Hire a vacuum pump for short-term projects, one-off jobs, trials, or to cover a breakdown while your pump is repaired; buy when the pump is for ongoing production duty. A reconditioned pump often bridges the two – much of the value of new, at lower cost.
When hiring makes sense
- Short-term or one-off projects where you don’t need to own a pump.
- Trialling a pump type or size before buying.
- Cover while your pump is being serviced or repaired, to avoid downtime.
- Seasonal or peak-demand duty.
When buying makes sense
For continuous production duty, buying (new or reconditioned) is more economical over time and gives you a pump matched exactly to your process. A reconditioned pump can cut the cost significantly.
The reconditioned middle ground
If budget is tight but you need to own a pump, a fully tested reconditioned pump gives near-new performance for far less than new.
How Girovac helps
We offer vacuum pump hire, new and reconditioned sales, and servicing – so we can advise honestly on hire vs buy for your situation.
Hire or buy – not sure?
Tell us the job and how long you need a pump and we’ll advise on hire, reconditioned or new. Email [email protected] or request a quote.
Frequently asked questions
Should I hire or buy a vacuum pump?
Hire for short-term, one-off or trial needs and to cover breakdowns; buy for ongoing production duty. A reconditioned pump is a cost-effective middle ground if you need to own one.
Can I hire a vacuum pump while mine is repaired?
Yes. Girovac offers vacuum pump hire to keep you running while your pump is serviced or reconditioned, avoiding costly downtime.
Is it cheaper to buy a reconditioned vacuum pump than new?
Yes. A professionally reconditioned pump is typically a fraction of the cost of new and is tested to its rated performance – a good option when buying makes more sense than hiring.
Written by the Girovac technical team. Girovac Ltd has supplied and serviced industrial and laboratory vacuum equipment from its North Walsham workshop since 1983. Last updated: July 2026.