Overview
We purchase padmount, polemount, substation and distribution transformers, dry-type and oil-filled units, step-up and step-down, control and industrial transformers, plus switchgear and unit substations. Working, failed, and scrap units are all welcome. Our buying process is built around your workflow. You send photos and nameplates, we respond with a clear cash offer, schedule pickup anywhere in all 50 states, and coordinate rigging and freight. From a single skid to multi-truck lots across multiple yards, Owner Moses Johnson and our team keep communication tight so your crews can stay focused on the job at hand. Below you’ll find how our service fits eight common seller types and the real-world constraints each faces.
Why sell to us
Demolition contractors
When you are gutting a plant, school, hospital, mall or substation, transformers can slow down your critical path. They are heavy, sometimes oil-filled, and rarely in the exact spot a scrap trailer can reach. Change orders, weather, and permitting make schedules tight. We buy those transformers and allied gear, provide a straightforward cash offer, and then align our rigging plan to your demo sequence so the pad, basement vault, or mezzanine is clear when you need it clear.
You do not need to disassemble units or drain oil for us. Send photos, nameplates, approximate dimensions, and access notes, and we will price quickly and schedule our crew and trucks to match your window. We can pull from live job sites, coordinate with your superintendent, and stage loads to keep egress open. If your bid needs salvage credits, we can quote per unit or per lot so your numbers stay predictable while the building comes down.
What we buy
Electric utilities
Utilities end up with transformers from fleet changeouts, storm damage, poleline rebuilds, and stockroom cleanups. Lots can be mixed: single-phase cans, three-phase padmounts, regulators, and the occasional substation transformer with accessories on separate pallets. Procurement rules, serialized inventory, and yard access protocols all add pressure. We buy by the lot or by the piece, receive your asset lists and photos, and provide line-item or aggregate pricing based on what you prefer for disposal documentation.
Pickup can be single yard or multi-yard and phased around your crews. We tailor loading to your yard’s equipment and safety practices, arrive with the right trailers, and minimize shuffling. Leaking or failed units are evaluated case by case, with plans that limit handling on your side. Our goal is to convert aging or damaged stock into cash while clearing space and meeting the paperwork expectations your organization requires.
Sellers
The organisations we buy from
Utilities and rural co-ops
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Industrial plants
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Electrical contractors
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Data centres
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Recyclers and scrap yards
When a massive electrical transformer lands in your scrap yard, it presents a unique set of challenges.
How it works
Industrial plants and manufacturers
Plants accumulate transformers through expansions, production line upgrades, and shutdowns. A spare dry-type that never got used, a step-down unit that got bypassed, or an oil-filled unit that failed during peak season can all end up eating floor space. Maintenance wants it gone, EHS wants it handled correctly, and operations wants no downtime. We buy those units and remove them on your schedule, coordinating with your maintenance window so the dock stays fluid and the line stays up.
Send photos, nameplates, and site conditions. We price fast, lock in a pickup time, and handle the rigging and freight. We buy dry-types from mezzanines, oil-filled padmounts behind the fence, control transformers from MCC rooms, and even a mix of switchgear and unit substations. If you have multiple buildings or campuses, we can route trucks to capture everything in one mobilization so your MRO team closes the work order and regains valuable space.
Logistics and payment
Electrical contractors
Contractors end up with transformers when a project design changes, an inspector requires a different kVA, or a replacement comes out of a mechanical room and the client asks you to remove it. You need paperwork done, materials out of the way, and cash back into the job. We buy your working, failed, and scrap transformers, plus switchgear and unit substations, and we do it without bogging down your crew or tying up your trucks.
Take a few photos, capture the nameplate, and email or call. We respond with a clear cash offer and line up pickup at the jobsite, your yard, or your client’s facility. If you have multiple small units, we can consolidate on one run. If the gear is in a tight spot, we coordinate the right rigging approach. Our role is to help you close out punch lists faster while turning left-behind equipment into money for your company.
Detail
Data centers
Data centers refresh gear on tight cycles and demand predictable removals with minimal disruption. Medium-voltage transformers, PDU and UPS transformers, and unit substations may be swapped during live cutovers, and access is often through controlled docks with security check-ins and precise load windows. We buy those units and plan removal to align with your MOP and site protocols, keeping coordination tight with your facility manager and electrical contractor.
We understand the need for quiet, efficient, and schedule-accurate work. Share photos, nameplates, and a brief scope. We will price quickly and set a pickup time that respects your maintenance window, whether that is day, night, or weekend. We buy dry-type and oil-filled units, switchgear, and associated components. Our focus is to clear the space, move the gear offsite without surprises, and convert your surplus into cash while your teams focus on reliability.
