Frequently Asked Questions

Almost always, yes — and by more than most people expect. Equipment rental yards in the Branson area charge $250–$350 per day for a skidloader, plus a $75–$150 delivery fee, plus the cost of diesel. Then you spend time loading the machine, figuring out the controls, and hoping you don't damage something or get stuck. When you hire Mike, you pay one all-in price that covers the machine, the fuel, the trailer, and 20+ years of real experience. Mike also gets the job done in a fraction of the time a first-timer would take — which means less disruption to your property and your day. See our full cost comparison →

Yes, and it's one of the most common reasons customers call Mike instead of the rental yard. Most equipment companies around Branson keep strict weekday business hours. Mike works Saturdays and Sundays because that's when most homeowners and property owners actually have time to get things done. Call or text (417) 209-3210 to check availability for your weekend.

Mike primarily serves Branson, Skyview, Luster, Pointe Royale, and the surrounding Taney County area. If you're outside those areas, just call or text — he'll let you know right away whether he can get to you. There may be a travel fee for jobs further out, and Mike will always be upfront about that before any work begins.

Yes. Mike runs a 16-ft dump trailer and hauls away junk, old lumber, scrap metal, demolition debris, construction waste, and yard material. For large piles of debris, he can use the skidloader to load the trailer before hauling — which makes the whole job much faster. For most residential hauling jobs, hiring Mike with his dump trailer is cheaper and faster than renting a roll-off dumpster.

Yes to both. Driveway grading and gravel work is one of the most common jobs Mike does around Branson and Taney County. He grades the base material with the skidloader and box blade, corrects drainage issues, and spreads fresh gravel. He can also deliver the gravel with his dump trailer if you need it sourced and brought in — just let him know when you call.

The fastest way is to call or text Mike directly at (417) 209-3210. Describe your project — what needs doing, roughly how big the area is, and where you're located. Mike will give you a straight answer and a fair price, usually right on the phone. You can also fill out the contact form and Mike will get back to you quickly.

Yes. Mike uses a tractor with a brushhog attachment to knock down overgrown fields, thick brush, tall grass, small saplings, and overgrown fence lines. Brush hogging is one of the most popular services for property owners in Skyview, Luster, and rural parts of Taney County who are reclaiming neglected land, preparing a lot for building, or getting a property ready to sell.

Yes. Mike uses a skidloader-mounted snow blower to clear driveways and parking lots around Branson. The big advantage over a standard plow is that a snow blower throws the snow clear of the area instead of piling it up on the sides — which means no ice banks blocking your driveway exit and no refreeze across the cleared surface. Mike's available on weekends and early mornings — call or text when you need it.

Yes. Mike does site grading and preparation for sheds, workshops, home additions, mobile homes, and other structures. He levels the site, moves fill material where needed, and shapes drainage so your pad holds up through Branson's freeze-thaw cycles. If you're pouring concrete or setting a foundation, a properly graded pad is money well spent up front.

Mike owns and maintains all of his own equipment — no rentals, no subcontractors. His fleet includes: a skidloader with multiple attachments (box blade, snow blower), a tractor with brushhog, and a 16-ft dump trailer. When you hire Mike, you're getting the operator who owns the machine and knows it inside and out — not someone who rented it that morning.