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Site PrepMar 15, 20265 min read

How to Prep Your Site for a Boom Truck Crane Lift

A smooth crane day starts before the truck ever rolls in. When the site is staged correctly, we can set up faster, lift safer, and keep every trade moving.

Make sure access is truly crane-ready

Access is more than an open gate. Our crew needs a clear route for the boom truck, enough turning room, and a stable setup area that can handle truck weight plus outrigger load.

If the site has narrow drives, soft shoulders, new flatwork, or low-hanging branches, those need to be identified before lift day. Small access problems are one of the biggest causes of schedule delays.

Check overhead and ground conditions early

Power lines, tree limbs, signage, and nearby roof edges all affect boom path and swing radius. We also need to know where underground utilities, vaults, and weak pavement may affect outrigger placement.

Photos from multiple angles and a quick description of the load, height, and landing area help us plan the correct setup before arrival.

Coordinate the site crew before the truck arrives

The best lifts happen when the receiving crew is ready. That means rigging points confirmed, the landing zone cleared, and one point person available to coordinate with the operator.

If everyone is staged and materials are ready, a lift that could drag into half a day is often completed in a fraction of the time.

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