Also worth knowing
Property and facility managers
Office towers, campuses, retail centers, healthcare spaces, and mixed-use properties inherit transformers from tenant improvements, central plant upgrades, and garage or courtyard power changes. Even a small transformer in a riser room can become a months-long nuisance if no one owns the removal. We buy those units and schedule work that keeps tenants happy, docks open, and property operations uninterrupted.
Email photos and nameplates, plus access notes such as dock clearance, elevator dimensions, and after-hours preferences. We provide a cash offer and a removal plan that fits your building’s guidelines. For outdoor padmounts, we coordinate lifting and transport from the enclosure to the street without blocking drive lanes longer than necessary. For indoor dry-types, we protect finishes and follow building rules. The result is simple: unused electrical equipment leaves the property, your space is back in service, and you receive payment without chasing multiple vendors.
Condition and testing
Scrap and recycling yards
Yards often receive transformers that are too large to process easily, contain oil, or require specialized handling. Some are copper wound, some aluminum, and some are mixed lots arriving from contractors and municipalities. Floor space and compliance pressure make slow-moving units expensive to hold. We buy whole units and lots, price them quickly, and get them off your ground so your inbound and outbound flows stay efficient.
Send photos, basic weights if you have them, and any notes on condition or oil status. We can purchase as-is, arrange pump-out where needed, and load out with the right trailers. If you have a recurring stream, we can set up a repeat cadence with straightforward pricing so your dispatchers know what to expect. Our role is to turn heavy, time-consuming pieces into cash and free up your staff to focus on what moves fastest at your yard.
Freight
Dealers, traders and brokers
If you broker equipment, aggregate small lots, or manage leads from contractors and plant managers, you need fast pricing, reliability, and respect for relationships. We buy in the background or directly as needed, stay responsive, and keep communication clean so you can deliver for your client. Whether it is a single padmount, a room of dry-types, or a unit substation with switchgear, we step in as a buyer that helps you close the loop.
Share photos, nameplates, quantities, locations, and any timing constraints. We will respond with a cash offer and a hold window you can work with, then handle pickup, rigging, and freight once you greenlight. If a deal spans multiple sites or parties, we keep updates flowing and stay aligned with your instructions. The result is a straightforward sale that preserves your relationships and moves equipment offsite without friction.
Common questions
Questions sellers ask
What information do you need to make a cash offer?
Send clear photos of each unit, a close-up of the nameplate, approximate dimensions and weight if known, oil-filled or dry-type, and basic access details such as dock availability, overhead clearance, stairs, or distance to the truck. Tell us the pickup city and any scheduling constraints. If there are multiple units, a simple list with kVA, voltage, and quantity helps. With that, we can price quickly and lay out the pickup plan so you know exactly what will happen and when.
Do you handle pickup, freight and rigging?
Yes. Our buyers arrange the right truck and rigging approach based on what you show us. We match cranes, forklifts, dollies, or skates to the site and load path, and we coordinate timing with your team. You do not need to palletize or crate unless you prefer to. We aim to minimize your handling so your crews can focus on their core work while we remove the transformer safely and efficiently.
Will you buy failed or damaged transformers?
Yes. We routinely purchase failed and scrap transformers. Share photos and a brief description of the condition. If the unit is oil-filled or has any visible issues, we will assess and plan the appropriate removal and transport. Our offer will reflect condition and recovery factors, but the process remains the same: we price, schedule, and pick up so you can clear the space and close out the project without delays.
How fast can you pick up?
Speed depends on access, size, and distance, but we aim to move quickly. Small dry-types in easy locations can often be scheduled within a few days. Large padmounts or substation units that require special rigging may take longer to coordinate. Share your deadline and we will propose the earliest realistic date, then keep you updated so your team knows exactly when trucks and riggers will arrive.
Do you buy nationwide?
Yes. We buy in all 50 states and coordinate multi-site pickups as needed. If you manage several facilities, yards, or job sites, we can sequence a route to capture everything in one run or stage visits to match your internal schedule. Whether you have a single transformer or a lot spread across regions, we can make a cash offer and handle the logistics end to end.
Do you also buy switchgear and unit substations?
Yes. Along with transformers, we purchase medium-voltage and low-voltage switchgear, unit substations, and related electrical equipment. If your project includes a mix of transformers and gear, send the full scope. We will price it as one package or as separate items based on your preference. Our goal is to remove the entire group efficiently so you have one buyer, one pickup plan, and a clear cash return.
Ready to move the unit?
If you have a transformer or a lot of electrical equipment that needs to leave your site, we are ready to buy, schedule pickup, and get it gone. Share photos and nameplates, tell us where and when, and we will respond with a cash offer and a removal plan that fits your workflow. Call Owner Moses Johnson at 954-740-1983 or email electricalequipmentbuyers@gmail.com.