If your garage in Delta or the Lower Mainland has hit the point where you can't park the car inside a rental trailer makes the cleanout one solid day instead of weeks of trips Ride On Rentals lets you haul what stays dry in an enclosed trailer and what goes to the dump in a dump trailer all picked up in Delta You sort load once and haul it all away
What stays dry and what can go loose
Start by pulling everything out and sorting into three piles keep donate/sell and trash Anything that could be ruined by rain tools seasonal gear boxes of papers or clothes needs to stay dry That's where an enclosed cargo trailer comes in handy The Formula Traverse model we have is lockable and weatherproof so you can load it once and not worry if a shower rolls through while you're working
The trash pile broken furniture old renovation scraps busted appliances can go loose in a hydraulic dump trailer You don't have to bag it or tie it down just shovel or slide it in and lift the bed to dump at the transfer station It saves time and keeps your truck or SUV clean
How to load so nothing shifts
When loading the enclosed trailer put the heaviest items on the floor and against the front wall near the hitch Lighter boxes go on top and toward the back Tie down anything that could slide with rope or straps we don't supply them but you'll want something handy Keep the load balanced side to side so your tow vehicle handles predictably on the road especially if you're heading over the Alex Fraser Bridge or through the Massey Tunnel
In the dump trailer distribute the weight evenly from front to back If you're hauling mostly light stuff like yard waste you can pile it higher With dense material like soil or gravel keep the layer shallow so the total weight stays manageable for your truck's hitch and brakes Always double-check that the latch is secure before you drive off
Do I need a special licence or extra equipment
For most of our trailers a standard truck or SUV with a Class 3 hitch is all you need When you call or email to book tell us what you're driving and we'll confirm if the hitch rating matches the trailer and whether you need a 4-pin or 7-pin connector for lights and brakes We don't install hitches or wiring but we'll let you know what's missing so you can sort it out before pickup
You don't need a special licence to tow these trailers in BC as long as the combined weight stays under the legal limit for a regular licence We don't quote weights but if you're hauling household junk or a couple of pallets of material a typical half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck is usually fine If you're unsure describe your vehicle and we'll give you a straight answer
Can I rent both trailer types for the same day
Yes you can book an enclosed trailer for your keepers and a dump trailer for the trash on the same day Just let us know the dates and what you're hauling when you call or email We'll check availability for both and confirm pricing before you reserve Pickup is in Delta so you'll hook up both trailers do your load and make one trip to the dump and one to the lockup or donation drop-off
Doing it this way means you're not making multiple trips with a car full of boxes or borrowing a friend's trailer and bringing it back half-empty You load once haul once and get the garage back to usable space faster It's one of the cleanest ways to reset a garage that's been neglected for a while
What if I only need one trailer type
If your garage mostly has stuff that needs to stay dry like tools holiday decorations or boxes of clothes you might only need the enclosed trailer Load it up haul it to a storage unit or a friend's garage and you're done The dump trailer stays available for others who need it
If the main goal is getting rid of junk old furniture broken appliances renovation leftovers the dump trailer alone might be enough You can toss everything in haul it to the transfer station and come back with an empty garage and an empty trailer It's a simple one-day fix for a common problem
What if the weather turns bad
If you've got items that need to stay dry the enclosed trailer keeps them protected The dump trailer is open but you can still haul yard waste or renovation debris in the rain it just might be a bit heavier when wet Plan your dry-load first if weather looks iffy
Quick questions
What if it rains on my rental day
If you've got items that need to stay dry the enclosed trailer keeps them protected The dump trailer is open but you can still haul yard waste or renovation debris in the rain it just might be a bit heavier when wet Plan your dry-load first if weather looks iffy
Do you help with loading or unloading
No we don't provide loading assistance You're responsible for getting the items onto and off the trailer We recommend bringing a friend or two for heavy furniture or appliances and having straps or rope ready to secure the load
How far in advance should I book
Weekends in spring and summer fill up fast especially around long weekends Call or email at least a few days ahead to secure the trailer type you want Weekdays usually have more flexibility but it's always better to check early
Can I tow with an SUV or do I need a truck
Most SUVs with a factory tow package and a Class 3 hitch can handle our trailers for typical garage cleanout loads Tell us your vehicle make and model when you book and we'll let you know if it's a good match or if you'd be better off borrowing a truck
Ready to clear the garage and reclaim the space Call Ride On Rentals at (604) 767-7977 to check trailer availability and book your Delta pickup