Crane Rental
Crane Rental Overview
When trees fall the wrong way, normal removal equipment cannot reach them. Our 126-foot, 100-ton tree crane (Tree Mek + Mecanil) handles trees on roofs, blocked roads, and structures other crews cannot.
O.A.K. Services operates a 126-foot, 100-ton tree crane — Tree Mek and Mecanil equipment — available for crane rental in Aiken, SC and across the CSRA. When a tree is pinned against a roof, blocking a road, or sitting over a structure no bucket truck can reach, this crane changes what removal looks like. We hold NCCER National Crane Assessment & Certification Program credentials, and owner Charles Rice has operated in Aiken since 2005. The crane is dispatched 24/7, including emergency response after storms.
WHAT WE BRING TO EVERY JOB
Every crane job O.A.K. runs comes backed by 21 years at the same Aiken headquarters and a team carrying 30-plus combined years of field experience. Owner Charles Rice is an ISA Certified Arborist with 26 years in the Green Industry — he is not a figurehead; he is on the work. O.A.K. is TCIA Accredited since 2016, placing it in the top 2% of tree companies nationally. That accreditation covers business practices, safety standards, and crew training — not just the equipment we show up with.
- Site Survey Included
- Basic Tree Removal
- Debris Clean Up
- Safety Compliance Check
- Full Land Assessment
- Medium Tree Logging
- Hauling & Transport
- Clean-Up Service
TREE-SPECIFIC PROJECT WORK
Beyond standard tree removal, OAK takes on the difficult work others pass on: hazard tree assessments, structural cabling, large-diameter takedowns, and crane-required removals near homes and utilities. Every project gets the same Certified Arborist oversight.
SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL CARE
Crane operations introduce real overhead risk, and O.A.K. carries Commercial Auto, General Liability, and Worker’s Compensation insurance on every job. The NCCER crane certification governs how lifts are planned and executed, and every job is overseen by one of O.A.K.’s ISA Certified Arborists — a staff-wide credential the company has maintained since founder Charles Rice, a 14-year ISA Certified Arborist, established TCIA-accredited operating standards when he started the company in 2005. Once wood is on the ground, O.A.K.’s 100% wood waste recycling program keeps debris out of the landfill. For properties near Hitchcock Woods or other protected land in the Aiken area, that matters — nothing gets dumped where it shouldn’t.
Crane Rental
What Include?
- Site Survey Included
- Basic Tree Removal
- Debris Clean Up
- Safety Compliance Check
- Balanced plan for most needs.
Get In Touch
How To Reach Us
- (833) 625-7827
- info@oakservices.com
- Mon-Fri 7AM-5PM
- Emergency Hours: 24/7
A Word From Our Clients
“Bravo! OAK Services is currently performing a technical tree removal at my neighbors house in Edgefield SC. I am a professional Certified Arborist of 25 years and cannot emphasize enough the level of professionalism I was met with when I …”
— Matthew Hodges, verified Google review
Our Process
Streamlined Logging Process
Every job starts with an on-site assessment by a Certified Arborist. We document the work, plan the equipment, and execute with safety as the first priority.
1. Site Assessment
Certified Arborist on-site to assess hazards, species, access, and required equipment.
2. Quote & Plan
Itemized written quote with equipment plan, crew size, and schedule. No surprises on the bill.
3. Safe Execution
Work executed by trained, insured crew. Safety protocols followed on every job.
4. Cleanup & Documentation
Site cleanup, debris hauling, and timestamped photo documentation for any insurance claim.
Accreditations
Certified Arborists | Bonded & Insured
Email Us
info@oakservices.com
Call Us 24/7
(833) 625-7827
Frequently Asked Questions
Common Questions About Our Services
What is the crane's reach and capacity, and what jobs actually require it?
O.A.K.’s crane is a 126-foot, 100-ton Tree Mek + Mecanil unit. It’s used when a tree has fallen onto a roof or structure, is blocking a road, or sits in a location where conventional removal equipment simply can’t access the wood safely. Without that reach and lift capacity, most crews have to leave the job or risk further property damage.
Is the crane operator certified, or just experienced?
The crane work at O.A.K. is backed by NCCER National Crane Assessment & Certification Program credentials. Owner Charles Rice also holds ISA Certified Arborist status and is ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualified (TRAQ), so both the arboricultural judgment and the crane operation side carry formal certification — not just field experience.
Does O.A.K. respond to emergency crane calls outside normal business hours?
Yes. O.A.K. operates 24/7 for emergency response. The crane and crew are based at 3039 Charleston Hwy in Aiken, SC — a central CSRA location — so response reaches Aiken, North Augusta, Augusta, GA, and surrounding communities. For emergency crane rental in Aiken, SC, call 1-855-OAK-SERV (625-7378).
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Get a Free Crane Rental Quote
Whether it’s a routine pruning request or a 2 AM emergency call after a hurricane, OAK Services has been the Southeast’s tree-care answer since 2005. Get a free quote or reach our 24/7 dispatch directly.