I am looking to start a small concrete pumping business. I need help on what machine to purchase. What make and models and why would be great help.

We need more info to help you. Are you looking for a boom pump or a line pump? What kind of pours are you going to do? What is your concrete in your area like, for example is it crushed rock or river bed rock? Are you going to buy new or used?

If you are going to buy used go to www.usedconcretepumping.com

If your looking for a new line pump http://www.concretepumping.com/index.php?mode=small

If your looking for a new boom pump http://www.concretepumping.com/index.php?mode=pumpman

You could always call me and i can help you aslo.

Todd

805 659-3437

please answer the following

how much cash, credit and back up moneies.

who is your customers and competition.

what kind of hard labor have you been doing.

do you excavate and sell concrete jobs, can you hire a pump at a reasonable rate.

brundage bone has a full range of equipment. when you are ready.

eugene, money is not a problem, I am looking to start out with one line pump around a 50 yard hr. I have a market for the residental end of things and one competitor for the large jobs. Any help is great.,

Dusty,

I do not know where you are, but I guess it does not really matter. If it was me I would get with the closest reputable dealer to my location. Brundage is a good example of what I mean as far as reputable. A full service company that can not only sell you a machine but also listen to you and sell you what you need. This company must be able, and willing, to advise you, supply you with technical help, have mechanics on staff, parts in stock........... etc.

There are many that just want your money and then SEE YA LATER. Do your research and find a real company that you can deal with. A friendly salesman is a given; look beyond that. Talk to the parts people, the service people, the operators as they will all be part of your new successful business.

You might pay 3 or 4 % more for the same machine from this type of company but the AFTER SALES service is worth every penny. Hundreds of people can sell you a pump. When you spend your money be sure that you are purchasing  talented, willing support as well as a machine. ;~)

Bob, Thank you for the advise. You have a very good point and never thought of it that way. I was so rapped up in what manufacture to buy. I know what size I want, but need help on what make seems to be better. Thanks Dusty

You can watch a demonstration of any pump and you will see concrete going in one end and out the other. All of todays modern pumps pump concrete. Don't worry about what brand I like. I have favorites and that positive image I have is from not only how they pump but how good they are at doing the after sales education, service and just plain help. Find the PEOPLE that will help you and you have found the right pump for you to purchase. The brand is different for everyone, that is why there are so many choices. Buy smart. ;~)

Thanks Bob

Dusty:

Where are you located?

We may have a local dealer to help you.

It's a buyers market right know, and just keep an open mind. Look at several different dealers to see what they have to offer, and don't pay list price. Just remember that this site is very biased toward it's dealers. That may be a good thing, it might not be.