Turn a debris pile into a mulch pile
Every tree-trimming or storm-cleanup job produces the same thing: a mountain of branches nobody wants to load into a pickup one by one and drive to the landfill five times. A tow-behind chipper solves that in one afternoon — you feed limbs into one end and get shredded mulch out the other, discharged straight into a dump trailer or the corner of your yard.
EquipScape rents tow-behind wood chippers built for residential and light-commercial work in El Paso. Our chippers handle limbs up to 6 inches in diameter, which covers virtually every tree trimming, dead-limb removal, and post-storm cleanup job in the city.
Every chipper is inspected between rentals — knives, feed roller, engine, hitch, and safety guards. If something's not right, it doesn't leave the yard.
What people use wood chippers for in El Paso
The two biggest uses are seasonal tree trimming and post-storm cleanup. El Paso's monsoon storms take down cottonwood, mulberry, and mesquite limbs every summer, and a rented chipper is the fastest way to process the debris without a bunch of landfill trips. Homeowners and property managers pair the chipper with a dump trailer from our yard — one loads while the other empties.
Landscape contractors rent chippers for the trimming season and for tree-removal jobs where hauling out whole limbs isn't practical. Fire-mitigation crews use them to process brush clearing around properties, which is increasingly important as fire-risk pressure grows in the region.
The wood chips themselves are a bonus product. Fresh chips make excellent mulch for pathways, wood-chip landscaping, and garden beds after a short aging period. Rather than paying to haul debris away and paying again for bagged mulch, you're closing the loop on your own property.
Rental terms, tow setup, and operating tips
Rent by the day for a one-off cleanup or by the week for a bigger job. Most residential trimming and storm cleanups wrap in a single day of chipping — plan on one to three cubic yards of material per hour depending on how quickly you can feed the chute.
Tow-behind chippers use a standard 2-inch ball or pintle hitch and a 7-pin trailer plug. A half-ton pickup with the tow package handles the smaller units without any issue. Bigger diesel-powered chippers want a heavier tow setup. We'll confirm your truck matches at pickup.
Before you leave the yard we walk you through startup, engagement of the feed roller, emergency shutoff, and safe feeding technique. Never wear loose sleeves or gloves near the intake, always use the provided push stick for the last foot of any limb, and keep everyone else at least 10 feet away from the discharge chute while the machine is running.
Popular uses in El Paso
Seasonal tree trimming
Process a full day of trimming on-site instead of hauling limbs to the landfill.
Monsoon storm cleanup
Turn a pile of downed cottonwood and mesquite into mulch in one afternoon.
Property fire mitigation
Chip brush and low limbs cleared for defensible space around the house.
Landscape mulch production
Generate your own mulch for pathways, garden beds, and wood-chip landscaping.
Why rent from EquipScape
- Handles limbs up to 6 inches in diameter
- Tows behind a standard half-ton truck
- Directional discharge chute for easy collection
- Full pre-rental safety briefing
- Same-day pickup on most machines
- Pairs perfectly with a dump trailer rental
Rental requirements
What to bring when you pick up. Call ahead if anything isn't a match — we'll help you figure it out.
- Valid driver's license and proof of insurance
- Credit or debit card for the security deposit
- Tow vehicle rated for the trailer/equipment weight (for towable rentals)
- Renter must be 21 years or older
Delivery & pickup across the El Paso metro
Pick up at our Montana Avenue yard or let us deliver directly to your job site. We serve El Paso, Horizon City, Socorro, Canutillo, Anthony, and Sunland Park.
- Same-day pickup available on most units
- Metro-wide delivery — call for a firm rate to your ZIP
- Weekend and after-hours drop-off by arrangement
- Full walk-through and safety briefing at handoff
Safety tips before you start
Every rental includes a hands-on walk-through at pickup. Keep these in mind on the job.
- Wear safety glasses, hearing protection, and closed-toe boots
- Never bypass safety guards, kill switches, or interlocks
- Keep bystanders and pets clear of the work area
- Follow the fuel and fluid specs we provide at pickup
- Stop work and call us if anything feels off — never force a machine
Rental FAQs
What size branches can your wood chippers handle?
Our tow-behind chippers handle limbs from small twigs up to 6 inches in diameter depending on the model. That covers virtually all residential tree trimming and storm cleanup work in El Paso. For larger limbs, cut down to size with a chainsaw first — the chipper handles anything that fits in the chute.
Do I need a special hitch to tow a wood chipper?
Most tow-behind chippers use a standard 2-inch ball or pintle hitch and a 7-pin trailer plug. A half-ton pickup with the tow package handles the smaller chippers easily. Larger diesel-powered chippers may want a heavier tow setup — we'll confirm at the yard.
How much wood can a chipper process in an hour?
A crew feeding continuously can process one to three cubic yards of material per hour depending on limb size, wood type, and how quickly you can move branches to the chute. Storm cleanup and dead limb removal go faster than fresh green wood.
Can I keep the wood chips?
Yes. The chips discharge through a directional chute, and most renters aim it into their own dump trailer or truck bed for reuse as mulch, pathway cover, or garden bed topping. Fresh green chips should age for a few weeks before using around sensitive plants.
Do you provide fuel with the chipper?
The chipper comes fueled at pickup. Refuel before returning with whatever fuel type it takes — gas or diesel depending on the model. We'll show you the fuel spec and where the fill is at pickup.
What safety gear should I use?
Safety glasses, hearing protection, and cut-resistant gloves are the minimum. Never wear loose sleeves or gloves near the feed roller, and use the provided push stick for the last section of any limb. We cover the full safety briefing before you leave the yard.