Running a construction business is an expensive endeavour, and that is why looking at used construction vehicles and machinery for sale might save you money.
Bulldozers, earthmovers, excavation machines, loaders, cranes, graders, forklifts, jackhammers and more. Construction equipment and vehicles are essential for any construction company. The machinery and vehicles should be durable and able to take a lot of strain. If your company is involved in any sort of construction work from road construction to quarry work to drilling and compaction, you will need machinery and vehicles.
Buying new may prove very expensive. However, due to the durability and strength of construction equipment and vehicles, you could buy second hand and still find yourself with a strong piece of machinery that will handle heavy work for years to come. The price differences will be significant and you could save yourself and your business quite a lot of money.
Where to look
If you are searching for a piece of machinery or a particular vehicle, try these avenues for second hand options.
- Online
As with everything these days, there are a myriad of advertisements online for used construction machinery and vehicles. You can find them in classifieds and on company websites. The downside, however, is finding a seller that you can trust.
- Construction companies
Another option is to contact construction companies to find out if they are trying to get rid of old equipment and vehicles. If you are buying directly from the previous owner, costs might be even lower. Many larger companies have a budget for new machinery and vehicles every few years and so might have discarded equipment and vehicles that are not very old and still in good condition and working order.
Choosing your vehicle or machinery carefully
As with any second hand purchase, one must always be careful of dishonesty on the part of the seller. You do not want to be stuck with a piece of equipment with serious problems after paying a good price for it. Follow these tips to reduce your chances of making a bad buy.
- If you are involved in the construction trade, it is likely that you know something about the machinery and vehicles used. Brush up on the details of the specific equipment or vehicle you are looking for to ensure that you can spot a problem immediately.
- If you have no knowledge of a certain piece of material, take someone with more expertise with you. Ask them to carefully check out the equipment or vehicle and help you make your decision.
- Try to find a reputable dealer by researching for complaints and asking around of others in the trade.
- Choose a good brand. It is a good idea to do some research on the brands of construction vehicles and machinery that are known to be good quality. Look for second hand pieces of the best quality brands you know of.
Once you have your equipment or machinery, make sure you give it a thorough service and cleaning to ensure that you can pick up any problems quickly and have them sorted out immediately. Construction work can be very dangerous and using machinery and equipment that works as it should, and keeping it well maintained, might save injuries and even deaths in the future.
Also always make sure that those using the equipment or operating the vehicle wear their protective clothing and safety equipment at all time of operation. Avoiding negative incidents can be as easy as sticking to operational health and safety guidelines.
Looking at used construction vehicle and machinery for sale might save you money, but make sure to spend the time choosing correctly, looking after your vehicles and equipment and ensuring the safety and well being of your staff. In the long run, your assets ARE your business and treating them with care can only benefit you and your business.