Heave is an equipment sourcing platform that connects construction professionals with suppliers for the sale and rental of heavy machinery. By streamlining access to a wide range of equipment, Heave addresses the challenge of inefficient procurement processes in the construction industry.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Construction companies often face challenges in quickly sourcing qualified technicians for heavy equipment repairs, leading to prolonged downtime and increased operational costs. Traditional methods rely on contacting dealerships or local service providers, which can be slow, inefficient, and lack transparency in pricing and technician qualifications. This results in delays in getting equipment back online, impacting project timelines and profitability.
Solution
Heave provides an on-demand service platform that connects construction professionals with a network of vetted, independent heavy equipment technicians. Through a mobile app or web interface, users can specify the location, make, and model of their equipment, describe the issue, and book a technician based on their profile, hourly rate, and customer ratings. Heave offers transparent invoicing, direct communication with technicians, and service guarantees to ensure quality and customer satisfaction. By streamlining the service request process and providing access to a wide range of qualified technicians, Heave minimizes equipment downtime and reduces repair costs for construction companies.
Target Audience
Heave primarily targets large contractors in industries such as utilities, heavy civil construction, excavation, and site preparation, as well as national rental companies, who own fleets of heavy equipment and are seeking faster, more efficient service solutions.
Features
- Mobile app and web platform for requesting on-demand heavy equipment service
- Access to a network of insured and trained independent technicians
- Technician profiles with experience, qualifications, skills, ratings, and reviews
- Real-time chat for direct communication with technicians
- Transparent invoicing with upfront estimated fees and labor hours
- Service coverage for a wide range of equipment brands, including Caterpillar, John Deere, and Komatsu
- 100% money-back guarantee on the first service and a 500-hour or 90-day warranty
- Digital platform to track service history and manage equipment maintenance