Doesn't appear to be open for business. -- Disappointed. Phone not answered. Email kicks back.

I had a laptop and CPU that were still good but I don't have a use for, so I thought I'd donate them here so someone else could get some use out of them. I pulled up to the donation area (after driving through huge mud holes) and stumbling around in the mud to help the guy get my stuff (I wasn't really planning on having to wash my car and myself before my next stop, but I did end up needing to.) The guy takes the two computers and runs off into the building. I asked another guy if they have tax receipts and he said "yeah, go ask him for one." So, I go chasing the guy into the building right as he's throwing the two computers down on the concrete floor from chest height. I mean, I guess I gave of them freely, but I was under the impression they would be put to use, not thrown down on the floor. They have tons of stuff, so I guess to them it's not much, but next time I think I'll do more research and try to find someone that really will use the stuff. I was planning to go in the store, but after that I just wanted to leave and never look back. read more

If you want to shop/buy, the entrance is on the East side of the building. If you are directionaly challenged, that's the side closest to downtown KCMO. To drop off items to recycle, go to the KCK side of the building. I love that there is an organization that devotes its energy to recycling electronics and office furniture. They will take your electronics, and you can also shop around for computers and office furniture. Need a large filing cabinet? This is your place. If you are REALLY good at messing around with computers, this is the place to get a cheap one, or get some parts to do whatever with...art? When I need a new desk chair, I will probably be headed back down there. The employees were engaging and helpful. Just another reason to take an adventure in the West Bottoms. read more

Surplus Exchange - East side of the building. Entrance to go buy stuff. - Office Equipment Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

Part junk shop, part office equipment museum, full-time place where old desks, chairs, computers and filing cabinets go to die. Appropriately located in the true East Bottoms of KCMO, you don't get to this destination by accident. You're coming here with a purpose. I came looking for a new office desk, and while there are probably hundreds, didn't find what I was looking for, but certainly can't say you'd experience the same. I'm pretty sure I saw the same desk I sat behind for several years in the early 1980s at a south JoCo corporation. A friendly young German Shepherd greets you at the door in case you're thinking of lifting something. I wasn't. I walked through, didn't see much of anything I'd want in my house but for a lot of businesses I'd think this might be a gold mine. If you're looking for some office equipment and an interesting "experience," suggest you visit. Just don't expect anything really fancy here, but if you're running a business on a real budget and don't have big design needs I'd think this place would be a gold mine. read more

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One of the best kept secrets in Kansas City for a variety of computer and furniture options! I found them when I first moved to KC in the 90's when I wanted vintage and groovy recycled office chairs and furniture. Pretty sure they supplied every fledgling gallery and artist's studio in the West Bottoms with tables, chairs, desks and display furniture. Back then they were in a four story building and the owner regularly set out a row of FREE stray office chairs that the artists could take back to their studios!!! Today they continue to be a valuable resource by recycling largely used office furniture and equipment. I've bought 2 EXCELLENT computers from them and service after the sale is exemplary! They're a professional and valuable resource that does a fantastic service for the customers, Kansas City and the environment. Oh, by the way, you can recycle your old computers through them!! read more

I'm a fan. First, people are right - it's the city's best kept secret. I'm a freelance writer with a home office and kids in college. A lot of my office equipment comes from Surplus Exchange because the prices are so reasonable. My leather office chair that looked brand new was only $25. I've bought two iMacs for my kids, an HP pro laptop my daughter calls "a beast" for film editing, and iMac for my intern to use, three tables suitable for my living room, and a 32" television that was like new condition. They always seem to have what I'm looking for. Plus, they're really nice to work with. The staff is friendly and seem to like working there. So i visited recently to buy a tower PC system for a charity where I volunteer. It runs like a dream. They mostly have Windows machines (Macs are rare finds), but there is plenty of refurbished stock. And if you go to the back dock, you can drop off your unneeded or nonworking computers and electronics for recycling. The inventory changes a lot so you may not find everything you need on a single visit. But it's worth repeat trips. Not open on Sunday or Monday so plan accordingly. Nonprofit, so support them if you can. read more

