Pawnshops are popular destinations for bargain hunters on the lookout for everything from jewelry to audio gear. However, you may be surprised to learn that they’re also great places to find lawn equipment in excellent condition and at affordable prices. If you’re thinking of buying a lawn mower, trimmer, or leaf blower from your local pawnbroker, keep the following tips in mind.

A Guide to Shopping for Lawn Equipment at a Pawnshop

1. Balance Needs & Brand Trust

Before you start your search, think about the size of your property and your lawn care needs. If you want to cut grass on an area less than an acre in size, a push mower is typically enough to get the job done. Riding mowers will simplify caring for properties larger than an acre, with larger blade sizes and configurations being better suited to larger areas. Many of these machines will come with a 30-day warranty even though they're previously owned.

When looking for leaf blowers and other types of smaller equipment, go with a major manufacturer. Name brands like Ryobi®, Black & Decker®, and DEWALT® are trusted nationwide and can often be found at a pawnshop.

2. Buy & Sell in One Trip

New merchandise, especially larger items like lawn equipment, tends to be sold at a significant markup at retail stores. This is because large chains source their products through distributors, raising the price tag in addition to the higher value attached to new goods. 

A pawnshop, on the other hand, buys directly from the owners of the items, eliminating the middleman and offering goods at drastically lower prices. Furthermore, pawnbrokers may be willing to offer you fair value for any items you want to sell, such as musical instruments or jewelry. Selling your goods can then offset the cost of purchasing lawn equipment in one convenient trip.

3. Check Regularly Updated Offerings

Keep in mind that if you have a specific brand or tool in mind, a pawnbroker isn’t guaranteed to have it since they don’t keep inventories the same way retail stores do. However, they do tend to have a regular intake of new items, so even if they don’t have what you want one week, they may have it the next. Check back periodically to keep an eye out for your desired item.

If you’re looking for trustworthy lawn equipment at affordable prices, look no further than Gold & Silver Pawn in Hinesville, GA. For more than three decades and across three generations, this family-owned and -operated pawnshop has offered a wide selection of lawn equipment, electronics, jewelry, and more. In addition to sales, they offer fair value for valuable goods if you’re in need of quick cash. Call (912) 876-6580 to speak to a team member or message them online to discuss your needs.