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hours & location
We are located at:
1706 Hancock St
Ridgewood, NY 11385
If you need gear outside those hours, just let us know.
about us
PAT Rentals was started by Patryk Rebisz, a NYC-based director of photography. The gear we rent is used on
our
own
productions so it's meticulously maintained. Since we work with the gear, we can provide answers to your
productions challenges. Patryk has been DP'ing since 2004 and has filmed in every type of location. Big or
small
budget, we have the answer!
And yes, you can hire Patryk as DP or gaffer on your next production.
Check out his work here.
faq
How does it work?
You can phone, text or email us your needs and we'll reach out to you with no-commitment quote. If you OK the quote we'll put together the package for you through ShareGrid or KitSplit - those portals take care of the insurance.
Do you deliver?
Although we don't deliver, some renters arrange Uber for pick up of SMALL orders.
I don't have the insurance, what do I do?
Since we do the bookings through KitSplit or ShareGrid, you purchase their low-cost short-term insurance.
Are you really open 24/7?
We have our home 2 block away from the office so we can accommodate some strange hours. That said, we do have small children so unless it's an emergency, we prefer regular working hours.
Can you rent outside of KitSplit or ShareGrid?
Yes and no. If we met through one of those renal sites, we prefer to keep on working through them.
What are advantages of renting through you as opposed to larger rental house?
We don't have overhead costs so we pass on the savings onto you, the renter. In essence, we are most affordable source for your gear needs! Moreover, with a vast knowledge of film set, we have expertise to help you come up with great solutions to any of your problems.
If you rent through KitSplit and ShareGrid, wouldn't I get a better deal renting from individuals on those platforms?
No. We can match price of any individuals. So you always get the best deal. Moreover, since we are one-stop shop, you don't spend your precious time driving all around Brooklyn and Queens to pick up your order.
What brands do you carry?
We carry gear from the following brands: American Grip, Modern Studio, Arri, Lowel, Advantage Grip, Avenger Grip, Matthews, Kino Flo, ETC / Source Four, Rosco, Lee, Mole Richardson, Dedolight, LTM, Chimera, Aputure, Westcott, Libec, Satchler, Mafrotto, Canon, Impact, Kupo, Quasar Science, MSE, LitePanel, Honda, Motorola.