Business Details
Trusted Medical Equipment Suppliers in Belfast
Established in 1846, John Preston is a sixth-generation family business specialising in homecare, medical, and mobility equipment across the UK and Ireland. We serve healthcare professionals, care homes, and private customers, offering solutions for both primary and secondary care. Our extensive product range includes medical devices, diagnostic equipment, PPE, continence care, and mobility aids. As an ISO 9001-certified company, we prioritise quality management systems to ensure exceptional service delivery. We hold contracts with the NHS, HSE in Ireland, local authorities, and education sectors, providing tailored solutions such as period dignity schemes and SEN products.Our dedicated team delivers nationwide equipment hire, home demonstrations, and aftersales services, including repairs and preventative maintenance. With workshops in Scotland, Ireland, and England, we offer rapid response times and genuine spare parts for all major brands. Our enhanced warranty packages and white-glove installation services ensure long-term customer satisfaction. We combine 175+ years of experience with cutting-edge technology to address evolving healthcare needs. Committed to E-E-A-T principles, we maintain transparency, ethical standards, and continuous staff training to uphold our reputation as a trusted industry leader.
Services
Equipment Hire
Home Demonstrations
Aftersales Service
Mobility Training
Wetroom Solutions
Medical Equipment Supply
Pressure Care Products
Paediatric Aids
Wheelchair Repairs
CPAP Machines
Highlights and features
- 175+ years of family-owned expertise in medical equipment supply
- ISO 9001-certified quality management systems
- Nationwide service with workshops in Scotland, Ireland, and England
- Genuine spare parts and preventative maintenance for all major brands
- Tailored solutions for NHS, HSE, and education sector contracts
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- British Healthcare Traders Association
What people say
Excellent service
Knowledgeable staff
Rapid delivery
Comprehensive demonstrations
Reliable equipment
Services
Equipment Hire
We provide short-term rentals of essential mobility equipment including manual wheelchairs, profiling beds, patient hoists, and dynamic mattresses across Northern Ireland. Our care packages include delivery, installation, and collection services. All hire items undergo thorough sanitisation and inspection between uses to ensure safety and reliability for temporary needs like recuperation or holidays.
Home Demonstrations
Our free home demonstration service allows customers to test mobility solutions in their own environment before purchase. Experts assess individual needs and demonstrate equipment suitability, covering products from powerchairs to specialist seating. Available across Ireland, Northern Ireland, and Scotland, this service includes professional advice on VAT relief and product warranties without obligation.
Aftersales Service
We offer comprehensive repair and preventative maintenance for all mobility equipment including wheelchairs, scooters, hoists, and profiling beds. Our ISO 9001-certified engineers use genuine spare parts and diagnostic tools like LOLER load testers. Services cover individuals, care homes, hospitals, and schools with nationwide coverage across the UK and Ireland.
Wetroom Solutions
We supply accessible bathroom solutions including walk-in baths, easy access showers, and wetrooms tailored to individual needs. Our range features height-adjustable sinks and wall-mounted changing tables for healthcare settings. Professional installation guidance is provided to ensure safety and compliance, with funding advice available for eligible customers.
Medical Equipment Supply
We distribute medical devices, PPE, continence care products, and diagnostic equipment to healthcare sectors across the UK and Ireland. As contracted suppliers to the NHS and HSE, we provide examination gowns, patient hygiene products, and specialist seating solutions. Our inventory includes pressure care mattresses and rehabilitation aids for both institutional and homecare use.
Questions
Do you offer home demonstrations for mobility equipment?
Yes, we provide free home demonstrations across Ireland, Northern Ireland, and Scotland with no obligation to purchase. Our experts bring equipment to your location for practical testing.
What mobility equipment hire options are available?
We hire manual wheelchairs, profiling beds, patient hoists, and dynamic mattresses in Northern Ireland with delivery/installation services. Minimum hire period is one week.
Are your engineers ISO-certified?
Yes, we are ISO 9001-certified with trained engineers who use genuine spare parts and diagnostic equipment for all major brands.
Do you supply to healthcare institutions?
Yes, we hold NHS and HSE contracts, supplying medical devices, continence care products, and rehabilitation equipment to hospitals, care homes, and schools.
What payment options are available?
We accept major credit/debit cards and offer VAT relief options for eligible customers purchasing mobility equipment.
Can you help with bathroom adaptations?
Yes, we supply walk-in baths, wetrooms, and accessible shower solutions with professional installation guidance across the UK and Ireland.
