For skid steer attachments rental, provide the exact task, material type, required attachment, jobsite location and rental dates.
NAM Rentals can then confirm the available equipment, compatible attachment options and applicable rental charges.
Call NAM Rentals: +1 647-525-7368
The right skid steer attachment can improve productivity, but the wrong one can increase operating time, rental cost and equipment risk.
For most projects:
The best skid steer attachments rental decision starts with the job requirements-not the attachment catalogue.
Confirm compatibility, hydraulic specifications, rated capacity and total rental cost before booking.
Common attachments include buckets, pallet forks, augers, grapples, grading tools, sweepers, snow pushers and hydraulic breakers. The best option depends on the project.
A grading bucket is useful for rough shaping and spreading material. A land plane or specialized grading attachment may be better for more consistent surface finishing.
Yes. A compatible hydraulic auger can drill post holes. Confirm the bit diameter, required depth, ground conditions and underground utility locates.
A snow pusher is useful for clearing large paved areas. A bucket is better when snow must be loaded or relocated. The correct choice depends on site conditions.
Yes, when fitted with an approved hydraulic breaker and operated within the machine’s limits. Not all demolition work is suitable for a skid steer.
No. Mounting systems, hydraulic flow, pressure, electrical controls and machine capacity can differ. Confirm compatibility with the exact model.
Some do, while others operate with standard-flow hydraulics. Check the attachment manufacturer’s specifications before renting.
Not necessarily. NAM Rentals publishes base-machine prices, but attachment availability, inclusions and additional charges should be confirmed separately.
Not automatically. A tracked loader may suit certain ground conditions, but attachment performance depends on machine capacity, hydraulic specifications and compatibility.
Contact NAM Rentals to confirm available skid steer equipment, compatible attachments and rental pricing for your Ontario project.
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