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Quick Answer
Boom truck delivery uses a hydraulic crane mounted on a flatbed to lift and place pallets directly onto the floor of a building, up to 30 stories high. HB Build Pro runs boom trucks daily across Cambridge, Kitchener, Waterloo, Guelph, and the Region of Waterloo. Same-day service before 11 AM. Standard delivery fee covers everything within 50 km of Cambridge; per-km surcharge beyond.
How Does Boom Truck Delivery Work?
The driver pulls up to the curb, deploys hydraulic outriggers, extends the crane arm, and lifts pallets directly off the deck onto the target floor. For low-rise residential, the load lands on a balcony or window opening. For mid-rise commercial, the boom reaches floors 1 through 30 from street level. The crew on site is free to start hanging drywall instead of carrying it.
What Equipment Is on the Truck?
- Flatbed: typically 24 ft to 32 ft deck
- Knuckleboom or stick boom crane: 30 ton-meter to 80 ton-meter capacity depending on truck
- Hydraulic outriggers for stability on uneven ground
- Lifting forks, slings, and pallet hooks
- Driver certified for the lift and the crane operation (no separate operator needed)
What Does Boom Truck Delivery Cost in Cambridge?
Fees vary by load size, distance, and floor height. Typical Cambridge jobs settle in the $250 to $600 range for the delivery itself. Compare against the alternative: renting a forklift at $350 per day plus operator, or pulling a 2-man crew off their drywall work for 3 hours at $150 per hour. The boom truck wins on every variable for multi-story sites.
Cost Range by Job Type
| Job type | Typical fee | What's included |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family home, ground or 1st floor | $150 to $250 | Drop near garage / driveway |
| 2 to 4 story residential, balcony placement | $250 to $400 | Lift to balcony or window opening |
| Mid-rise condo, floors 5 to 15 | $350 to $550 | Lift to designated floor, single pallet per floor stagger |
| High-rise commercial, floors 15 to 30 | $500 to $800 | Higher boom reach surcharge, may need traffic detail |
For repeat contractor accounts, delivery fees roll into the project quote.
Which Materials Can Boom Truck Deliver?
- Drywall (1/2 inch, 5/8 inch Type X, green board, cement board)
- Insulation (fiberglass batt, mineral wool, rigid foam)
- Steel and wood framing
- Plywood and OSB sheathing
- Ceiling tile (suspended ceiling grid and panel)
- Tile setting materials and underlayments
- Doors and door packages
What Are the Limitations?
Floor Height
30 stories is the practical maximum for the trucks in our fleet. Anything higher needs a dedicated tower crane.
Site Access
The truck needs 14 ft horizontal clearance and at least 25 ft vertical clearance above the curb. Low-hanging wires, balcony overhangs, and tree branches block placement. Send a photo of the curb side when in doubt.
Weather
Boom operations pause in winds above 40 km/h or active lightning. We reschedule same-day or next-day at no charge.
How to Book a Boom Truck Delivery in Cambridge
Call 647-669-4035, WhatsApp 905-691-6160, or submit the quote form. Tell us the address, the floor number, the load (number of sheets or pallets), and the time window. We confirm pricing and a delivery slot within one business hour.
FAQ
Do you charge extra for tight-access lifts?
Lifts that need extended boom reach over an obstacle add 15% to the standard fee. Quoted upfront before booking.
What happens if my site is not ready when the truck arrives?
Two hour wait window is free. Beyond that, $85/hour standby, or reschedule for the next available slot.
Can the driver place on multiple floors in one trip?Yes. Up to 4 separate floor placements per delivery, no extra fee.Does the boom truck come with a forklift on board?
The crane handles all lifting. No separate forklift needed.
Are your drivers crane-certified?
Yes. All operators hold MOL crane operator credentials, Ontario Form 6 boom truck certification, and CSA-Z150 currency.
Book Today
Cambridge contractors, drywall subs, framing crews, condo developers, and renovation companies: call 647-669-4035 or WhatsApp 905-691-6160. Boom truck on site within hours, not days.