If you're in the Miami area, I found several rental options for hardwood-floor sanders. The important distinction is that “dustless” usually means a sander connected to a dust-extraction/HEPA vacuum, rather than a completely dust-free machine.
Best options I found
Alltool Rental Co. — Hollywood
They specifically list a hardwood drum sander at about $71/day and a wood-floor edger at $36/day. They also list floor-care equipment and serve Miami/Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood.
Herc Rentals — Miami/Doral
This is probably the one I'd call first if dust control is your priority. Herc specifically advertises hardwood floor sanders plus dust-extraction systems, so you can ask for a sander/vacuum combination.
Sunbelt Rentals Flooring Solutions — Miramar
This is a specialty flooring-rental branch with floor-care equipment and vacuums, making it another good place to ask specifically for a dustless hardwood sanding setup.
Rental Center at The Home Depot — Coconut Grove
Home Depot rents floor sanders and shop vacs; its rental information specifically mentions using a floor sander and shop vac for wooden floors.
RenTooL Equipment Rental — Hialeah
They list floor buffers and wet/dry vacuums, though I would call first to verify a hardwood sander and dust-extraction setup.
One thing I'd recommend
For a DIY hardwood refinish, don't just rent a “dustless sander.” Ask:
“Do you rent a hardwood drum or orbital sander with a dedicated dust-extraction/HEPA vacuum, and are the hoses/adapters included?”
That's much closer to the setup professionals call dustless sanding. You'll also generally want an edger for the perimeter.
If you tell me your ZIP code or neighborhood in Miami, I can narrow this down to the 3 closest places and compare their current rental prices/equipment.
True, 100% "dustless" trailer-mounted containment systems are typically only owned by professional flooring contractors , but you can rent "low-dust" equipment that achieves a similar result. Most standard DIY rental floor sanders come equipped with integrated vacuum systems and onboard dust bags that capture a significant portion of the debris.
For the closest thing to a dustless DIY experience, you can rent professional-grade sanders and hook them up directly to heavy-duty, HEPA-filtered dust extraction vacuums.
The primary nationwide and regional retailers where you can rent this equipment include:
Major Home Improvement & Tool Rental Chains
The Home Depot Tool Rental Center Tool Rental Service
This is the most widely available option. They rent Drum Sanders (highly aggressive for removing deep finishes), Random Orbital Floor Sanders (easier for beginners to avoid gouging), and Floor Edgers . Most models feature a built-in dust-collection port or attached vacuum bag. You can also rent commercial-grade shop vacs separately to daisy-chain for better suction.
Lowe’s Tool Rental 3.9 (3.6K)Home improvement store
4550 W Pico Blvd Unit d-101
Call Directions Website Select Lowe's locations offer tool rental fleets that carry Varathane or Clarke random orbit and drum sanders, which similarly utilize localized dust bag collections.
Sunbelt Rentals or Herc Rentals These national industrial equipment yards offer pro-grade floor prep machinery. They often carry more heavy-duty equipment than standard home improvement stores, including rotary sanders with full dust-skirt attachments meant to run alongside large commercial vacuums.
Local Options
Independent Equipment Yards : Local operations (such as BV Rentals, Taylor Rental , or independent regional chains) often carry well-maintained, heavy-duty floor equipment.
Specialty Lumber & Hardwood Distributors : Some local flooring supply stores that cater primarily to contractors will rent out high-end multi-disc or belt sanders (like Bona or Lägler models) that are explicitly engineered for superior dust containment.
Pro-Tips for Keeping the Job "Dustless"
Rent a Vacuum Separately: Do not rely solely on the cloth bag that comes with the sander. Rent a professional, high-CFM dust extractor or a HEPA shop vacuum, and use a hose adapter to connect it directly to the sander's exhaust port.
Seal the Room: Even with great equipment, some dust will escape. Tape plastic sheeting over doorways, HVAC vents, and windows to keep particles isolated.
Use the Right Sequence: If you are tackling a floor with an existing thick polyurethane finish, you will typically need to start with a drum sander to cut through it, followed by an edger for the perimeter, and a large orbital sander to smooth out the transition scratch marks.
If you would like to pinpoint exact availability, please share your city or zip code . I can check nearby rental locations and look up their specific rates.
