How to Start Your Own Business with a Mini Excavator (And Buy It from the Right Dealer)

Noel .
Aug 7
2 min read

By True Force Machinery – East Coast Rippa Dealer

Thinking about starting your own side hustle or full-time business in construction, landscaping, or property services? You don’t need a massive crew or a six-figure investment to get started. Sometimes, all it takes is one solid machine — like a Rippa mini excavator — and a little ambition.

At True Force Machinery, we help everyday people become business owners by providing the affordable, reliable machines they need to break into the excavation game.

Here’s how you can do it — and how we make the process simple, fast, and profitable.

Step 1: Choose the Right Mini Excavator for Your Goals

First, decide how you want to make money:

Option A: Offer Excavator Services

Be the operator. Use your machine for:

Trenching
Gravel driveway work
Light demolition
Grading and leveling
Landscaping projects

Charge $75–$125/hour or flat rates per job.

Option B: Rent It Out

Let the machine do the work while you handle logistics.

Rent by the day or weekend
Offer trailer rental as a bundle
Target homeowners, landscapers, and contractors

Average daily rental: $200–$350/day depending on location and attachments.

Step 2: Buy Your Excavator from True Force Machinery

Here’s why smart operators choose us:

We specialize in Rippa and YouTop mini excavators, known for durability, power, and value
We offer fast East Coast delivery
Our machines are tested, serviced, and ready to work
We have financing options to help you get started with low upfront cost
We’ll walk you through setup, maintenance, and even business tips

Need a Flatbed? Attachments? We've got those too.

Step 3: Build a Simple Business Model

You don’t need a fancy office or LLC to get started. Many of our customers begin with basic tools:

A phone number and email for booking
A free Google Business Profile (get found locally)
Facebook Marketplace / Craigslist listings
Word of mouth in your town or neighborhood
A simple one-page website (we can recommend designers)

Bonus: Offer flexible hours, friendly service, and show up on time — that alone sets you apart from the rest.

Step 4: Start Making Money

Here’s an example of potential income:

Service	Typical Rate	Jobs/Month	Monthly Revenue
Gravel driveway install	$800 – $2,000/job	4	$3,200 – $8,000
Weekend rentals	$300/day	6	$1,800
Trenching jobs	$100/hour	10 hours	$1,000

That’s $6,000+ per month with one machine — and room to grow.

Real People Are Doing This

We’ve helped contractors, part-time handymen, and even first-time business owners buy a Rippa and start taking jobs within a week. Some keep it as a side hustle. Others scale into multi-machine operations.

Either way, it starts with one step: owning the machine.

Ready to Make the Leap?

We’ll help you choose the right Rippa, explain your financing options, and deliver the machine to your door.

Browse inventory Call us at (555) 123-4567 for a quote or consultation Visit us at 1507 St Marys Av, Parkersburg, WV 26101 (we deliver)