Manchester residents can now take advantage of a new tool-sharing platform that provides temporary access to professional equipment without the burden of ownership.
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 arrives in response to mounting financial pressures faced by households across the region. By offering an on-demand alternative, Tooltap enables users to access equipment as needed — helping avoid large upfront costs.
Tooltap aims to build on the success of similar platforms elsewhere in the UK, but with a strong focus on serving the unique requirements of Greater Manchester’s communities.
Security and convenience are key aspects of the platform, which uses digital identity verification instead of requiring deposits. The service ensures all equipment is thoroughly sanitised, provides home delivery in Manchester, and offers a collection option from Salford. Flexible rental terms allow customers to choose durations that suit their specific tasks.
Sustainability is a central theme behind the business model, which seeks to cut waste and overproduction. “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.”
Looking ahead, Tooltap plans to diversify its catalogue by taking direction from user feedback, potentially adding kitchen, gardening, and home improvement items. “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.