I love this place it's clean and the staff is friendly, and you get great deals here i got a Nintendo GameCube for ten bucks and it works, thanks guys! read more

I would like to Report @SURPLUS EXCHANGE unfair practices. The manager CARLOS has a side business fixing TVs, but denied me a refund or an exchange for 4 defective TVS I purchased from them. The video can be viewed on my INstagram page @ROWEROWE25 HERE IS ME BEING BLOCKED BY #surplusexchange MAKING MY CASE & THEN FACEBOOK BOOTED ME. MAYBE BECAUSE OF THE COPYWRITE INFRINGEMENT https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1731992673492792&id=100000462297977 read more

I learned about this place from the electronics recycling event in Overland Park. I was delighted to learn they actually work on computers as well as take them in for recycling. Within a week of buying a new computer at Best Buy....along with the purchase of an anti-virus program, my computer was acting very weird and doing crazy things. A trip back to Best Buy was so aggravating because they wanted $200.00 to take a look at it. Really? I just bought it and now it's $200.00 to check it out? No way! So, I took a chance on having Surplus Exhange repair it. $45.00 and the computer runs better than it ever did! David in the tech shop really knows his stuff! He also showed me some things I did not know how to do on the computer. They sell computers and all sorts of office equipment. It's a hugh warehouse but not a fancy retail perfectly decorated eye-appealing strip mall type mega store. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. The prices are great. It's the bargain hunter's paradise. You will pay less so expect less when it comes to the fancy location and showroom type atmosphere. Getting there is an adventure! It is located down by the Wheeler airport but across the river on the south side. My friend had a GPS and it did nothing but get us lost. I called and the woman on the phone was very helpful and talked to us until we arrived at their door. To check out everything I would need to spend several hours. I went there for the purpose of having my computer repaired. If I have electronics for recycling I will take them to Surplus Exchange or to the recycling event in Overland Park...either way it's a great business to have in the Kansas City area. read more

Love this place has a lot of great recycled items. Amazing prices! We have bought desk, office chair, multiple filing cabinets. Computer equipment. Just bought a metal cabinet with doors that we are putting on patio to put a TV in, very happy with selection. Very helpful. Why buy new when you can buy for a fraction of the cost for used? read more

this place is a dump, but they do have a ton of used office equipment and decent prices. Their computer people (Dave) are kind of old school and behind the times in technology, but if you now what you want you might score a deal. If you re looking for a high level of customer assistance yo wont find it here, but if you know what you are looking for and are willing to roll up your sleeves yo can save some money. read more

This is a Great place to find office furniture on the cheap!!! We got 2 office chairs for $25.00 each. Great customer service!! If we have any more office furniture needs, we will be back. Highly recommend this place!!! read more

Great place for used office/school type furniture. As a teacher, I appreciate being able to pick up quality used furniture on a budget for my classroom. The staff is always so friendly and helpful. They take apart anything I need and load it for me in my vehicle. The lady at the front check out counter is the best. When she finds out I am a teacher, she throws in free office supplies, like staplers and rulers. I highly recommend them. read more

Surplus exchange is the truth! Good staff great technicians. Good recycled equipment that is tested on site. All that and the prices are the best part. read more

I called ahead of time to donate office furniture and they told me they would take it. When I got there, they said they are super premium items that will sell right away. The things I had were nice and in good condition, but they just didn't want to bother with it. What a waste of time and effort. They need to rethink how they run the operation. read more

Forget DL's review. I've picked up some dandy audio gear there, barrister bookcases, a very nice Steelcase desk chair, all sorts of stuff. Sure, it's a dump, and I find that that's part of it's charm, but it was more charming at the old location before the fire. If you're a member of the it-must-be-brand-new-and-shiny crowd, go to Best Buy. If you're a scrounger like me, it's paradise. It's the best source of cheap office furniture in the city. read more

I love Surplus Exchange! We recently got rid of a bunch of old electronics from the church and they took them and recycled them free of charge. I love that they do not end up in a landfill and that they are reused. read more