When your business depends on reliable trailer service, you need to make sure you are doing proper maintenance. Well-maintained trailers keep your cargo safe and help protect your drivers. They keep your business running smoothly, help you meet deadlines, and save your budget.
Many people think trailer maintenance is ensuring your tires are in good shape. While your tires are essential, they are only one part of your trailer maintenance. Our program inspects your whole trailer, noting any areas of concern and handling maintenance and repairs.
Types of Trailers We Service
We service trucks and trailers to handle both stand-alone and body trailers. We can help you whether you have a van, refrigerated, box, or detached trailer. The types of trailer
- Curtain-side
- Beverage Trailers
- Conestogas
- Step Decks
- Tankers
- Low Boys
- Flatbeds
If you can haul it, we can inspect it.
Trailer Inspections
No matter what type of trailers you operate, they are essential to your business and a significant investment. Minimizing downtime and ensuring safety are our top two goals. Our inspections will examine your power equipment, lighting, and brakes. What we inspect depends on the type of trailer. Some things we look at include
- Wiring Harnesses
- Wiring Connectors
- Light Fixtures
- Switches
- Relays
- Batteries
- Compressors
- Refrigeration Units
- Lift Gates
- Suspension
- Tires
- Brakes
- Axles
- Hydraulic Systems
- Springs
- Hangars
- Landing Gear
- Locks
- Air Leaks
- Doors
- Rollers and Hinges
Structural Inspections
We focus on examining the structural integrity of the trailer. We look to see if there are any damaged beams, undercarriage, or body damage. Maintenance involves removing dirt, dust, and grease to examine the trailer for corrosion. If we find corrosion, broken wood decking, or damage to the ceiling, we will replace or patch it.
Trailer Repairs
We offer comprehensive services for trailer repairs. We can fix the moving parts, heating and AC, brakes, hydraulics, wheels, and electronics. In addition, we can handle structural repairs. Our repair services include fabrication, welding, and painting.
DOT Inspections
In addition to maintenance, we also handle DOT inspections. We can take your maintenance issues and repairs, then, once they are complete, provide a DOT inspection sticker.
Contact Us Today
Need maintenance for your trailer? Contact us today. We can schedule routine maintenance, repairs, or your DOT inspection. We can also handle all of your truck maintenance and repair needs. At B&L Towing, we can keep you on the road whether you are an owner-operator or manage an entire fleet of trucks and trailers.
