shepherdsflock Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 I'm wondering how long a machine typically will stay in a give location. I'm thinking about using a locator service to place my first machine, and I'm wondering if the machine will be in that location long enough to make back the location fee and start making a profit. Can anybody provide their experience? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannie Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 As long as the machine is taking care of it should last several years..It also depends on the type of location and how much the machine is used. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shepherdsflock Posted April 15, 2011 Author Share Posted April 15, 2011 Oh, I also want to clarify what I meant by "lifespan". I'm not talking about the mechanical lifespan of the machine, I'm talking about how long the machine is likely to stay at the location. How frequently do locations request a machine be removed or competition drives you out? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JEREMYTINA Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 Oh, I also want to clarify what I meant by "lifespan". I'm not talking about the mechanical lifespan of the machine, I'm talking about how long the machine is likely to stay at the location. How frequently do locations request a machine be removed or competition drives you out? Refer to the post above yours. That holds true for keeping a location. You need to build a repoire with each location. If the employees like you and know you, and so does the owner/mgr, you have nothing to worry about. You don't need to chat with them for 20 minutes, but saying hello, and asking how things are going certainly helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shepherdsflock Posted April 15, 2011 Author Share Posted April 15, 2011 Thanks for the replies. I'm nervous about spending $40-$50 on a location if there is a likely chance the location won't last long. I feel a little better after reading your comments. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JEREMYTINA Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 That's the gamble everyone takes using a locator. I think you're looking at $25 or so with Eddie, and Rob is $36 with the mid grade package. Haven't checked in awhile though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
agrantha Posted April 16, 2011 Share Posted April 16, 2011 I have not tried Eddie yet, but Rob finds solid high quality locations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havending Posted April 16, 2011 Share Posted April 16, 2011 Always try to place it your self first and if no luck then go to the locator. By placing your self you have much more control over the location your getting. Also self located locations tend to have a longer life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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