Why Buy New Refrigeration Cases Instead of Used Ones?

At Perfectemp, we stand by our used equipment just as firmly as we stand by the new refrigeration cases we sell. Used refrigeration gear makes up a substantial portion of our sales, so we're not about to slack -- we have a team of specialists dedicated to making sure that every piece of used refrigeration equipment is in perfect working order.

We know, though, that some business owners and purchasers may want to buy new refrigeration cases anyway. We even understand the reasons why.

Peace of Mind. Despite all the reassurances we could give you about the reliability of used commercial freezers, there may be a nagging voice in your head telling you  that newer is better. At Perfectemp, we test the performance of every piece of every refrigeration unit, replace all light bulbs and shields, replace faulty parts, and thoroughly clean every device -- and that's only a fraction of what we do.

But we understand -- there's a peace of mind that comes with buying new refrigeration cases, and that nagging voice can't be silenced. We stand by our used refrigeration equipment, but we won't argue with that nagging voice.

New refrigeration cases could be more efficient. The biggest cost associated with buying new refrigeration cases is the increased electric bill. And while we try to ensure that our used refrigeration equipment stays as efficient as possible, newer models are being released every year, and many manufacturers understand that keeping energy costs low is a selling point.

Thus, new refrigeration cases may be more energy-efficient than their older counterparts. That's not true in every case, of course, but it's certainly an important data point to consider.

It may last longer. We emphasize "may." A lot of factors play into a refrigeration unit's longevity: How often it's serviced or maintained; the make and model; the overall treatment it gets; and other, more unpredictable factors (like whether it survives a fire or an earthquake).

But all other things being equal, a used unit may have a shorter expected lifespan than any new refrigeration cases you may be tempted to buy. Of course, the experts at Perfectemp examine and replace any old or worn-out parts on all of our pre-owned refrigeration units. But the "peace of mind" issue we mentioned above may also come into play here.

Perfectemp offers a broad variety of used and new refrigeration cases, and we have a team of experts who can answer your questions. Contact us today for more information or a quote request.