Ready-Made Fire Fighting Units VS. DIY Fire Fighting Units

Written by Coerco | Nov 29, 2020 4:00:00 PM

You might derive a sense of satisfaction and pride in assembling your own fire fighting unit. Or maybe it is that you seek to save on the cost of procuring one that inclines you to assemble it yourself. This article will explore the various drawbacks and benefits of making a DIY firefighter versus a ready-made firefighting equipment.

The Advantages of DIY Fire Fighting Units

The pros all boil down to the below, and are very valid:

Cheaper cost

This is certainly one of the main reasons why people opt for the DIY route. When you make your own firefighter, you control your budget and might even be able to save on some aspects of the construction, something you can’t do with a ready-made unit.

Available materials

Design freedom

A DIY project gives you the freedom to customise however way you like. You can change your mind at any stage of the process to fit your preference and budget.

The Disadvantages of DIY Fire Fighting Units

No warranty

If you’re doing a DIY firefighting unit, you have to be ready to take responsibility when something goes wrong with it in the future. No matter how minor it is, once something goes wrong, you must buy the additional parts needed for a second job. This means investing more time, money, and effort on top of what you spent building your unit the first time.

In contrast:

An established manufacturer will be able to provide you with a reliable warranty. So that when a component gets damaged, regardless of the severity of the issue, you can contact them straight away. The more established the manufacturer, the keener they are on serving you because they have a lot riding on their reputation. Then you can be sure your concern will be addressed.

1000-litre Compact Fire Fighting Unit with a reliable 5-year warranty equipped with an Aussie Fire Chief pump with a 5-year pump end warranty.

Lesser quality materials, impending damages

The downside of having the freedom to customise your firefighting unit is that you might easily opt for lesser quality components to be frugal. That, or the individual part you’re looking for may be hard to come by and you might then settle for a subpar alternative. Case in point, the baffled feature of a fire fighting tank in a quality, pre-manufactured firefighting unit is designed for stability. Finding an alternative water holding tank equally stable will be difficult. Needless to say, if your equipment isn’t up to standards, it could compromise an entire operation and people’s safety.

In contrast:

Established manufacturers of ready-made firefighting equipment have access to greater resources like high-quality materials and proven parts that are fit for use during emergency situations. This means you can avoid mistakes in assembly and, consequently, avoid future product failures and repair costs.

Baffled 2000-litre Trailed Fire Fighting Unit, designed for stability in hostile or emergency environments.

Time

Building your own unit takes time, and although it is of course possible for you to finish a firefighting equipment all by yourself, it will take your time away from other pressing responsibilities.

In contrast:

Trusted manufacturers of ready-made firefighters take the load off your hands. They have established manufacturing processes that allow them to complete a firefighting equipment from a range of sizes and models faster than you can and deliver the unit to your property at your convenience – allowing you to spend time on other important matters.

800-litre Skid Mounted model

Weighing the pros and cons of a DIY project as important as a firefighting equipment is wise and should be a critical step in view of securing all you value during bushfire season.

Related topic:
Why Choose Coerco Compact Firefighting Equipment?

Editor's Note: This post was originally published on November 29, 2018 and has been revamped and updated for the purpose of accuracy and comprehensiveness.

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