Chicago Crane Rental and Lift Planning
No job too big or small — at 123 Crane, We Handle It All.
Crane Rental and Lift Planning Across Chicagoland
123 Crane Service coordinates crane rentals, rigging and lift planning across Chicago and the entire Chicagoland region. Whether you're lifting steel in downtown Chicago, setting rooftop HVAC units in the suburbs, hoisting equipment at industrial plants, or working on a cell-tower build, we make sure you get the right crane and operator for your project.
Lift Planning by an Award-Winning Planner
Lift Planning by an Award-Winning Planner
Riley Pettrone, our lead lift planner, won the A1A Software 3D Lift Plan of the Year award in 2018 and 2020. Every job gets a real plan before the crane rolls:
• Crane size and configuration matched to your lift • Setup locations checked against the site • Clear communication with your team • Fewer surprises on lift day
Tell us what you're lifting and we'll start the plan.
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Tell us what you're lifting, how heavy it is and where it's going, and we'll get back to you with options. We support clients across industries including mechanical, HVAC, energy, precast, infrastructure, telecom, industrial and steel erection.
If you're ready to get started, our team will review your project details, recommend the right crane, and coordinate crane rental pricing in Illinois and nationwide.
Reach out today and we'll connect you with a 123 Crane project manager who can guide you through the process.
Not sure which crane is right for you?
Not sure which crane is right for you? Tell us what you're lifting and where, and we'll recommend options.
what are we lifting today, boss?
No job too big or small, at 123 Crane we handle it all.
Crane rentals, coordinated for you
123 Crane Service coordinates crane rentals, rigging and lift planning for contractors in Chicago and across the U.S. through a network of vetted, licensed crane companies. Our lead lift planner, Riley Pettrone, is a two-time winner of the A1A Software 3D Lift Plan of the Year award (2018 and 2020). Tell us what you're lifting, where and when, and we'll handle the rest.
Industries We Serve in Chicago
No matter what your project involves, 123 Crane Service coordinates the right crane, the plan and the details to keep your lift on track from start to finish.
Steel erection
HVAC and rooftop mechanical
Precast concrete
Residential and commercial construction
Industrial maintenance & shutdowns
Bridge work and infrastructure projects
Telecom and fiber installation
Sign installation and removal
Specialty lifting
Cell tower construction and upgrades
What 123 Crane Service handles for you:
• Crane rental coordination with vetted local crane companies
• Lift planning and crane selection
• Rigging and specialized lift coordination
• Engineering and GPR scans, arranged through our partners
• Permit help, logistics and traffic control coordination
• Phone answered 24/7
• Quotes based on your lift details, with pricing explained up front
Need a quote? In the message box, tell us what you’re lifting, how heavy it is, and where it’s going. The more you share, the less guessing we do — and trust us, you don’t want crane guys guessing.
Our lead lift planner, Riley Pettrone, won the A1A Software 3D Lift Plan of the Year award in 2018 and 2020, and every lift gets the same careful planning.
Chicago Suburbs & Surrounding Areas We Serve
We cover the entire Chicago metro including:
Chicago
Naperville
Schaumburg
Joliet
Aurora
Cicero
Oak Lawn
Orland Park
Skokie
Evanston
Bolingbrook
Arlington Heights
Elmhurst
Des Plaines
Downers Grove
If your project is anywhere in Illinois, we can handle it.
Crane Rental Questions
How much does crane rental cost in Chicago?
It depends on the crane size, how long you need it, and how far the crane travels to your site. Call (312) 313-9070 with the weight, the location and the date, and we'll price the job for you.
Do I need a permit to use a crane in Chicago?
Usually, yes, if the crane sets up on a street, alley or sidewalk. That takes a public way permit from the Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT), and the City also regulates crane use through the Department of Buildings. Suburbs have their own rules. We get the permits for you.
What information do you need for a quote?
The job address, the weight and size of the load, where it's picked up and where it's set (roof, floor, distance from where the crane can park), the date, and a photo or site plan if you have one. A Google Earth screenshot with the setup spot marked works too.
What is a 3D lift plan, and do I need one?
A 3D lift plan is a drawing that shows the crane, where it sets up, the boom reach, the load weight against the crane's capacity, and the ground it sits on. It proves the lift is safe before the crane shows up. Our lift planner, Riley Pettrone, won the A1A 3D Lift Plan of the Year award in 2018 and 2020. Most commercial sites, rooftop lifts and street setups need one.
Do you own the cranes?
No. We plan the lift and line up the right crane and a licensed operator through our network of vetted, licensed crane companies across Chicagoland. You get one point of contact from the first call to the final pick.
See all crane rental FAQs or call (312) 313-9070.
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