How Renting with RAECO Rents Works

Rental charges start on the Rental Start Date you choose, not the day we ship. Shipping days, Get Acquainted time, and a one-day return buffer carry no rental charges. Online checkout covers rentals up to 14 days, and longer rentals are available by quote. Here is what arrives in your shipment, how the rental period works, and how to send equipment back.

Getting Started: What's in Your Shipment

Your equipment package includes:

  • The rental equipment

    Fully calibrated and tested

  • All accessories

    Needed for operation (adapters, cables, chargers, etc.)

  • Current calibration certificate

    Digital copy sent with shipping notification on request (for most products)

  • Return shipping label included

    Prepaid for your convenience

  • Quick reference guides

    Where applicable

  • Consumable supplies

    Available and included if purchased through RAECO Rents

Pro tip: Inspect your shipment upon arrival. If anything is missing or damaged, contact us immediately at 866-736-8347.

How the Rental Period Works

Understanding when rental charges apply

Jun
1
Ship Date
No Charges
Equipment Ships

We send your equipment with plenty of time before your rental start date.

In Transit (2-3 days)
No charges during shipping
Jun
4
You Receive
No Charges
Equipment Arrives (Planned Delivery)

This is when we plan to have the equipment delivered to your job site or location - typically 1-2 days before your rental start date. You're still not being charged.

Get Acquainted (1-2 days)
Free time to set up & test
Jun
6
Rental Starts
Charges Begin
Rental Period Begins

This is the Rental Start Date you selected - often the first day you need to start sampling or the first day of your project. This is when your rental period begins and charges start, not when we shipped it.

Your Rental Period
From your selected start date to end date
Jun
13
Rental Ends
Charges End
Return Period Ends

Your rental period ends, and charges stop. You now have one day to return the equipment.

Buffer Period (1 day)
Grace period for drop-off
Jun
14
Return Date
No Charges
Return Date (Carrier Drop-off Deadline)

Drop off the equipment at your designated carrier (FedEx or UPS, depending on your shipping method) by this date. One day buffer after rental ends.

Your Advantage: You only pay for the rental period you selected. Shipping time, Get Acquainted days, and the 1-day return buffer are all neutral periods. We build in extra time so you're never rushed.

Need Equipment for Longer Than 14 Days?

Longer rentals are available by quote. Online checkout covers rentals up to 14 days. If you need equipment for a month, several months, or the length of a project, call us or request a quote and we will set up your rental dates and pricing. Rental charges still start on the Rental Start Date you choose, and every unit ships under the Instant-On Guarantee.

Returning Your Equipment

Returning equipment is simple and straightforward:

  1. Pack Carefully

    Return all equipment and accessories in the original case or packaging. Include all cables, chargers, adapters, and documentation. Secure the case to prevent damage during transit.

  2. Attach the Return Label

    Use the prepaid return shipping label included in your shipment. Cover or remove any old shipping labels to avoid confusion, delayed returns, or additional charges.

  3. Ship It Back

    Drop off at any UPS or FedEx location (depending on your shipping method) or schedule a pickup. Ship the equipment on or before your rental end date. Keep your tracking receipt for your records.

Find Drop-off Locations

Easily locate the nearest FedEx or UPS drop-off location to return your equipment.

FedEx Drop-off Locations

Find the nearest FedEx location to drop off your equipment using the prepaid return label.

Find FedEx Locations

UPS Drop-off Locations

Find the nearest UPS location to drop off your equipment using the prepaid return label.

Find UPS Locations
Important: Make sure to use the carrier that matches your return shipping label (FedEx or UPS). Check your return label to confirm which carrier to use. Most drop-off locations are open extended hours for your convenience.

Still Have Questions?

Browse our FAQ or see what sets RAECO Rents apart, from our Instant-On Guarantee to our free Get Acquainted Day.