8 Uses For Enclosed Trailers

Enclosed trailers can be used for many traditional purposes, like transporting goods, recreational vehicles, or materials. However, these trailers do have some more creative uses, some that one may not expect. The trailers also don’t have to be on the move to be put to good use; they are just as valuable as a storage unit, without the hefty price tag. Whether using your trailer for work or play, we put together a list of some unique uses for an enclosed trailer.

Food Truck

Food trucks have been skyrocketing in popularity, and for a good reason. Food trucks can pump out delicious food in minutes and don’t have to be grounded to one spot, revolutionizing the idea of a restaurant. The benefit of being able to take your restaurant to different food truck rallies, breweries, and pretty much anywhere you want is priceless. The only kicker to this usage is that you’ll have to purchase a trailer that has openable windows to serve food, as well as a health and food handlers permit. 

Mobile Business or Hobby

Have you ever heard of a mobile dog grooming business? The business owner pulls up in their trailer to your home, grooms your furry friend, and leaves! This is just one example of the many neat ways enclosed trailers are changing what it means to be a business owner. With this method, the trailer owner reduces the overhead costs of a storefront like rent, utilities, and office equipment. Although, you will have some expenses unique to having a mobile business like fuel, vehicle maintenance, and marketing.

Landscaping

Whether you own a landscaping business or do lawn care of your own, storing and transporting the equipment is a considerable portion of the task. There is absolutely a need for a trailer between the leaf blowers, mowers, rakes, clippers, and saws. An enclosed trailer is tough enough to withstand the hefty equipment, and there’s the bonus of not having to unload it when you’re done; you can just lock the trailer up and call it a day. Also, if you own a landscaping business, you can print your logo on the side for some extra advertising opportunities!

Frequent Movers

People that move often should invest in an enclosed trailer for their convenience. Large pieces of furniture like couches, tables, beds, etc., could all easily fit in an enclosed trailer. Instead of purchasing a moving truck, it might be more economical to invest in your moving transportation. If you want to share, I’m sure your friends and family would love some help during their moves as well. You could also start a moving business with only a few heavy lifters and some enclosed trailers if interested.

Extra Storage

Somebody has to say it: your garage can only handle so much stuff. Instead of overloading your home with clutter, people choose to buy an enclosed trailer to store all of their belongings like tools and equipment. Others buy a trailer for their business-related equipment because the sight of items lying around looks unprofessional to clients. For both personal and business use, it’s a good idea to store things you don’t often use in an enclosed trailer, like seasonal items.

Debris and Trash

After a project, one last thing you want to worry about is the clean-up process and coordinating with a dumpster service. With an enclosed trailer, you just load up all materials, debris, and trash in the back and head out to a recycle/dumpsite. There is no need to purchase a dumpster, pay the transportation fee, or have junk lying around while waiting for the company to get it. Pro tip: project items that can be recycled are concrete, tile, plastics, lumber, metals, and carpet.

Camping and Recreation

Typically, camping doesn’t require too much stuff to be packed. Although, the camping experience would be better with your kayak, bike, or even golf cart. An enclosed trailer helps you avoid those equipment renters fees and lets you use your items on your own time, day or night, rain or shine. Also, recreational things like motorcycles and ATVs can be conveniently stored and transported with an enclosed trailer. Whether biking on a traditional bike or a motorcycle, a trailer makes for a much more enjoyable transportation experience.

DIY Materials

If you frequently visit the hardware store, you know what a pain it can be to borrow or rent a truck or trailer. If you do own your own truck, it might get the job done for smaller items, but they can only fit so many things length-wise before it becomes a safety hazard. Without a trailer, you may end up making multiple trips just to fit everything you need to get your project done. Things like long pieces of wood or metals are not safe to haul around in a regular car, so it is highly recommended that you save yourself some risk and just get a trailer.

Regardless of the use, an enclosed trailer is a tool that will make your life way more manageable when it comes to business and recreational use. The importance of having a reliable trailer is astronomical when you consider the precious cargo you are transporting. Owning your trailer is worth it when you consider its convenience and safety. If you decide you need a cargo trailer, Tropic Trailer is here for all questions you may have. We have a wide selection of used and new trailers at the prices you want.