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Thinking about buying a new bucket truck this Spring?

Are you in the market for a new or used bucket truck? This is definitely a buyers market. A change in the economy and early tax sales has lead the way for buyers to pick up good quality equipment at great prices.

So, if you are thinking about buying a new bucket truck this Spring, do it. Prices are low and sellers are looking to make a deal. One of the best places to buy used or reconditioned bucket trucks is Southwest Equipment in Lewisville, TX. They are located on the web at BucketTrucksOnline.com or just search for Southwest Equipment. They have some great deals on their used bucket trucks, digger derricks, pressure diggers, and boom trucks right now. Feel free to call them at 1-877-436-2256. They sell bucket trucks and digger trucks worldwide.

Also, if you’re wanting to buy a new bucket truck, check out Altec. Altec is one of the best brands of new bucket trucks in the industry. They are the most popular because of the quality, price, and low cost of ownership. There are a few Altec corporate sales sites around the United States so, search google for one near you.

Not to be all on Altec, some other good brands for a bucket truck are ETI, Versalift, and Hi Ranger… keep your eyes peeled for good deals on those good quality trucks as well.

This Spring, take advantage of great deals on bucket trucks for sale, chances are, the prices will be going up this summer and so will demand. Get ahead of the competition by investing in one today.

Altec Bucket Truck

Texoma Pressure Diggers for Sale

Texoma pressure diggers are among the best you can buy. They are extremely reliable, cost-effective, and parts are easy to find. The only bad thing about them is, everyone wants one. If you’re in the market for purchasing a new or used Texoma pressure digger, there are a few places to look where you can find them.

First, I recommend Bucket Trucks Online. They sell the best reconditioned used utility trucks including pressure diggers. If you are looking for something that is reliable and you know will last, contact them. They are located at 1706 N Stemmons Freeway in Lewisville, TX so they are centrally located to shipping pressure diggers and utility trucks nationwide efficiently. They always have a good truck in stock so, you should give them a call first.

Next, I suggest checking local listings like OLX or Craigslist. You have to be extremely cautious when buying on these sites because there are no guarantees. Buying from an individual is very risky and it is recommended you get it inspected before you even consider buying it. I don’t recommend operating it until it is inspected by a professional that is very familiar with pressure diggers.

You least best and last option will be auctions. Pressure diggers that are sent to auctions are there for 1 of 2 reasons. If a company is selling it’s fleet or if the owner can’t sell it anywhere else. Unfortunately, only dealers can get you into an auction… you can contact Southwest Equipment to see if they’ll go auction hunting for you. Auctions have no guarantee or warranty. Auctions are actually riskier than buying from an individual because you can’t test them out as thoroughly. You can’t drive a truck from an auction. Buying pressure diggers from an auction is a very touchy and should be left to professionals.

Good luck on your quest to buy a good quality new or used texoma pressure digger. You are already smart enough to buy a great brand, you should be smart enough to figure out where the best place to by them is. Feel free to send us a pic or tell us about how you bought your Texoma Pressure Digger.

Used Texoma Pressure Digger

Bucket Trucks for Sale in California

If you’re looking for bucket trucks for sale and live in Northern California or Southern California, your first stop should be Bucket Trucks Online. They are the best reconditioner of used bucket trucks in the industry and also sell great quality used bucket trucks in California. They are based in Lewisville, TX and have been in business since 1995, making them one of the oldest and most established dealers of used bucket trucks in the country.

Check out one of their awesome reconditioned bucket trucks:

It doesn’t matter if you live in Los Angeles, San Fancisco, San Diego, San Jose, Long Beach, or Sacramento, you can get a quality used bucket truck for sale in California. Bucket Trucks Online will get you exactly what you need with cherry pickers. If you need a 60′ height, a two man bucket, an over center boom, a material handler, or a telescoping boom, they will have it. They sell the highest quality bucket trucks in California at the low prices you want.

To top it all off, Bucket Trucks Online will ship your bucket truck to you for free and also throw in a free 2 year warranty (on almost everything in stock). Save yourself some money and buy bucket trucks in California from Bucket Trucks Online. They have tons of repeat customers that love to keep them a secret from their competition… Find out where your competition gets their bucket trucks, digger derricks, pressure diggers, and boom trucks.

Contact Bucket Trucks Online today at sales@buckettrucksonline.com, or call 1-800-867-9177.

Bucket Trucks for Sale in California from Bucket Trucks Online

Used Altec Bucket Trucks for Sale

About Altec Bucket Trucks

Altec Industries Inc. is the largest manufacturer of bucket trucks in the world. Altec bucket trucks are known for their quality, reliability and longevity of service.

When repairs or maintenance are needed, Altec bucket truck owners will find replacement parts and accessories readily available and no shortage of certified technicians available to work on the truck. Altec has 16 service centers scattered throughout the United States and Canada and their business is growing. Each center is staffed with FPS-certified technicians, ensuring that business owners get the best service available for their Altec bucket truck.

Customers can choose from a variety of options when selecting a bucket truck manufactured by Altec. Trucks from Ford, Chevrolet, International and other well-known truck manufacturers are available. Customers can choose between one or two-man bucket models. Lift heights vary by model, but can reach heights of 60′ or more. Most models of Altec bucket trucks are also insulated for use in the electrical utility industry. Many more options are available as well with more than 90 models of Altec bucket trucks on the market. With all of the options available for new and used Altec bucket trucks, customers are sure to find the truck that best meets the needs of their business.

