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At Hirepool, we like to think we’re the experts when it comes to trailers. We’re proud to have built a reputation for both tradies and DIYers regarding trailer hire. We have an extensive trailer fleet for the work site or moving firewood at home. You can choose from single axle trailers to cage trailers, right through to furniture trailers and more.
Our trailer fleet is regularly serviced, so you can simply drive what you’ve hired off the lot. In saying that, we understand that some people have their own trailer at home. So, we thought we’d pay it forward by compiling some of our trailer maintenance tips. Watch our handy video first up and follow along. Otherwise, you can read and refer back to these steps whenever you need to. Once you’re finished watching the video or reading this guide, you’ll have a solid foundational knowledge of trailer maintenance. Let’s get started!
If you encounter a severe issue with your trailer or are unsure about anything we’ve mentioned in this video or guide, reach out to your local garage or vehicle testing station. You may require a bit of work to get your trailer up to scratch. It’s always better to be safe than sorry, and you must obey New Zealand law. If you don’t, you could cause a serious accident or be liable for a hefty fine.
Thankfully, if you choose Hirepool for your trailer or equipment hire, you shouldn’t have to worry about trailer maintenance. All of the trailers on our huge fleet are regularly inspected and serviced. That way, you can simply book your trailer online or from your nearest Hirepool branch and drive away to get whatever job you need done. We break our trailer range into categories to help you decide.
Cage high side trailers are perfect for moving many things, from garden prunings to rubbish or furniture. Because of their high sides, you can tow higher items as well.
As the name suggests, chiller trailers are fantastic if you need to keep drinks, food or other items cool. Chiller trailers are excellent for events or even if your freezer breaks down at home.
Once again, this one is in the name really. A furniture trailer is perfect if you need to move furniture that must be kept dry. Whether a couch or something similar, a furniture trailer helps to keep the rain off and prevent damage while you’re moving.
Our range of specialised equipment trailers covers a variety of options depending on the job at hand. You can choose from portaloo trailers, trailers for a scissor lift and even a trailer with a fuel tank.
Our standard low-side trailers are the bread and butter of our trailer fleet. One of these trailers may be a good option for general weekend use, like towing firewood or soil.
We have a few transport trailers to choose from. These trailers help you to transport heavier materials or even vehicles.
For more advice on trailer hire, read our guide on what trailer is right for your towing job or 5 jobs you can do with a hire trailer this weekend. For items like tie downs, trailer nets or even wheel clamps, check out our range of accessories for trailers.
First off, start by checking your trailer's warrant and rego. Just like your home vehicle or work vehicle, your trailer’s warrant and rego must also be up to date. If you check and see that these dates aren’t current, you can easily organise to renew your trailer rego online. Or, if your warrant is out, pop in and see your local garage or vehicle testing station.
You could be up for a large fine if you’re ever pulled over with a dodgy warrant and rego. Not to mention that your trailer could cause a serious accident out on the road.
Secondly, it’s good to give the tyres on your trailer a good once-over. To do this, you’ll first need to assess whether they’re properly inflated.
Check the manufacturer’s tag to see the recommended psi (pounds per square inch), and make sure your tyres match up. If you’re unsure, or for example, the manufacturer’s tag is damaged, a good ballpark figure for standard trailer tyres is 45 to 55 psi. Boat trailers are a little different, however. These tyres' recommended PSI is usually between 55 to 65 psi.
Top tip: If you’re unsure what your trailer tyre pressure is meant to be, a quick Google search can go a long way!
Keeping to the tyres, looking for any signs of wear and tear is essential. What to look for includes:
If there are signs of damage like what we’ve mentioned above, it’s time to invest in new trailer tyres. Whether for a furniture trailer, transport trailer or single axe trailer, trailer tyres are often different from regular tyres. Generally, the sidewalls of trailer tyres are thicker.
Fourth of this list is measuring your tread depth. The minimum tread depth in New Zealand is 1.5mm of tread for each tyre. NZTA has a fantastic tyre checker available to help with this process. If you’re using one of these, you don’t want your trailer tyre tread to be in the red. If it is, it’s time for new tyres. If it isn’t, you’re good to go.
Don’t forget to show your spare tyre some love as well. To do this, check that the spare tyre is secure and in good working condition. You never know when you may need it. The best thing to do is carry out the thorough checks mentioned in this guide already on your spare.
Now we move on to step 6, which is carrying out a full check of your trailer bearings. First, you’ll need to jack the trailer up to lift each wheel off the ground (one at a time, of course!). Then, you’ll want to give each wheel a good shake. Give each tyre a good shake from top to bottom and side to side to check for any movement that might be present.
Finally, give each wheel a spin. Place one hand on the leaf spring and then spin the tyre with your other hand. We’re checking to see if there is any binding or resistance to the wheel and any vibration the wheel bearing may produce.
Top tip: This is also an excellent chance to check if all the wheels nuts on your trailer are nice and tight!
Before you check your trailer lights, you’ll need to look closely at your trailer lead. Follow this simple checklist to do so:
When checking for corrosion, you’ll want to apply some contact cleaner. This will help prevent further erosion and is especially important if you regularly use your trailer near the sea. If you need advice on connecting your trailer, read our guide on how to hitch and unhitch a trailer. It covers hitching all trailers, from tandem axle trailers right through to a cage trailer for the work site.
Lastly, you need to check your trailer lights are all in working order. Turn on power to your car and test all of the trailer lights, including:
If everything on this list is A OK, you’re good to start towing!
Whether you have your own trailer at home or choose to hire a trailer from Hirepool, it’s important to keep safety top of mind. As part of this ethos, you must carry out regular trailer maintenance. To do this, refer back to watch our helpful video or follow along with our handy step-by-step guide. That way, you know that you’ll be up to scratch with NZTA trailer requirements and keep yourself and other road users safe.
At Hirepool, we’re proud to be the household name when it comes to trailers for hire. Whether you’re after a tandem axle trailer for the work sire or a furniture trailer for moving house on the weekend, we’ve got you covered with our extensive range. You can view what we have on offer and book online, then simply pick it up from your nearest Hirepool branch. For more advice when it comes to trailers, read our handy guides, including:
