Should you use Ebay to buy a pressure washer?

But if you’re considering buying your new pressure washer on Ebay, read these important tips to help save yourself time and money – and possible disappointments.

After spending many months monitoring their pressure washer offerings, I’ve noticed that a small portion of the electric and gas-powered washers models for sale are those unbelievably, incredibly cheap pressure washers. Yes, the prices are very tempting. Prices starting as low as $50!

But really, what are you getting with these pressure washers? Read the fine print and you’ll often discover that you’re buying a pressure washer with very, very low PSI and GPM, which will not give you a great amount of cleaning power.

Also, some models have no-name pressure washer engines and pumps!
I recommend steering clear of pressure washers that do not have a brand name engine – or are advertised to have an engine “just like a Honda”. These cheaply made pressure washers are commonly called “one season wonders” and I think you’d be lucky to get one season out of them.

Keeping this in mind, if you do find a pressure washer on Ebay within your budget that has a good engine, a brand name pump, and acceptable PSI and GPM levels, that’s GREAT!

BUT, before bidding, first double check to see if it’s a used or reconditioned model. Despite the listing text that might say it’s a “new” pressure washer, you really should email the seller to confirm that the pressure washer is not a reconditioned model.

Personally, I have nothing against a used or reconditioned pressure washer, but here are some issues you need to be aware of:

Make sure the pressure washer is still covered by the original manufacturer’s warranty. This is very important! Email the seller to ask these questions – before bidding. The Ebay seller should be more than happy to share the history, model number & serial number of the washer with you. This way, you can confirm with the manufacturer , that it’s still operating under warranty - and for how long.

Yes, Ebay can be a GREAT way to purchase a new pressure washer, but keep this advice in mind while shopping. There are bargains to be had on quality pressure washers, but the buyer must always be aware.

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