Buying Used or Buying New Equipment – Which is Better?

We recommend renting equipment for a wide range of reasons. Often, renting your equipment is a cheaper, faster, more supportive way to get the job done while allowing you to focus on other tasks that matter.

Occasionally though, there is a ‘right’ time to purchase equipment for your construction or industrial projects. Deciding whether to buy new or used can be a challenging one, with each option having its own positives and negatives. 

Which delivers the most value to you? Of course, every business is different, which is why it’s best to look at a comparison to make an informed decision. Let’s take a look…

Why Buy New Equipment?

Factory-Fresh Quality
New equipment comes straight from the manufacturer, which pretty much guarantees perfect condition. There are no dents and scratches, and there are rarely any performance issues. In the case where these do pop up, a warranty likely covers fixes. 

Latest Technology Inside and Out
The newest models of equipment come with fancy features that help to make operations more efficient and improve comfort for the operator: heated seats, fuel-efficient motors, electric upgrades, quieter systems and other tech improvements that may not be available on older models.

Warranty Protection
As previously mentioned, a warranty gives your business peace of mind, knowing that major costs will likely be covered, although fulfilling these warranty repairs may be time consuming.

Custom Options
When buying new, you can often select customizations or add-ons that suit your crew’s needs. These often have additional costs, of course.

Why Buying Used Equipment is the Smarter Choice

1. Huge Cost Savings

Bercon Rentals’ used equipment sales team members know pricing best and typically price our gently used inventory at 20–40% lower than new. Our used equipment is always ‘gently used’, and our team can walk you through each piece’s history and condition.

This decision to buy used allows you to make better use of your money and spend your savings on other corporate reinvestments, like hiring staff, upgrading facilities or increasing your marketing budget.

2. Proven Performance

Used equipment has a track record you know and can trust. Regular maintenance, which Bercon Rentals guarantees, delivers the same reliability and durability and can be used at your discretion.

For long-term and frequent usage, buying gently used equipment can see significant savings over even rentals!

3. Lower Depreciation

Just like a new car, the moment new equipment is purchased, its value drops. With used equipment, this initial depreciation has already occurred, meaning your investment retains its value over the time you own it.

4. Environmentally Friendly

When you purchase used, you’re reducing manufacturing waste. Think of all of the materials you’re single handedly diverting from landfills! Buying used equipment from Bercon is a smart move not only for your pocketbook but also for the planet.

Why Used Equipment From Bercon Rentals is the Way to Go

When you buy used equipment from Bercon Rentals, you’re not just saving money and hoping the equipment works the way it should. You’re gaining access to professionally maintained, North American branded equipment that’s ready to work from day one. From forklifts to boom lifts and telehandlers, every item in our used equipment inventory meets our strict quality standards.

While new equipment has a few advantages, the choice that has the best benefits is often used. Explore Bercon’s online inventory today and see how Bercon Rentals can help you get the job done—for less.

Contact us now to learn more about our used equipment options and find the perfect fit for your needs.