Had to pick between a 5-ton and a 10-ton for a tricky lift in a tight alley

Keith Ward · 2026-03-28T23:55:06.157369+00:00

We were setting a new HVAC unit on a roof in Philly, and the access was this narrow alley with power lines. I could either bring in the smaller 5-ton and maybe need two lifts, or try to fit the bigger 10-ton and do it in one go. I went with the 5-ton, thinking it would be safer to navigate. It took us about 3 hours total with the extra setup and lift, but we cleared those lines with room to spare. Honestly, the extra time was worth not sweating a close call. Anyone else faced a similar choice between speed and playing it safe in a tight spot?

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