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Many restaurant and bakery owners grapple with the idea of saving money by purchasing used equipment instead of paying full price for brand new equipment. Is it essentially better to buy new ovens, mixers, and fryers? Or should restaurants and bakeries purchase used items so they can put their money elsewhere?<\/span><\/address>\n

\u00a0Most people don’t realize the amount of money it costs to not only open a business but keep it running. Therefore, as a business owner you must decide how you can make the most of the money you have. Food costs are accelerating and then there’s always the rent, electric bill, and the cost of labor to worry about. Every penny counts and deciding where those pennies go is crucial to any business well being.<\/p>\n

Many restaurants and bakeries struggle with the dilemma of whether to buy new or used when it comes to equipment like mixers, ovens, and fryers. Do they cut a percentage off their total bill by buying used or do they spend a significant amount of money on new equipment? What’s even worse is that there’s’ no right answer. There’s no cut and dry solution. What might work for one business owner may not for another. So instead of telling you what to do, we’ve simply created a pros and cons list so you can decide what’s best for your company.<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s start with used equipment.<\/b><\/p>\n

There is a huge market for used equipment. The word “used” has a negative connotation but it doesn’t mean it lives up to its name. Just think about your friends and family who have bought used cars. Used cars are significantly cheaper than brand new cars and a majority of them last for years without any major problems. Same goes for equipment. Sure you might buy a new sink only to have it leak the next month, or buy a food warmer only to find out it doesn’t work. But many customers buy used freezers and steamers, allowing them to spend money on other aspects of their business. Saving money means you can put that money towards something else, helping ease the stress of money. The only suggestion we have is to make sure you purchase used equipment by a reputable source. A source that gives you a warranty or a guarantee, a source that is known for their excellent equipment. There is the risk that the equipment may break or be a piece of junk, but if you get it from a reputable company, chances are it will last for a while. And anyone who knows its used history. The owner could have bought a new version, closed up shop, or decided to go in a different direction.<\/p>\n

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