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Yes, dry cleaning equipments are financed as a standard asset purchase, usually on hire purchase or a lease, with the machine itself acting as the security. UK prices typically run £5,000 to £150,000, and most deals are written over 12–60 months with a deposit of around 10–20%. Decisions typically take 24–48 hours. Used machines are financeable too, usually with a shorter term.
Typical Cost
£5k – £150k
Approval Speed
24–48 hours
Same-day for < £40k
Rates From
5.5% APR
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Check EligibilityOn a purchase price of £35,000: a 10% deposit of £3,500, then 48 monthly payments of £738 at 5.9% APR representative (fixed). Total amount payable £38,924, including the deposit. The rate you are offered depends on your business and the asset.
Guide prices for sizing a finance agreement, not quotes. Manufacturers in this market mostly price on application, so where a current UK list price could not be confirmed the row describes a specification class rather than naming a model. Your supplier quote is what the agreement is written against.
| Machine or specification | Guide price | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bowe P18 Perc Machine | £30,000 – £55,000 | Perc Dry Clean |
| Multimatic MS350 | £40,000 – £70,000 | Hydrocarbon System |
| Girbau HS6024 Washer | £8,000 – £15,000 | Industrial Washer |
| Veit Varioset Finishing | £12,000 – £25,000 | Pressing System |
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Check EligibilityDry cleaning equipment qualifies for Annual Investment Allowance (AIA), letting you deduct the full cost from taxable profits in year one. HP allows capital allowances. Lease payments are fully deductible.
Dry cleaning machines and pressing equipment are bought by independent dry cleaners and launderette operators, either setting up a first shop or replacing ageing kit in an established business. Because a dry cleaning machine is a substantial purchase for what is typically a small, cash-tight retail business, most owners finance it rather than commit capital needed to cover rent and staff while the shop builds trade. Replacement is often driven by a move away from older solvent systems toward more compliant cleaning methods, as well as seal and motor wear, rather than a fixed age. The used market is fairly limited, so finance leans on the manufacturer and installer relationship.
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