Peterson Cat

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Peterson Cat is a Caterpillar equipment dealer providing heavy machinery, engines, parts, rentals, and service across Northern California and parts of Oregon and Washington.

San Leandro, California, USA
Owned by Peterson Holding Company

About Peterson Cat

Peterson Cat is the brand name used by Peterson Tractor Company, a large Caterpillar dealership and equipment provider serving Northern California and parts of the Pacific Northwest. From its long-standing base in San Leandro, California, Peterson sells and supports a wide range of Cat machinery, including construction and earthmoving equipment, power systems, agricultural machinery, and related attachments. The company also offers equipment rentals, trailer sales, and comprehensive parts and service support for contractors, municipalities, and industrial customers.([mylittlesalesman.com](https://www.mylittlesalesman.com/peterson-tractor-co?utm_source=openai))

A charge labeled “PETERSON SAN LEANDRO” is very likely associated with purchases or services at Peterson Cat’s San Leandro locations, such as buying parts, paying for equipment repair, renting machinery, or settling an invoice for field service or power systems work. Customers might see both small charges (for individual parts or shop work) and larger ones (for major repairs, rentals, or equipment deposits). In some cases, there may be a temporary authorization hold if a card is used to secure a rental or large service job, which can appear as a pending or duplicated charge until it settles.([mapquest.com](https://www.mapquest.com/us/california/peterson-holding-co-372378592?utm_source=openai))

If you have questions about a Peterson Cat charge, start by checking any invoices, work orders, or rental agreements tied to recent equipment service or parts purchases—these documents usually list the San Leandro location and invoice numbers that correspond to the card transaction. You can also contact Peterson Cat directly via the phone numbers and contact forms listed on their official website, referencing the last four digits of your card and the transaction date and amount. If you still can’t recognize the charge, you can ask them to look up the transaction by invoice or customer account; and if it remains unfamiliar after speaking with Peterson and your internal team, you should contact your bank or card issuer to dispute the charge and request further investigation.

Bank Statement Variations

1 known variations

These are the raw merchant codes that appear on bank and credit card statements that we've identified as belonging to Peterson Cat.

  1. PETERSON SAN LEANDRO

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I see a charge from “PETERSON SAN LEANDRO” on my card statement?

This descriptor typically refers to Peterson Cat / Peterson Tractor Company’s San Leandro facilities. The charge is usually for equipment parts, shop or field service, a rental, or another Caterpillar-related transaction processed through their San Leandro location.

Could this Peterson Cat charge be related to an equipment rental or deposit?

Yes. Peterson Cat frequently processes card payments for rental equipment and may place authorization holds for security deposits. These can initially appear as pending charges and then finalize or drop off once the rental is completed and the final amount is processed.

How can I match a Peterson Cat card charge to a specific invoice or work order?

Check any recent Peterson Cat invoices, work orders, or rental agreements for the San Leandro location and compare invoice dates and totals to your card statement. If you cannot match them, call Peterson Cat’s San Leandro office or use the contact form on petersoncat.com and ask them to search by your company name, customer account, and transaction date/amount.

Does Peterson Cat offer refunds or credits if my equipment repair or parts order changes?

Peterson Cat may issue refunds or credits depending on the situation—for example, returned parts in resalable condition or adjustments to service invoices. Policies can vary by product type and whether the parts were special-ordered, so you should contact your sales or service representative or the San Leandro parts department for details and to request a credit memo if applicable.

How do I dispute a Peterson Cat charge I don’t recognize?

First, contact Peterson Cat directly with the transaction date, amount, and the descriptor “PETERSON SAN LEANDRO” to see if they can locate a matching invoice under your business or cardholder name. If they confirm no matching transaction or you still believe it is unauthorized, immediately notify your bank or card issuer to open a dispute and, if necessary, cancel or replace the card.

Why does my statement show multiple Peterson Cat charges on the same day?

It’s common for separate invoices to be processed individually—for example, one for parts and another for shop labor or rental fees. Additionally, an authorization hold and a final settled charge can temporarily appear as two line items. The hold should drop off after the final transaction posts; if it does not, contact Peterson Cat or your card issuer.

Can I set up recurring or account-based billing with Peterson Cat instead of paying per visit?

Many commercial customers have open charge accounts or credit terms with Peterson’s family of companies, while others pay per transaction by card. If you prefer consolidated billing or regular statements instead of one-off card charges, speak with Peterson Cat’s credit or accounts receivable department about opening or adjusting an account.

Where can I get contact information for the Peterson Cat San Leandro location about a billing question?

Current phone numbers, hours, and contact forms for the San Leandro Peterson Cat location are listed on petersoncat.com under Locations. Use those details to reach the parts, service, or administrative teams and have your card statement and any invoices handy when you call.

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