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🎙️ Rental vs. Ownership: What You Need to Know w/ John Jeanguenat | Top Contractor School Podcast


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Welcome back to the Top Contractor School Podcast, where we help contractors grow smarter, lead better, and build businesses that last.

 

In this episode, Eric Guy sits down with John Jeanguenat, VP of Equipment for the American Rental Association, to break down everything contractors need to know about the rental market—what’s changing, what to watch out for, and how to decide whether renting or owning your equipment is the right move for your business.  🔥 In this episode, we unpack:

✅ How market uncertainty is reshaping the rental landscape

✅ Why rental equipment now makes up 60% of the market (and rising)

✅ The hidden costs of ownership contractors often overlook

✅ Key benefits of renting: flexibility, service, and risk reduction

✅ How to think about capital investment, cash flow, and fleet strategy

✅ When rent-to-own or rental purchase options make sense—and the pitfalls to avoid

✅ Common misconceptions about equipment rental (and what’s changed in 2025)

✅ Why safety features and proactive partnerships matter more than ever

✅ Advice for contractors of all sizes: how to stay agile and grow strategically

Whether you’re a seasoned contractor or just scaling up, this episode gives you real-world insights into equipment strategy that can save you time, money, and headaches on the job.

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