Vending Machine Service FAQs in Chicago, IL
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How much does vending machine service cost in Chicago?
For qualifying businesses, placement costs nothing. We own the machines and cover delivery, installation, product, weekly restocking, cleaning, maintenance, repairs and card processing. Employees pay only for what they buy.
What is included in your free vending service?
Equipment delivery, installation, product stocking, maintenance, repairs, emergency service, payment processing and ongoing consultation. No equipment costs, no installation fees, no service-call fees.
What is the minimum number of employees needed?
Generally 40 or more employees or equivalent daily foot traffic. Gyms, clinics, dealerships, apartment buildings and public facilities often qualify with smaller staffs.
Are there contracts or long-term commitments?
No. Service is month-to-month with no contracts and no hidden fees. If you are not satisfied we remove the machines at no cost.
Can I buy a vending machine instead?
Yes. We sell new, used and refurbished machines outright with local delivery, installation and service. See vending machines for sale.
What brands and products do you carry?
Frito-Lay, Coca-Cola, Pepsi, Snickers, M&Ms, Gatorade and Red Bull, plus protein bars, nuts, salads, cold-pressed juices and fresh fruit. See the product list.
Do you offer healthy vending options?
Yes: protein bars, nuts, baked chips, dried fruit, granola, salads, grain bowls, parfaits, juices, protein shakes, sparkling water and organic teas. See healthy vending.
Can we choose the products?
Yes. We customize around your team’s favorites, dietary needs, cultural preferences and wellness goals, and employees can request items any time.
How often are machines restocked?
One to two times per week for most Chicago locations, adjusted to actual sales. Remote monitoring shows us what is selling out between visits.
Do your machines accept credit cards and Apple Pay?
Yes, plus Google Pay, Samsung Pay, and bills and coins where you want them. See credit card vending machines.
How do refunds work if a product gets stuck?
Employees contact us by phone or email and we refund within 24 hours, or you can keep petty cash with a simple refund log.
How long does installation take?
7 to 10 business days from approval, or 3 to 5 business days with rush installation.
What is the difference between vending machines and micro markets?
Vending machines dispense single items from enclosed compartments; micro markets use open shelving and coolers with a self-checkout kiosk. Vending fits most breakrooms and every security situation.
Do you offer coffee service?
Yes: single-serve Keurig-style machines, traditional brewers and coffee subscriptions. See office coffee service.
Can you provide vending for special events?
Yes, including rentals for conferences, trade shows and temporary installations, plus catering food services.
Do you service second and third shift?
Yes. Machines run 24 hours a day and stocking is scheduled around shift changes and dock availability.
How much space does a machine need?
Roughly three to four feet of width with door clearance and ventilation behind it, plus a grounded outlet nearby.
Are your machines ADA compliant?
Yes, with accessible controls and payment placement.
How much Splenda is in a packet?
About one gram of sweetener, equivalent to roughly two teaspoons of sugar. We stock sweeteners, creamers and condiments with our coffee and breakroom service.
What areas of Chicago do you service?
All of Chicago plus 77 suburbs within roughly 35 miles across Cook, DuPage and Will County. See the service areas page.
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