Why rent a commercial freezer?
Freezing failures are expensive: a breakdown can spoil a freezer full of stock overnight. Renting from Rental+ protects you on both fronts. There is no upfront capex, just a simple weekly direct debit, and every plan includes servicing, call-outs, parts and Planned Preventive Maintenance at no extra cost. If a freezer cannot be repaired on site, our fix-or-replace guarantee means it is replaced, and our nationwide network of engineers keeps upkeep and cover in hand so you are not left with warming stock. You also stay flexible: add capacity for busy seasons or upgrade as your menu grows, without tying up capital in equipment you own. With 46 years of experience, we supply reliable, leading-brand commercial freezers (such as Foster and Williams) kept in peak condition for as long as you rent, whether you take them new or as fully checked ‘Used Approved’ units.
Our commercial freezer range
We rent commercial freezers to suit every kitchen and cold-store need, from compact undercounter units to full-height uprights and large-capacity chest models.
Upright freezers
Single and double-door commercial upright freezers give you high-capacity frozen storage in a compact footprint, ideal for back-of-house and busy kitchens where floor space is tight.
Chest freezers
Commercial chest freezers offer generous, easy-access bulk storage and are well suited to sites that buy and freeze in volume.
Display and specialist freezers
For customer-facing frozen retail, see our display freezers, and for parlours, cafes and seasonal sites, our dedicated ice cream freezers.
What’s included in every freezer rental
– Servicing and Planned Preventive Maintenance to keep temperatures stable.
– Call-outs and parts included, with a nationwide network of engineers.
– Fix-or-replace guarantee: if it cannot be repaired, it is replaced.
– New or reconditioned (‘Used Approved’) freezers, quality-checked and maintained to the same standard.
– No upfront capex, paid by simple weekly direct debit.
Sectors we support
– Restaurants and kitchens storing prepped batches and bulk ingredients.
– Hotels with high-volume catering and banqueting.
– Convenience stores needing reliable frozen retail and storage.
– Care homes with strict food-safety and stock requirements.
Explore the full commercial refrigeration range, or see how our plans work in Rental+ plans explained.
FAQs
Frequenty Asked Questions
Is there a deposit or any upfront costs when renting a commercial freezer?
Rental+ takes a 12-week security deposit upfront for a commercial freezer, being fully refundable at the end of your contract. Beyond that, renting a commercial freezer avoids the large one-off cost of buying equipment outright.
Do I own the commercial freezer at the end of the rental?
No. You don’t own the commercial freezer at the end of the term. Our retentions manager will be in touch near the end of your commercial freezer contract to arrange either an extension or collection.
How quickly can you deliver a commercial freezer?
If the commercial freezer is in stock, delivery is usually around 3 working days. Ex-rental equipment takes around 2 weeks to be prepared and then delivered.
What happens if my commercial freezer breaks down?
If anything goes wrong or a fault develops with your commercial freezer, our service team responds within an 8-hour SLA to arrange an engineer, so you’re not left without a working freezer for long.
Do you provide installation for commercial freezers?
Installation of a commercial freezer isn’t included as standard, but we can arrange it for an additional charge if it is required.
What is the minimum rental term for a commercial freezer?
Commercial freezers are available on Rental+ agreements from 3 to 7 years, giving flexibility to choose a rental term that suits your business.
What's included in a Rental+ agreement for a commercial freezer?
Every commercial freezer Rental+ agreement includes planned preventative maintenance (PPM), servicing, replacement parts and engineer callouts at no additional cost.
Should I choose an upright, chest or display freezer?
Upright freezers are ideal for kitchens where floor space is limited, chest freezers provide high-capacity bulk storage and display freezers are designed to highlight frozen products in retail environments. We can help you choose the right freezer for your business.
What freezer capacity do I need?
Commercial freezers are available in capacities ranging from around 100 litres for compact undercounter models to over 1,400 litres for large double-door upright units. The right size depends on the volume of frozen food you need to store.
Are commercial freezers energy efficient?
Modern commercial freezers are designed to provide reliable temperature control while improving energy efficiency compared with older models.
Can I rent multiple commercial freezers?
Rental+ can supply multiple commercial freezers for single sites or multi-location businesses, helping you expand storage capacity as your operation grows.
