Why Buy Pre-Owned Restaurant Equipment?

Is owning a restaurant a dream that you have finally realized? However, if you have just started or need to get creative with running your business, then brand-new restaurant equipment may not be in your budget right now. In that case, pre-owned restaurant equipment may be the right option for you. Why consider pre-owned restaurant equipment?

1. You Pay Less

As a new restaurateur, you likely have a lot to worry about, including the costs of your venture. You might have already invested a lot of money in buying or renting your restaurant space, decorating or designing it to your specifications, and getting ingredients for your menu. While your restaurant space might have already come with some equipment, you likely do not have everything you need.

That is where pre-owned restaurant equipment comes in. Instead of having to use lots of additional capital on expensive brand-new equipment, you can still get quality used equipment for a fraction of the cost. You will be able to serve your customers with their favorite dishes without feeling the impact of too much capital invested before seeing a respectable profit.

2. You Still Quality Service

When you think of pre-owned restaurant equipment, you might be concerned that its used status will reveal itself in considerable wear and tear, fewer years of service, or eventual failure. However, before you simply dismiss pre-owned restaurant equipment, understand that the companies that sell this equipment usually vet its condition and ensure that the equipment they sell is in decent condition.

Before you buy any piece of equipment, research it thoroughly to ensure its quality. Do not be afraid to ask questions, examine the equipment for yourself, enquire about the vetting process all equipment undergoes, and be cautious if need be. You are still spending money to buy this equipment, so you deserve equipment that will provide you with years of good service.

Thankfully, the vetting process that each piece of equipment goes through can give you a sense of calm and relief. You can feel sure that

you will have invested your money well in a quality piece of equipment.

Additionally, much of the equipment still comes from industry brand names. While you will not get the advantage of warranties for these pieces, you can be more assured of quality when you buy a piece of equipment from a well-known brand.

3. You Find Unique Equipment

With used equipment, you will never know what you find. Since you get what others have already used, you might anything from a barely used to a vintage piece of equipment. And while you likely just want to ensure that all equipment simply works well, pre-owned equipment can sometimes give you something that works well with your theme, layout, or menu.

Part of the appeal of looking through pre-owned equipment is finding pieces you never thought you would need. Whether you find a barely used fryer from a well-known industry brand name or a unique hot dog roller, you can discover lots of quality pieces when you search for pre-owned equipment.

Find Pre-Owned Equipment for Your Restaurant

If you want quality used restaurant equipment that comes with the quality assurance you need, Hawkins Commercial Appliance Service Inc. can help. We offer a selection of carefully vetted pieces of restaurant equipment, all of which we ensure is of decent quality. Additionally, we also have some surplus brand-new equipment as well. If you are interested in what we have, look through our available inventory and contact us for more information. We will be happy to go over any questions or concerns you may have.