Find the best mini excavator dealers

Any dealer can sell you a mini excavator – but are you getting the right machine for your needs? The best mini excavator dealers are those that learn about your business before taking your money. They’ll find out how and where you plan to use your mini excavator, what applications you'll use it for, how deep you need to dig, and how much you can afford to spend. Here’s how to locate companies that will look out for your best interests instead of their own.

To locate the best mini excavator dealers, start by submitting a free request for mini excavator quotes through BuyerZone or by performing your own online research. Then, talk to at least four to six mini excavator dealers to become familiar with the products and services they offer and determine which one provides the best mix of quality, service, and cost.

Once you have a list of suppliers, have each of them bring a mini excavator to your location for a test dig. Take your time putting the machine through its paces: spend two to four hours to try out the vehicle in a familiar setting and test basic operation.

Have your mini excavator operators test it out for themselves: they may have particular concerns that you're not aware of. They can do a better job evaluating features like the sensitivity of the controls and the ergonomics of the cab.

You don’t necessarily need to test the vehicle at your location to select the best mini excavator dealers. If the dealer is located nearby, arrange to visit his office. This allows you to try the excavator yourself, check out other attachments you might need, and ask any questions you might have about performance. It’s also a good opportunity to see how their staff interacts with other customers and view their showroom and parts inventory.

Additional characteristics of the best mini excavator dealers

• Offer a range of new and quality, used mini excavators
• Carry loaders from several manufacturers
• Willing to give a list of references
• Provide guarantees and estimates in writing
• Have experienced technicians on staff for repairs and maintenance
• Up front about delivery and maintenance costs

Ultimately, the best mini excavator dealers are those that treat your business like a partner, learning what type of excavator your company needs and finding you the appropriate match. And the first step in locating the best mini excavator dealer is using BuyerZone's free mini excavator request service to get connected to qualified suppliers in your area.