Which is better a treadmill repair or buying a new one?
Are you puzzled with what to do with a hitch in your old treadmill? Many of us find it easy to get a spare for the broken component and the thought of buying a new one gets entertained after several repairs. A broken component acts like an alert that your treadmill is on the verge of overral collapsing. Necessary measures must be taken and a prudent decision should be settled on, preferrably a long term solution. Below are the pros and cons for the two options that exist.
If you consider repairing your old treadmill you will incur less expenses in the short run and then still get to enjoy the services of a treadmill that you are used too. This might seem like the best decision at the spur of the moment for a treadmill repair, but there is a possibility of another component breaking down too due to it’s age. We mostly get attached to a piece of fitness equipment after long periods of usage and this limits our chance of enjoying what is new in the market. However, if a treadmill breaks down within the warrant period or shortly after the expiry of this, a repair might be a better option but a thorough check should be made on other components.
In case you opt to buy a new treadmill, you will end up spending more in the short run however this will eliminate the need for further repairs in the future. The new treadmill will come with warranty parts and labour, at BH Fitness our warranties are two years. It is natural to take time in getting accustomed to the new treadmill and you also have to dig deep in your pocket to acquire it. You might be lucky to find a very cheap new treadmill that garrantees a warranty though I will warn you that the treadmill is cheap for a reason – quality of components used to build that treadmill. Finance options are availble it you are that keen to own a quality treadmill. Stick to a company you trust and a brand that you know. Reviews are important and lastly call around see what is available. Choose a company that is local to you, as face to face answers are alot quickier than emailing and phoning.
In conclusion if you are limited in monetary terms you might opt to replace the malfunctional component. On the other hand buying a new treadmill will help avoid further expenses and enjoy new technology offered within the market. The second one is the state of your treadmill, if it is worn/used and ageing you should consider disposing it and getting another one. If your equipment is still in good condition and you are attached to it, replacing one component might seem the better choice. For any further answers or advise contact Chandler Sports on 0196867202