Trailer hire vs hire yards
Traditional hire yards advertise a low day rate, then add fuel levies, cleaning fees and damage waivers at the counter. On TrailerConnect you hire directly from a local owner from $20/day — the price you see is the price you pay.
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TrailerConnect prices are the lowest live listing for each type. Hire-yard figures are indicative advertised base rates and exclude common add-ons.
| Trailer type | TrailerConnect from | Typical hire yard | You save |
|---|---|---|---|
| Box trailer | $20/day | $89/day | $69/day |
| Cage trailer | $25/day | $99/day | $74/day |
| Motorbike trailer | $50/day | $95/day | $45/day |
| Enclosed trailer | $60/day | $130/day | $70/day |
| Car trailer | $70/day | $180/day | $110/day |
| Flat-top trailer | $100/day | $140/day | $40/day |
Where hire yards add cost
A percentage surcharge added to every hire — you pay it whether you refuel or not.
Charged on return even when you bring the trailer back swept and tidy.
Counter staff push an expensive daily waiver. TrailerConnect's Connect Cover is optional and transparent.
You drive to the yard and back, often across town. Local owners are usually minutes away.
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