American Surplus Reviews 338

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers appreciate the responsiveness and helpfulness of the staff, noting that the sales team is quick to provide quotes and revisions. Consumers highlight the excellent service, clear communication, and prompt response times. The logistics team is also commended for their efficiency in arranging deliveries. People mention the wide variety of products available and the good quality of the items. Many reviewers are pleased with how the company assists with arranging freight and ensures that orders are packed and secured properly for delivery. Some reviewers mentioned issues regarding the state of the product received. Overall, consumers express satisfaction and a willingness to use the company for future needs.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The purchasing process was great, very friendly and very helpful. They went out of their way to ensure that I got what I needed. They even changed a confirmed order when they found more desirable pa... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Could not have picked a better supplier to partner with for racking out our new warehouse space! I worked with Jim A and he was responsive to my requests and changes. He sent pics to show the quali... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The sales group was quick to respond and pulled together quotes and revised quotes the same day. Everyone from sales, to shipping, to billing was easy to work with and communicated well. Very happy wi... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I don't normally take the time to do reviews, however I purchased some good used gravity rollers from American Surplus a couple weeks ago. This was my very first experience with them. Everything wa... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Friendly, very helpful, prompt responses via email, easy ordering process. Payment on-site. Top products. Happy to use again. Highly recommended company.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Exceptional Products Our experience was great they were helpful and knowledgeable in finding what we were looking at for our new packing line. We will be using them for other needs in the future

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The team at American Surplus are great to work with. They were courteous and professional at every step in the process. Everything was delivered as promised!

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Josh, Rachael & Danielle were great to work with. Our warehouse & manufacturing love the work benches. We be needing more & look forward to dealing with the team in the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great product & Great People. Sent a email on purchase. Tom got back to me right away. Sent me a quote and got me the product we wanted. We had an issue with some cross beams and Tom and the shop took... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy choice selection, and they were very malleable. I had originally planned on picking up the material lift, but ended up changing to shipping and they were able to accommodate without a problem! Th... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The sales team found us the equipment we needed on short notice. The logistics team was prompt and communicative in arranging delivery. Overall a very easy and positive experience. Thank you!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

There was a small hiccup with the order, however it was quickly resolved by Matt Hawkins. Product quality/packaging was excellent.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience! Drove down with a U- Haul box truck and they loaded it for me! I was by myself and couldn't pick up the half ton worth of metal grating. The staff was really friendly!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Filled out the online contact form requesting quote for gravity conveyors. They never got back to me, but didn't hesitate to put my email address on their junk mail list. Called them but was put on h... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

American surplus did a great job for us. Everything was delivered in great shape and as specified. Thank you.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Need to learn how to properly pack a shipment for transport on an "LTL" carrier. Had a shipment that was 108" wide on a 45" pallet. This is not correct and as a result, I have been invoiced $425.00 b... See more

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Charging unit we ordered didn't come with one of the cables needed for install. Not disclosed and is a common sense assumption that it would be included. Company didn't want to ship the cable and said... See more

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

the table we received were in good shape and no complaints. The communication from salesman was not great. had a hard time getting any response until I added owner on emails. Didn't answer calls or em... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Wish I had read reviews prior to placing order. Slsmn quoted free shipping and 5 - 7 business day ship window, as items were in stock. Confirming order came back FOB shipping point and 7 - 10 busin... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I had a very disappointing experience with American Surplus Inc. I purchased an item for $6,000, and dealing with Rachel, who handled the shipping, was a nightmare. She refused to provide any... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

repeat business - good quality product - just need to clarify the style and type prior to purchase to make sure it will work as intended as well.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Product came damaged and the trucking outfit you recommended wouldn't pay the damages and your company wouldn't take responsibility either. We got stuck with 15 damaged racks.

