Used pool tables are everywhere on eBay, Craigs List and Amazon. As tempting as it may sound to buy used pool tables, there are some things you need to consider before purchasing one. What does it really cost to buy used pool tables? How about looking under the hood and have a specialist look at every features of the used pool tables? Buying used pool tables present challenges. Unless the seller will allow you to take the table apart, ever a certified table technician cannot tell the true condition of the table from a visual inspection.
You must also take into consideration that there are no manufacturers guarantees on used pool tables. If you buy used pool tables from a reputable local dealer, they will more than often give an installation guarantee or offer to warranty the table through the dealership. Moreover, you must factor in the cost of the tear down, move and reset of the used pool tables as well. When moved or assembled by untrained individuals, three piece slate tables are easily damaged when moved or transported. The charge for a reputable local dealer to tear down, move, and reset the table will range depending on the year, the model and the part of the country where the used pool tables are. Be careful when using contractors who work out of the trunk of their car. Indeed, they charge less but are not certified or insured.
You also need to take into consideration the age of the used pool tables. Most of the used pool tables that are put on sale are three years old. Take a close look at the woodwork. Even some sellers may say that the used pool tables are made from wood, they might as well be made from MDF. When looking for used pool tables make sure the manufacturer is certified, inspect the table in person, take digital pictures, look for any sign of damage, verify that the seller is the original owner, ask them where they bought it and call the dealer for further information.