Construction

Plant Hire / Equipment Rental

Recording the weekly rental of an excavator or tower crane from a plant hire company.

Account NameTypeDebit ($)Credit ($)
Work-in-Progress (WIP — Plant Hire)Asset (+)18,000.00-
Accounts Payable (Plant Company)Liability (+)-18,000.00

💡 Accountant's Note

Hired plant costs are a direct project cost allocated to WIP. Renting is preferred when equipment is needed for a short period or when capital is constrained.

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