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

The sales rep was great. Really appreciate how he handled things. The product was not as in good shape that I was led to believe. A lot of rust on the product, bent shelves. I expected some wear s... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Accurate description. Product was of good quality. Quick shipping and helped arrange for delivery.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Everybody was very helpful. Received what we ordered. There was one piece that had a twist and they replaced it right away.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Everything was what they say it was.. working with me to get it deliver was awesome..

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent customer service, prompt responses, very competitive pricing. Great purchasing experience all around.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service, great communication and follow up. Everything promised was delivered


Company details

  1. Material Handling Equipment Supplier
  2. Business to Business Service
  3. Industrial Equipment Supplier
  4. Packaging Machinery

About American Surplus

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With over 25 years of experience assisting business across industries, American Surplus has built a trusted reputation for exceeding customer's material handling needs. We work earnestly to match every customer with the exact new or used material handling equipment they require. Offering the most competitive prices in the industry puts American Surplus among the top suppliers nationwide for both new and used material handling equipment.

American Surplus takes pride in knowing that customers feel comfortable calling in to discuss their current and future plans. Our skilled sales staff works one on one with each business owner, insuring they receive the product that best fulfills their unique application. Visit our warehouse and take a look at the wide array of pallet racking, conveyor, shelving, and mezzanine materials stored in our massive 1/2 million sqft. facility across 3 floors! A member of our sales team will gladly give you a tour, so feel free to swing by! Our doors are always open.

President of American Surplus Inc., Bill DiMaio Jr., began his career in sales back in 1985. As he rapidly excelled in the industry, Bill decided to take on an even larger endeavor, to start his own company. With hard work and determination, Bill DiMaio Jr. and his supportive wife Claire DiMaio, became the only husband and wife team in the used material handling industry. Claire took charge of the accounting department & human resources, with the help of their son, Bill DiMaio III. American Surplus Inc. is a family business, and when you work with family, you are treated like family. A knowledgeable sales team with several members holding over 10 years of experience is an added benefit when contacting American Surplus Inc. Our trained staff not only provides the best price on used material handling equipment, they also offer valuable advice on any project you may have in mind. Confidently work through your project, from the initial idea, to shipping and installation, and beyond, knowing our staff will be there to help during the entire process. We strive towards building long term relationships with our customers, and we do so by making sure every job is done right. Used material handling equipment for sale including pallet rack, all types of conveyor, shelving and mezzanines

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4.4

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

very…

very nice........................................

23 June 2025
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Reply from American Surplus

Thank you Val!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Experience

The team at American Surplus are great to work with. They were courteous and professional at every step in the process. Everything was delivered as promised!

14 January 2026
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Reply from American Surplus

Thank you Byron!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great product & Great People

Great product & Great People. Sent a email on purchase. Tom got back to me right away. Sent me a quote and got me the product we wanted. We had an issue with some cross beams and Tom and the shop took care of the issue right away. Have been purchasing our rack from American Surplus for many years and always a pleasure working with them.

14 January 2026
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Reply from American Surplus

Thank you for the kind words Matt!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First experience - couldn't have been better

I don't normally take the time to do reviews, however I purchased some good used gravity rollers from American Surplus a couple weeks ago. This was my very first experience with them. Everything was EXACTLY as advertised, they helped me arrange the truck freight, and most importantly they did a great job of packing/securing the load and it arrived in perfect condition. The price of what I purchased was extremely competitive & I would not hesitate to buy from them again - I'm almost looking forward to needing something they can supply!
Really good customer service is becoming rare in this world, so It's refreshing to find a company that is still doing it right.

16 January 2026
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Reply from American Surplus

Thank you Mike, pleasure doing business with you as well!

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Need to learn how to properly pack a…

Need to learn how to properly pack a shipment for transport on an "LTL" carrier. Had a shipment that was 108" wide on a 45" pallet. This is not correct and as a result, I have been invoiced $425.00 by my carrier for "excessive length".
The vendor response to this review was predictably not helpful. Very disappointing.............

