How to Sell a Portable Saw Mill
A portable saw mill is a cutting device designed to saw lumber into boards. It typically consists of a circular blade, bandsaw blade or chainsaw mounted on a track to allow straight cuts. A portable saw mill may be transported in a pickup bed, or it may have a trailer and hitch. If you decide that you no longer need your portable saw mill, you can use several strategies to sell your saw mill to a person or business to recover a portion of your investment.
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Determine the market value of your portable saw mill by reviewing online auction and classified ad sites, area newspapers and trade papers to find out how much other sellers are asking for similar saw mills. This will help determine the asking price for your portable saw mill.
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Take photos of your portable saw mill with a digital camera. Photograph the saw mill from several angles, and take close-up pictures of controls and other important features of the sawmill.
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Write a descriptive ad for your portable saw mill. Include the type, model and serial number, size, cutting capacity, blade type and size, condition and whether the portable saw mill has a trailer or hitch. Also, include the age of the saw mill, its approximate amount of use and the asking price.
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Place your ad in area newspapers and online classified ads. If possible, include at least one photo of the portable saw mill.
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Upload your ad and photos to an online auction site. Set a minimum bid price or reserve price to avoid selling your portable saw mill at a loss.
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Print fliers with your images and ad description. Hang the fliers on community bulletin boards and leave them at area home improvement stores and hardware stores. Include your contact information so people interested in purchasing your portable saw mill can call or email you.
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Tips & Warnings
State that the buyer is responsible for picking up the portable saw mill after purchase unless you are willing to transport the saw mill. This is particularly important if you list the portable saw mill for sale online -- you may attract a buyer outside of your geographic area. If you choose to ship the saw mill, state that the buyer is responsible for all shipping charges.
Include your return policy in your online or offline ads. You may choose to sell the portable saw mill as-is, or allow the buyer a certain number of days to return the saw mill. If you do not include a return policy, the buyer may attempt to return the equipment for a refund months or even years later.
