Tool Library
Shared access to specialty tools and equipment.
The Backyard Shop Tool Library provides access to equipment that many builders, contractors, and hardware teams only need occasionally. Instead of purchasing expensive equipment outright, members can reserve tools and machines when they need them.
Equipment may be owned by the Backyard Shop or contributed by members of the community. Ownership is clearly labeled on each listing.
Members receive deeply discounted rates on shop-owned equipment as one of the practical benefits of membership.
Membership Perk: Equipment Discounts
Members of the Backyard Shop receive significantly discounted rental rates on equipment owned directly by the shop. This benefit helps builders, contractors, and hardware teams access high-value tools without the capital cost of ownership.
Look for the Member Discount badge on eligible equipment.
Safety Notice: All equipment listings are subject to approval. Some equipment may require training, certification, deposits, or supervision before rental. The Backyard Shop may remove equipment that does not meet safety or operational standards.
Equipment Catalog
Showing 28 items
Warehouse Forklift
Material Handling
5,000 lb capacity propane forklift suitable for warehouse and yard operations. Includes side-shift attachment.
- • 5,000 lb capacity
- • Propane powered
- • 15 ft lift height
Reservation required, 24-hour minimum
Electric Pallet Jack
Material Handling
Walk-behind electric pallet jack for moving heavy pallets without manual lifting.
- • 4,500 lb capacity
- • Electric powered
- • 48-inch forks
Available same-day with reservation
Hydraulic Lift Table
Material Handling
Scissor lift table for ergonomic positioning of heavy workpieces. Foot-pedal operated.
- • 2,000 lb capacity
- • Foot pedal operation
- • 36x48 inch platform
Reservation required
Engine Hoist (Cherry Picker)
Material Handling
Folding engine hoist for engine removal and installation. Includes load leveler.
- • 2-ton capacity
- • Foldable for transport
- • Includes load leveler
Available same-day
Adjustable Gantry Crane
Material Handling
Portable aluminum gantry crane for lifting heavy equipment and machinery.
- • 1-ton capacity
- • Adjustable height
- • Aluminum construction
Reservation required, pickup only
Mini Trencher
Earthmoving & Outdoor
Compact walk-behind trencher suitable for irrigation lines, shallow conduit, and landscaping projects.
- • 24-inch depth capacity
- • Walk-behind operation
- • Gas powered
Reservation required
Mini Skid Steer
Earthmoving & Outdoor
Compact track loader with bucket attachment. Ideal for landscaping, grading, and material moving.
- • 1,000 lb operating capacity
- • Track drive
- • Multiple attachments available
Reservation required, delivery available
Plate Compactor
Earthmoving & Outdoor
Vibratory plate compactor for compacting gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- • 5,500 lb force
- • Honda GX160 engine
- • 20x22 inch plate
Available same-day
Two-Person Post Hole Auger
Earthmoving & Outdoor
Gas-powered two-person auger for fence posts, deck footings, and tree planting.
- • 8-inch and 12-inch bits included
- • Gas powered
- • Two-person operation
Reservation required
Stump Grinder
Earthmoving & Outdoor
Walk-behind stump grinder for removing tree stumps up to 12 inches below grade.
- • 13 HP engine
- • 12-inch cutting depth
- • Self-propelled
Reservation required
Towable Concrete Mixer
Construction & Jobsite
9 cubic foot towable concrete mixer with electric start.
- • 9 cu ft drum
- • Electric start
- • Towable design
Reservation required
10-Inch Tile Saw
Construction & Jobsite
Professional wet tile saw for cutting ceramic, porcelain, and stone tile.
- • 10-inch blade
- • 24-inch rip capacity
- • Recirculating water system
Available same-day with reservation
Electric Demolition Hammer
Construction & Jobsite
Heavy-duty electric demolition hammer for concrete and masonry removal.
- • 35 lb class
- • 1,800 BPM
- • Includes chisels and points
Available same-day
Scaffolding Set (5-Section)
Construction & Jobsite
Complete scaffolding set with 5 sections, planks, and outriggers. 15-foot working height.
- • 15 ft working height
- • 5 frames with cross braces
- • Aluminum planks included
Reservation required
Concrete Vibrator
Construction & Jobsite
Electric concrete vibrator for consolidating poured concrete and removing air pockets.
- • 1.5 HP motor
- • 10-foot flexible shaft
- • 1.5-inch head
Available same-day
Hydraulic Tube Bender
Fabrication Support
Floor-standing hydraulic tube bender for roll cages, handrails, and structural tubing.
- • 2-inch capacity
- • Multiple die sets
- • 12-ton hydraulic ram
Reservation required
50-Ton Hydraulic Press
Fabrication Support
H-frame hydraulic press for bearing installation, straightening, and pressing operations.
- • 50-ton capacity
- • Adjustable bed height
- • Pressure gauge
Available same-day with reservation
Portable TIG Welder
Fabrication Support
AC/DC TIG welder for aluminum and steel. Portable inverter design.
- • 200A output
- • AC/DC capable
- • Pulse function
Reservation required
9-Inch Angle Grinder
Fabrication Support
Large angle grinder for heavy metal removal, cutting, and surface preparation.
- • 9-inch disc
- • 15 amp motor
- • Includes guard and handle
Available same-day
Electric Pipe Threader
Fabrication Support
Portable electric pipe threader for threading steel and iron pipe.
- • 1/2 to 2-inch capacity
- • Die heads included
- • Portable design
Reservation required
Thermal Imaging Camera
Inspection & Measurement
Professional thermal imaging camera for electrical inspection, HVAC diagnostics, and building envelope assessment.
- • 320x240 resolution
- • -20°C to 650°C range
- • Includes case and SD card
Reservation required
Industrial Borescope
Inspection & Measurement
Articulating video borescope for internal inspection of engines, machinery, and confined spaces.
- • 6mm probe diameter
- • 3-meter length
- • Articulating tip
Reservation required
Torque Multiplier Set
Inspection & Measurement
Torque multiplier for high-torque fastener applications on heavy equipment.
- • 3,500 ft-lb output
- • 3:1 ratio
- • Includes reaction arm
Available same-day with reservation
Laser Shaft Alignment System
Inspection & Measurement
Precision laser alignment system for motor and pump shaft alignment.
- • Bluetooth enabled
- • Includes magnetic brackets
- • Alignment software included
Reservation required
4-Channel Digital Oscilloscope
Electronics & Diagnostics
Professional 4-channel oscilloscope for electronics debugging, signal analysis, and automotive diagnostics.
- • 200 MHz bandwidth
- • 4 channels
- • 1 GSa/s sample rate
Reservation required
Function/Signal Generator
Electronics & Diagnostics
Dual-channel arbitrary waveform generator for testing and prototyping.
- • 60 MHz output
- • Dual channel
- • Arbitrary waveform
Reservation required
Professional Automotive Scanner
Electronics & Diagnostics
Full-system automotive diagnostic scanner with bi-directional control and coding capabilities.
- • OBD-II compliant
- • All systems coverage
- • Live data streaming
Reservation required
Three-Phase Power Analyzer
Electronics & Diagnostics
Professional power quality analyzer for industrial electrical systems.
- • Three-phase capable
- • Harmonics analysis
- • Data logging
Reservation required
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Have Equipment to Share?
Individuals and businesses can contribute tools or equipment to the Tool Library while retaining ownership. Turn idle equipment into income while supporting the local builder community.
Need Equipment?
Contact the shop to check availability, discuss your project needs, or schedule a reservation.