Powerful Plant, Skilled Operators

 

We offer a wide range of modern, fully maintained plant machinery, all operated by our qualified and experienced operators, for a safe and efficient service on your project. Our fleet includes:

JCB 3CX backhoe loader – versatile for digging, loading, and site clearance
1.5 Tonne Takeuchi 360° Excavator – perfect for tight spaces and precise excavation

All our operators are CPCS-qualified, highly trained, and experienced in working on both domestic and commercial sites. We can assist with a wide range of projects, from trenching and soakaways to footings, pond construction, and swimming pool excavation. 

No matter how big or small your Cornish project, JM Plant Hire and Landscaping offers the expertise and equipment to help. Our services include:

Our Plant Hire Services Include

 

  • Trenching & Drainage Installation
    We provide professional trenching and drainage installation services for both domestic and commercial projects across West Cornwall. Our team can dig precise trenches for water, gas, or drainage systems, ensuring your site meets all regulations. From residential driveways to self-build foundations, we handle everything efficiently and safely.

  • Soakaways & Sewage Connections
    At JM Plant Hire and Landscaping, we’re experienced in installing soakaways, septic tanks, and sewage connections. Whether you need a sustainable drainage solution for your home or a full sewage treatment plant for a new build, our experts can design, dig, and install systems that comply with environmental standards and local building regulations.

  • Swimming Pools & Wildlife Ponds
    We offer expert excavation and installation for swimming pools, garden ponds, and wildlife ponds. Our team can help create a beautiful and functional pond to attract wildlife or a safe and durable swimming pool for your family, using precise excavation and quality groundwork techniques.

  • Ground Clearance & Site Preparation
    Our ground clearance and site preparation services make your construction or landscaping project stress-free. We clear vegetation, level uneven land, remove debris, and prepare the site for foundations, driveways, or landscaping projects, ensuring a safe and solid base for your build.

  • Footings & Hard Landscaping
    We install strong, durable footings and carry out hard landscaping work including driveways, patios, and access roads. Using high-quality materials and skilled plant operators, we ensure your groundwork and hard landscaping projects are finished to a professional standard.

  • Cable Laying
    JM Plant Hire and Landscaping provides professional cable laying services for domestic and commercial properties. Our team can install electrical, telecom, or fibre-optic cables safely and efficiently, using precise trenching techniques to minimise disruption to your property and surrounding area.

  • Demolition of Unsafe or Disused Buildings
    We safely handle demolition of unsafe, disused, or redundant buildings. Our qualified operators use modern machinery to remove structures efficiently while adhering to health and safety standards, ensuring minimal impact on your property and environment.

  • Archaeological Site Support
    We provide specialist archaeological site support, assisting excavation teams with careful groundworks to protect sensitive areas. Our trained operators work closely with archaeologists to ensure that construction or landscaping projects proceed safely without compromising the integrity of historical or archaeological sites.

Our team prides itself on skilled workmanship, attention to detail, and a friendly, professional approach. We work closely with every client to provide a personal, reliable service and ensure 100% customer satisfaction.

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Why choose JM Landscaping and Plant Hire

  • Fully qualified, trained, and professional operators
  • Modern, well-maintained plant hire fleet
  • Domestic and commercial project experience
  • 24-hour call-out service for urgent jobs
  • Proud of our local reputation and 5-star customer reviews

Trusted by Local Homeowners & Builders in Cornwall

In a close-knit community such as West Cornwall, reputation matters. For the past decade, JM Plant Hire and Landscaping is proud to have built a loyal customer base of homeowners, farmers, builders, landowners, and local businesses across Lands End, St Just, Sennen, St Buryan, Porthcurno, Penzance, Marazion, St Ives, Hayle, Helston and the wider West Cornwall area.

“We have used JM Plant Hire for several projects now and are very pleased with both their work skills and pricing. John and his staff are a pleasure to work with. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them for any size project you may have.”

 – Keith Wells

 

Get in Touch

For professional plant hire and excavation services in West Cornwall, contact JM Plant Hire and Landscaping today on  01736 872 714 and let us help make your project a success.

We are proud to say we hold the following corporate accreditations and memberships.

Cornwall Council

Cornwall council

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city and guilds

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