Street sweepers are an integral part of surface preparation equipment. A street sweeper is driven by a motor-driven power take-off, with the transmission mounted to the rear axle. The vehicle's forward motion powers the agitator at the rear of the sweeper unit. As it moves along streets and roads, it leaves behind a trail of water washed from surface cracks, crevices and imperfections. Street sweepers are available in walk-behind or ride-on models. For large ride-on models, additional licensing or certification may be required. Check your local requirements.

Sweepers are equipped with a watering mechanism that sprays the street. There are brushes that then scrub the dirt away and other brushes that sweep debris onto a conveyor belt to a holding receptacle.

The cost of street sweeper rentals will vary depending on the machine's brand, size and capabilities. To learn more about sweeper costs enter your location and rental term details to see local rates or contact a United Rentals expert near you.