Questions to Ask When Buying a Restaurant Freezer

Are you considering buying a new restaurant freezer? Is it something you've been meaning to do for a while, but you just don't know where to begin the research?

If so, there are a few questions you can ask yourself to find out exactly what your needs are. And when you have a good idea of what kinds of solutions you'd like your new restaurant freezer to provide, give the experts at Perfectemp a call, and we'll help you narrow it down further.

What can I afford to pay? The cost of a new restaurant freezer is more than just the initial investment of purchasing the freezer, making the space for it and incurring any installation costs. You'll also have ongoing energy costs, and unless you're able to make substantial trims to your monthly energy consumption, your bill will go up. But the right restaurant freezer can save you money in the long run. Ask one of the experts at Perfectemp to provide recommendations on an energy-efficient unit.

What storage needs do I have? What you need to store -- and how much -- will determine exactly what kind of restaurant freezer you need. If you only need to freeze a small amount of inventory, a standing or chest freezer may be enough. But if you're storing boxes of fruits and vegetables or large amounts of meat waiting for preparation, you'll probably needa walk-in freezer.

Should I buy new or used? This is a big decision, and not one to be taken lightly. The good news is that "used" doesn't have to mean "second rate." Like many big investments, a restaurant freezer loses a lot of its value in the first few years of operation, so you can save by buying used. And the craftsmen at Perfectempput every pre-owned restaurant freezer through a rigorous inspection process, replacing aging or worn-out parts, repairing any malfunctions, and testing refrigeration coils.

How much room do I have? You may have a strong need for a huge walk-in freezer, but if your restaurant doesn't have the room for it, chances are you've got bigger matters on your hands than what kind of freezer to buy. If your needs are smaller, you'll need to calculate the amount of floor space you have vs. the amount of freezer space you need.

Can I put my merchandise on display? What exactly do you need to keep cold or frozen? If it's pies or baked goods, you might want to think about buying a restaurant freezer that can put those baked goods on display, where they'll be more likely to become impulse purchases. Sure, you may have too many items to store in a simple display case, but it never hurts to put your more attractive items where your customers can see them.

Perfectemp stocks a wide variety of restaurant freezers, deli and bakery cases, and other new and used refrigeration equipment. Our experts can give you all the help you need when it's time to make a decision on buying a restaurant freezer. Contact us today for a free quote.