How to Find the Right Trailer for Your Needs

Whether you’re a contractor or a homeowner with a particularly difficult project to tackle, trailers can be an excellent way to make any job easy. These heavy-duty workhorses can make your life easier by helping you to quickly transport cargo from one place to another. However, not all trailers are made equal and some perform certain tasks better than others. 

At Mountain West Trailers in Heber City, UT, we want to make sure you’re getting the right machine, which is why we’ve listed some essential points you’ll need to consider before buying a trailer. If you want to check out our selection of trailers for sale in Utah, visit our dealership and see for yourself what we have in stock right now.

Consider Your Budget

As you’re looking at your options, one of the biggest concerns is going to be the budget. We recommend balancing what’s realistic for you with what’s realistic for the market. You don’t want to set the range so low that you exclude most of your options. Look around at some of the models that you’re most interested in and compare the average cost with your budget and make some adjustments to your expectations as needed. Also ask the experts at Mountain West Trailers about how you can make your purchase more affordable, including financing options, choosing pre-owned options, or any special promotions that we might be running right now.

Project Requirements

First, think about what function your trailer will serve. Are you going to make trips with a massive amount of cargo? Or do you only need a little extra room to compliment the storage space in your truck bed? Make sure you look at models that offer the storage space and carrying capacity you need. If you get something too small, you'll end up being forced to make multiple trips. If you get something too large, you'll end up paying for extra space you don't need.

Open or Enclosed?

Next, decide whether you want an open or an enclosed trailer. Open trailers expose your cargo to the elements, but they tend to be cheaper and easier to maintain. On the other hand, enclosed rigs keep your cargo safe from the elements and potential thieves if you ever leave your cargo unattended. But they tend to require more maintenance and come at a slightly higher cost. 

Towing

Another important point to consider is how you will get your trailer to your destination. Do you own a vehicle that has a compatible hitch style? Not all vehicles can tow all trailers, so be sure you know what your tow vehicle hitch style is and look at compatible models.

You'll also need to examine the weight capacity of your tow vehicle. Remember that this number includes the weight of any cargo and passengers, as well as the weight of the vehicle. It's dangerous and illegal to overload a tow vehicle, so be sure you know what your limits are!

Storage Options

Finally, keep in mind that you will need to put your trailer somewhere when it is not in use. The best option is somewhere that protects your rig from weather and potential thieves, such as a garage or shed. If you have to store it in plain sight, ask the dealership about the best ways to reduce the chance of theft and prevent weather damage.

We hope you found this guide helpful! When you are ready to look at some quality equipment trailers for sale, visit Mountain West Trailers. Our friendly staff can help you find the perfect model for your unique project needs. We are located in Heber City, UT, and welcome everyone from SLC.