Think Buy from Think Hire

Date: 25/07/22

Last month we discussed the many benefits of thinking ‘hire’ with Think Hire. In the vast majority of cases, hiring makes more sense than buying, giving you cost-effective flexibility across a wide range of projects. However, hiring isn’t always the best solution to your equipment needs. Sometimes, it makes more sense to buy equipment outright, rather than hiring it over and over again for each and every job.

That’s why Think Hire also offer you the option to think ‘buy’. We have a range of top quality new and pre-owned equipment for sale, including battery operated generators to help you harness the free energy of solar power. So, what are the advantages of buying over hiring when it comes to generator sets and other construction site power and lighting?

More cost effective

Naturally, buying equipment upfront will be more expensive than just hiring it for a specific job. However, if you need the same equipment on a regular basis, hire costs can soon add up, making outright purchase better value in the long run. Buying turns a variable cost into a fixed cost. A single investment at the start cuts the weekly running costs, as there are no hire fees to pay.

To decide whether buying is a good option for you, you need to work out how often you will need the equipment, and how much hiring it will cost. Hiring suits occasional use, while buying may be a better option for equipment that you need all the time. Remember, at the end of the job, hired equipment will be gone, while buying outright will leave you with a valuable asset that you can use again and again.

Ready and waiting

Buying your equipment outright also means that it will always be ready and waiting whenever you need it, without the extra work of arranging equipment hire and delivery. You have guaranteed availability, at no extra cost to your project, without having to book ahead. This can make your business more flexible and adaptable, always prepared for any eventuality.

This availability is particularly useful in the case of project over-runs and unexpected complications. With your own equipment, you can continue to work for as long as you need to, without having to arrange hire contract extensions and there is no risk of the equipment you’re using needing to be returned before you’ve finished using it.

Expert support

Whether you hire or buy from Think Hire, you’ll enjoy the same level of industry leading expertise when it comes to renewable technology, including hybrid battery operated generators such as the PowerCube 120. This is a containerised hybrid power solution, incorporating a diesel generator, Lithium-Ion battery pack and a high capacity bunded fuel tank. If you do decide to buy, we have over 400 of these battery operated generators in stock ready for immediate dispatch.

If you think buying may be better for your business than hiring, talk to Think Hire today. We’ll help you assess your equipment usage and decide which is the best option for you.

Our experienced team will help you choose the most efficient and cost-effective equipment for your site, with a full site design service available that guarantees a reduction in operating costs and a cut in CO2 emissions.

Think Hire or think buy – there’s only one company you need, so get in touch today.

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