A newly introduced service in Manchester is offering residents access to professional-grade tools and equipment without the financial commitment of buying them outright.
Tooltap Manchester, a locally founded venture, has introduced an online rental platform offering cleaning equipment including carpet cleaner hire and pressure washer hire in Manchester, with additional items expected to be added in coming months.
“Our research showed that the average power tool is used for less than 13 hours throughout its lifetime, while items like carpet cleaners are typically used just twice yearly,” explains a company representative. “This presented an opportunity to create a more efficient solution for Manchester residents.”
The service launches at a time when many households are feeling the strain of rising living costs. By prioritising access over ownership, Tooltap presents an economical option for locals to use high-quality equipment only when required.
Established by entrepreneurs from Manchester, Tooltap aims to replicate the success of sharing economy platforms seen in other UK cities, while tailoring its services to meet the distinct needs of Greater Manchester communities.
The platform employs digital identity checks in place of traditional cash deposits, ensures all equipment is sanitised after use, and provides both a delivery option throughout Manchester and a pick-up point in Salford. Rental durations are also designed to be flexible to suit a range of project timelines.
With sustainability in mind, the sharing model is intended to reduce the need for excessive production by maximising item usage. “Each tool shared means one less item manufactured and eventually discarded,” notes the company representative. “We’re building a more sustainable approach to accessing the equipment people need only when they need it.”
Future plans include expanding the equipment range in line with customer demand, potentially adding kitchen gadgets, gardening tools, and more DIY options. “We’re taking a data-driven approach to scaling, focusing on categories where sharing makes the most economic and practical sense for Manchester residents,” the representative added.