Need Help Using the Winch on Your Bucket Truck?

Jesse Ritz, a bucket truck user, was looking for a manual to help him use his winch on his bucket truck. He couldn’t find anything on the internet that would actually help him with each part of the process. He decided he would compile all of the bits of helpful information and produce a manual that would help others like him, use a winch on a bucket truck.

He subsequently produced a manual for winches on bucket trucks and in the process, created not only the first on of it’s kind but, the only free manual you can use.

Jesse released his manual exclusively through The Bucket Truck Blogger. You can find his Bucket Truck Winch Manual there. It is encouraged that you share this manual with employees, workers, friends, and anyone you know that uses a bucket truck on a regular basis.

We want to say thanks to Jesse Ritz for such a great contribution to the bucket truck community.

Have you ever bought a used bucket truck? If so, we want to hear from you!

If you have ever purchased a used bucket truck, we want to hear what you thought! We at Bucket Trucks Info, would like to know what you thought about buying your used bucket truck. Is there anything you would have done differently? How long have you used it? Would you buy another one again?

We want to know all the details about your used bucket truck buying experience. Make your opinion heard and we’ll gladly give your company a spotlight here on our blog.

In an effort to get a feel for what most consumers think about used bucket trucks, we want as many responses as possible. Don’t worry about not getting a spotlight here on our blog, we’ll make sure you get a great review/ mention and a link to your website (if you have one).

 

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Use a Bucket Truck to Start a Small Business

Article About Buying a Used Bucket Truck and Starting a Business

Bucket trucks are unique in that they provide an advantage over those that don’t have them. There is no substitute for utilizing a bucket truck to complete a job. They make workers much more efficient and at the same time, they keep them safer.

We don’t want to spoil the article but check this out about buying bucket trucks to help start a small business.  It is definitely a great inspiration and idea generator for those desperate to leave the corporate grind and jump into the small business mill.  Let us know what you think by leaving a comment below.

 

New Video of Used Bucket Trucks from Southwest Equipment

Bucket Trucks Online has recently added a video page to help show the quality of their reconditioned used bucket trucks, digger derricks, pressure diggers, and boom trucks. Definitely worth checking out if you are interested in buying a new or used bucket truck.

Visit the website at http://www.buckettrucksonline.com/used-bucket-trucks-videos.php or by visiting their YouTube Bucket Trucks Channel

Bucket Trucks for Sale in California and Florida

The states with the sunshine and great weather are what the bucket truck was made for. Well, actually the bucket truck was invented in California so you could say that it what it’s made for. In today’s world, cherry pickers are called bucket trucks and bucket trucks have uses outside of an orchard. For those of you that work in a bucket or own one, you know that safety and reliability are the biggest factors in determining a good bucket truck.

When you look at bucket trucks for sale in California, it seems the prices swing on a weekly basis. The good thing about equipment there, is the lack of rust. Some of the drawbacks could be fender benders or minor accidents that may oppose the structural integrity of the truck. Buy bucket trucks that are safe and are of high quality. The top rated dealer of used and reconditioned bucket trucks is Southwest Equipment in Lewisville, TX. They have free nationwide shipping so getting trucks to California or Florida is a breeze. All you have to do is fly in and look at it, see the quality of work they do, and fly back. They are one of the highest rated dealers of bucket trucks in the industry.

Florida is a different market for bucket trucks altogether. From palm tree pruning to window washing, bucket trucks for sale in Florida have faced a bevy of situations. Don’t get stuck with a lemon, you want to buy the highest quality equipment at the lowest possible price. Again, the best place for that is Southwest Equipment. They have a great reputation for providing the kind of quality that owners and operators need. The last thing you want to happen is to get stuck 60′ up in a boom… while that is a bad situation, poor quality could result in injury or death.

Southwest Equipment sells Altec bucket trucks. They can get the bucket truck you’re interested in certified by Altec and/ or pass state inspection. These are two very good reassurances that your truck will be in good shape and ready for the job site. If you come across a company that won’t do these things for you, definitely give it a second thought. Companies that don’t get there trucks certified or inspected may have something to hide and don’t want disclosed. The most common trick for selling bucket trucks is painting over rust. Be sure to check thoroughly for rust (that means crawling under the truck and inspecting).

You should be prepared to go shopping for your next bucket truck whether you live in Florida, California, or anywhere in between. Good luck and be safe while on jobsite.

Be Safe While Working on Your Bucket Truck

Remember to Be Safe When You Maintenance Your Bucket Truck.

I came across this article about bucket truck maintenance safety earlier today and wanted to share it with you guys. I really wanted to stress that working on bucket trucks can be very dangerous. Even if you are doing a small job, take the proper safety precautions to avoid injury.

Most people that work on bucket trucks don’t have formal training specifically for bucket trucks. That being said, I think everyone whether they work on these trucks or not, should read this article. Be careful out there guys. If you need any more advice, email me or respond to this article. You can also check out the bucket truck forums at http://www.buckettruckforsale.weebly.com.