When buying items in Batumi, you should clarify two things in advance: the condition of the item and how you will pick it up. This is especially important for furniture and household appliances: it's hard to judge odors, traces of damp, and damage to the body from a photo, and transportation can noticeably change the overall cost.
Where to Find Used Items in Batumi
Open ads in Batumi to search connected Telegram sources or the Batumi Telegram flea market catalog if you want to browse the groups yourself. Additional offers can be searched at MyMarket.
Search for the item by name, and for appliances — by model. Clarify the neighborhood and the date when the item can be collected: an ad saying "selling before leaving" does not in itself mean a discount or urgent handover.
How to Inspect Furniture
- Wardrobe, table, or chest of drawers: check the edges of the boards, the back panel, and places near the floor. Swelling, delamination, and soft spots require attention.
- Sofa or armchair: inspect the upholstery from underneath and behind, check for odor and the fold-out mechanism. A cover may conceal stains.
- Bed: check the fixings, base, and stability. Frame size and mattress size are different parameters.
Request photos in daylight and find out where the item was stored. An answer like "was kept on the balcony" is a reason to inspect it more carefully, not to automatically refuse the purchase.
How to Check Appliances
Arrange for the seller to show the device in operation. A single photo of a lit indicator is not enough: for a vacuum cleaner, check suction and attachments; for a washing machine, check water fill and drain; for a refrigerator, check cooling and seals.
Do not disassemble plugged-in appliances yourself. If there are signs of corrosion, damaged wires, or unclear malfunctions, consider whether a diagnostic is needed before buying. A discount doesn't explain the cause of the problem.
For smartphones, use the separate inspection checklist.
What to Find Out About Self-Pickup
Send the seller the dimensions of the door opening or elevator if you are unsure whether the item will fit. Before hiring a vehicle, clarify:
- The address, floor, and whether there is a working elevator.
- Dimensions and possibility of disassembly.
- Who will disassemble, pack, and take out the item.
- The time when the seller will be able to hand it over.
- Transportation cost to your address, including lifting.
First agree on an inspection, then on transport. Otherwise, a paid vehicle may force you to take an item that doesn’t suit you.
If Selling Before Leaving
In the ad, write the exact handover date and pickup conditions. If you need to use the appliance until the very last day, mention this right away. Do not call the item "ideal" if there are signs of use: photos and descriptions of defects will help avoid disputes during the meeting.
For details, see the plan for selling items before moving.