Guide to Choose the Right Size of Utility Trailers and Rental Trucks for an Easy Move

Published: 13th July 2011
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Trailers are generally vehicles used to carry a load, which by themselves contain no motorization, but are instead attached to and pulled by other motorized vehicles. Utility trailers provide adequate transport solutions for hauling a variety of loads from one place to another. Other than the utility trailers, recreational vehicles, mobile homes or travel trailers that are towable are also referred to as trailers. Most moving rental companies offer enclosed utility trailers and vehicle trailers for rent in a variety of sizes and at reasonable rates, making it easy for consumers to rent the right trailer for their needs, be it heavy-duty enclosed or whatever. For planning the best move, it is advantageous to decide exactly how much "stuff" you have to move, and then determine the proper size of the trailer or truck.
Remember that it's always better to go for too large than too small. If you end up with more space inside the truck or trailer use ropes and sport straps to keep things secure when you have to turn those sharp corners. Don't stack things too high if you have a lot of extra room inside-lower those stacks of boxes to fill more floor room.

In regards to trailers, remember they are always the cheapest route to go if you have a vehicle strong enough to pull one. Even the cost of installing a good trailer hitch will be offset by the money you save pulling a trailer over renting a truck. If you only have boxes and a small piece of furniture or two, consider pulling a trailer.
Moving truck rental companies always have customer service representatives, brochures and posters on their websites that help determine the size of the truck you will need. Their charts will also tell you the exact dimensions, which will be an important consideration for king-size mattresses, big-screen televisions and side-by-side refrigerators. Truck Rental Companies will also inform whether that particular truck has a ramp or lift.
A 10-12' truck will generally hold the contents of the average studio apartment.14-15' trucks should be able to contain the contents of the average one-bedroom apartment. Two-bedroom apartment or house dwellers should probably choose the 16-17' truck. Anything larger than a two-bedroom home would need to go inside a 24-26' truck. Even the largest truck available for self-moves won't usually hold all the contents of a large home if over-sized furniture, lawn-and-gardening equipment, and a garage full of table and circular saws are involved. These moves usually require pulling an additional trailer behind the truck, as well.

Self-moving companies usually sell boxes, packing supplies and anything else needed to make your moving experience easier. Appliance, utility and furniture dollies are always available for rent, as well as moving pads to help protect your furniture.
Don't wait until the last minute to reserve the right truck for you. Early preparation helps insure a hassle-free move. Grab your local telephone directory and start calling around well in advance for the best moving deals in your area. A good Moving Truck Rental Company is always eager to help and plan the right move for you.
About Sav-On Storage-San-On Storage is a leading Self Storage and Rental Company in Chula Vista, San Diego providing Truck Trailer Rental & Self Storage Containers in Chula Vista with 15 different storage sizes to satisfy the customer’s storage needs. For more info visit www.savonstorage.com

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