Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Building Supplies and Equipment Rentals in Mankato, MN
Founded in 1950, Waco Scaffolding & Supply Company has been a trusted provider of scaffolding systems, construction tools, and equipment rentals in Mankato, Minnesota. Our company began with a vision to make scaffolding accessible to smaller contractors through a rental model, pioneering an industry standard. Over seven decades, we have expanded our offerings to include concrete masonry products, drywall tools, flooring equipment, safety gear, and specialized construction tools while maintaining family ownership through four generations.Our commitment to customer satisfaction is reflected in our knowledgeable staff, extensive inventory, and dedication to meeting the evolving needs of contractors across Southern Minnesota and Northern Iowa. We operate from our original Mankato location, continually upgrading facilities to better serve our clients with showroom spaces, warehouses, and rental fleets. Today, we remain locally owned and operated, combining decades of expertise with modern solutions to support construction professionals.
Services
Scaffolding Products
Concrete Masonry Tools
Drywall Equipment
Flooring Tools
Measuring Tapes
Pneumatic Tools
Roofing Accessories
Safety Products
Shovels & Bars
Siding Tools
Details
- Year established: 1950
Highlights and features
- We have 75+ years of experience pioneering scaffolding rental solutions.
- Our inventory includes specialized construction tools for diverse project needs.
- Family-owned operation maintains personalized service across four generations.
- Locally stocked warehouse ensures quick access to essential construction equipment.
- Professional staff provides expert guidance for residential and commercial projects.
Services
Scaffolding Products
We offer comprehensive scaffolding solutions including frame systems, access frames, and safety components. Our inventory features standard end frames, narrow frames, guard rail systems, and multipurpose scaffolding units. Professional contractors benefit from durable, OSHA-compliant equipment suitable for both interior and exterior construction projects.
Concrete Masonry Tools
Our concrete and masonry product line includes form stakes, rebar ties, and specialized tools for concrete work. Contractors access both rental and purchase options for equipment needed in foundation work, retaining wall construction, and other masonry applications across residential and commercial projects.
Drywall Equipment
We provide complete drywall installation solutions featuring taping tools, mud mixers, texture machines, and lifting equipment. Our inventory includes manual and powered tools for drywall hanging, finishing, and texturing processes, available for both purchase and rental to professional contractors.
Pneumatic Tools
Our pneumatic tool selection features Paslode and Hitachi brands, including nailers, compressors, and fastening systems. These industrial-grade tools support framing, roofing, and finish carpentry applications, with both sales and rental options available for residential and commercial construction needs.
Safety Products
We supply comprehensive personal protective equipment including hard hats, safety vests, fall protection systems, and respiratory protection. Our safety product line covers OSHA compliance requirements for construction sites, with specialized gear for working at heights and hazardous environments.
People
Leonard C. Diegnau
Founder
Founded Waco Scaffolding in 1950 after pioneering scaffolding rental concepts. Developed industry-changing distribution models and established the company's Mankato headquarters through strategic land development projects.
Dennis Winch
Former Owner
Managed company operations for 25 years before transitioning leadership to the fourth generation. Maintained family ownership principles while expanding product offerings and modernizing facilities during his tenure.
Nathan Winch
Current Operator
Fourth-generation leader overseeing daily operations since 2013. Focuses on maintaining family business values while continuing equipment fleet expansion and service improvements for modern construction needs.
Questions
What construction products do you specialize in?
We specialize in scaffolding systems, concrete masonry tools, drywall equipment, pneumatic tools, and safety products for residential and commercial construction projects.
Do you offer equipment rental services?
Yes, we provide rental options for scaffolding, concrete tools, drywall lifts, pneumatic tools, and various construction equipment with flexible terms for contractors.
What areas do you serve?
We serve contractors throughout Southern Minnesota and Northern Iowa from our Mankato, MN headquarters location near Highway 169.
Are you open year-round?
We operate Monday-Friday 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM and Saturdays 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM except January-March. Sunday appointments are available upon request.
Reviews (3)
Fclc
Jun 29, 2021
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I am a lawn care provider and sometimes need to rent this or thats for jobs. Waco always has what I need for my jobs for rent and at a fair price. If something goes wrong, they send a dude right away to help get it fixed. If the problem is something that requires a part, they explain how I can keep running the machine and dont leave until they have trained everyone i want trained on how to fix it for the moment (parts problem only happened once and it was a choke on the 61ft lift).
Spray Away SoftWash
Jan 23, 2021
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We have been a customer for almost 30 years, professional place for all your rental tool and machinery needs.
Frank O.
Nov 18, 2017
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Professional and knowledgeable. Helped us out tremendously with a Uhaul lease and were even more knowledgeable than the official Uhaul dealer.
