Cosmetic laser repair is something that you might not think about, if you own a business devoted to performing cosmetic procedures. You might assume that you will just purchase aesthetic laser equipment and have it work properly all the time. But the reality is that any intricate equipment like that can malfunction at any time. In case yours does, here’s how to keep your cosmetic laser repair options open.

Make Sure You Get a Warranty:

When you purchase new medical laser devices, they will probably come with a warranty. That warranty is likely to be good for at least one year, and it’s usually good for two years. If you are purchasing used aesthetic lasers, not all of them come with warranties. So, be sure to look for one that does, but don’t expect it to be a year-long warranty. Most warranties on used cosmetic lasers only last for six months, at most.

Ask What Happens When the Warranty Expires:

Prior to purchasing any cosmetic laser equipment the next key to always having cosmetic laser repair at your disposal is to ask ahead of time about what happens when the warranty expires. Most manufacturers are more than happy to continue servicing cosmetic lasers even after there is no longer a warranty. However, they are likely to charge absurd fees and annual subscriptions to retain their services, and that doesn’t even include the cost of parts and labor when an actual repair is necessary.

Luckily, there are third party companies who specialize in repairing medical lasers. So, you could look into using the services of one of those companies. But the thing to remember is that many companies only repair certain laser brands and models. That’s why it’s so important to find one in your local area that services the model you want before you actually purchase the device. Otherwise, you could find yourself scrambling to find a repair company at the worst possible time, after your machine is already malfunctioning.

Consider the Age of the Laser Before Making Your Purchase:

If you want the latest and greatest cosmetic laser on the market, you need to be prepared to be stuck with manufacturer service contracts. Also, many of the newer lasers have consumable parts that the manufacturers purposely construct so they will need repairs over time. It’s a tactic to get you to pay them more money. Read More.

A good way around that is to purchase cosmetic lasers that are a few years old. That way they will be old enough that third party companies should know how to repair them. However, they will also be new enough to not use obsolete technology. Cosmetic laser devices that are slightly older are also likely to use fewer consumable parts. So, you might find yourself in need of repairs less often. A good general rule, at least at the time of this article, is that lasers that are less than ten years old will probably use comparable technology to lasers made in the last year or two. Anything older than that should probably be avoided, if you want to offer great services and still have access to affordable cosmetic laser repair.