15 January 2026
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Reply from American Surplus

Cliff,
We’re sorry to hear about your experience with the freight carrier and understand how frustrating unexpected charges can be. We have packaged and shipped our products using this same method for over 35 years without issue.

If the carrier had concerns about the packaging or dimensions, those should have been addressed at the time of pickup. The driver had the opportunity to review the load while it was being loaded, rather than accepting it and later issuing additional charges.

While freight collect shipments and carrier fees are ultimately determined by the carrier, we truly regret the inconvenience this situation caused and appreciate you sharing your feedback.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

the table we received were in good…

the table we received were in good shape and no complaints. The communication from salesman was not great. had a hard time getting any response until I added owner on emails. Didn't answer calls or emails. This was disappointing as a customer.

2 December 2025
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Reply from American Surplus

Bill,

Thank you for your business and for taking the time to share your feedback. I’m sorry to hear that you felt our communication fell short—that’s certainly not the experience we aim to provide.

Based on our records, your quote request came in on the afternoon of 10/7, and you received a response the following morning. There was email correspondence with Josh on 10/8, and the order was placed shortly thereafter. That said, we understand that timely and clear communication is important, and we appreciate you bringing this to our attention so we can continue to improve.

We’re glad to hear the tables arrived in good condition, and we appreciate the opportunity to work with you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Team Effort

The sales team found us the equipment we needed on short notice. The logistics team was prompt and communicative in arranging delivery. Overall a very easy and positive experience. Thank you!

2 December 2025
Rated 2 out of 5 stars

you priced yourself out of the marketplace

salesperson was great.
you priced yourself out of the marketplace.

3 November 2025
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Reply from American Surplus

Thanks for the kind words about our salesperson — we’ll be sure to pass that along! We have to admit, we’re a little confused… if we “priced ourselves out of the marketplace,” how did we end up earning your business? Either way, we’re glad you chose us and appreciate the opportunity to work with you!

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

The sales rep was very personable. Product not great.

The sales rep was great. Really appreciate how he handled things. The product was not as in good shape that I was led to believe. A lot of rust on the product, bent shelves. I expected some wear since it was used but it was too much rust in my opinion for the price I paid. And bent shelves where they rock on the rack. I can't use them. Was disappointed in product for what I paid for it. and another $800+ to have it shipped.

26 September 2025
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I had a very disappointing experience…



I had a very disappointing experience with American Surplus Inc. I purchased an item for $6,000, and dealing with Rachel, who handled the shipping, was a nightmare. She refused to provide any freight quotes initially, and when I finally asked, she just suggested a company they supposedly work with—without offering any assistance or solutions.

When the item was delivered, the crate was in pieces, and the forklift operator couldn’t even remove the pallet because it was completely trashed. The items inside were bent and damaged. Instead of working with us to resolve the issue—such as issuing a refund or sending replacement parts—Rachel has been unresponsive, giving no updates and refusing to communicate. She even blamed others instead of taking responsibility.

Overall, I would not order from this company again or use the freight service they recommend. Very poor customer service and quality control.

25 September 2025
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Reply from American Surplus

Hi Christopher,

We’re sorry to hear about your experience, but we would like to clarify a few important details. Rachel did not “refuse” to offer you a freight quote — in fact, her initial email to you clearly stated:

“Will you be scheduling your own pickup and sending a BOL, or do you need me to get you a freight quote and put you in touch with a broker? I have included the dimensions of your order for your reference.”

We also want to note that your order was crated and loaded in perfect condition, as confirmed by our photos prior to shipment. Any damage that occurred after pickup would need to be addressed with the freight carrier, as they are responsible for handling the material during transit.

While we understand your frustration, we wish you had reached out to us directly before posting this review. We would have been more than happy to assist you in resolving the issue and arranging replacement parts.

Sincerely,
The American Surplus Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Exceptional Products

Exceptional Products
Our experience was great they were helpful and knowledgeable in finding what we were looking at for our new packing line. We will be using them for other needs in the future

27 August 2025

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