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FireRetardant@lemmy.world ⁨6⁩ ⁨days⁩ ago

Even then, most companies would be better off running 2 trucks and ssets of equipment rather than 1 big truck hauling everyone and everything… It would cost a bit more than one big truck but significantly improve operational flexibility.

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Bluewing@lemmy.world ⁨6⁩ ⁨days⁩ ago
It would be more than a “bit” more. There would be the purchase price of 2 trucks, license fees for plates, commercial insurance for 2 trucks, 2 trailers, and maintenance for 2 trucks and trailers. And it would be silly for just one crew of 3 or 4 people, which most small contractors are. So unless you have a real need to own multiples and have multiple crews all working at the same time, doubling your equipment always costs more.

But for 2-man crews, there is no reason for a crew cab, and you don’t see them as a rule.

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- FireRetardant@lemmy.world ⁨6⁩ ⁨days⁩ ago
  Yes, but a genuine light, single cab truck is significantly cheaper than the crew cab super duty, especially once you account for fuel economy and maintenance. Its like spending more up front for a more effecient appliance. You end up saving in the long run despite more cost up front.
  
  You also have better operational flexibility. One truck could take off with 2 crew members to another jobsite once the bulk of the work or certain equipment is finished at the first job site. You could also position the trucks and equipment at different locations on a large multi acre property.
  
  Under most circumstances, 2 light trucks makes more sense than 1 super duty.
  
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  - Bluewing@lemmy.world ⁨5⁩ ⁨days⁩ ago
    Do the math…
    
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Omgpwnies@lemmy.world ⁨6⁩ ⁨days⁩ ago
It’s more likely that a company will get a van or cube/box truck (think U-haul), that has all the equipment and stuff, and the rest of the workers just take their own transportation to the job site. Virtually any time I’ve seen a company-owned pickup that wasn’t kitted out for a task, it was for the boss.

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- FireRetardant@lemmy.world ⁨6⁩ ⁨days⁩ ago
  Thats common if its something they don’t do often or are using equipment they rented. Landscapers, independent home builders, and other certain trades often have their own equipment and trucks/trailers to haul it.
  
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