Commercial and Recreational Trailer Maintenance
Commercial and Recreational Trailer Maintenance in Rochester, NH
Much like your commercial or personal truck or van, you also want to make sure that your trailer is properly maintained and ready to travel safely across the country. At Rochester Truck, we offer professional commercial and recreational trailer maintenance on all types and brands of trailers, allowing you to keep yours in like-new condition and ready to serve you on all your travels. If you need recreational or commercial trailer service or repairs in New England, we invite you to schedule a service appointment online, contact us, or come visit our service center today.
What Type of Maintenance Do Trailers Need?
Trailers are a lot like vehicles when it comes to routine maintenance schedule, as having your trailer properly maintained helps extend its lifetime and usage. We have an experienced team of technicians that know trailers and what they need to continue performing at the highest level. Here are some main items for your a trailer maintenance checklist:
Key Trailer Maintenance Services
- Checking, rotating, and replacing tires: Your trailer's tires need to be inspected regularly for wear, low tire pressure, and other damage. The tires are what the performance of your vehicle rests on, which is why we encourage you to visit our service center. We offer quick and convenient tire changes and rotations, as well as repairs to keep your tires in the best condition possible for longer.
- Check and Change Brakes: If your trailer has brakes, it's crucial to keep up with routine maintenance on them. The brake system features many different parts and components, and once there's a problem with one part, the others are soon to follow. We can inspect and repair your braking system with ease, letting you drive with confidence.
- Suspension: You're towing a lot of weight on your trailer, and you want to make sure that it's supported correctly. We offer fast suspension maintenance, letting us check the shocks, bushings, struts, and more.
Commercial and Recreational Trailer Maintenance: What You Need to Know
At Rochester Trucks, we take pride in providing drivers nationwide with the commercial and recreational trucks they need to succeed in business and fit their lifestyle the best. After purchasing the right trailer, keeping up with the maintenance schedule is important to ensure your trailer will continue to fit your needs for the many miles ahead. We have one of the largest collections of trailers available for sale in New England. We offer nationwide delivery to help accommodate all our customers with the right trailer for the right price. Learn more about what maintenance is needed on your trailer and what you should look out for below.
What to Look for to Properly Maintain Your Commercial or Recreational Trailer
Keep Your Trailer Clean from Dirt and Other Debris
As with most vehicles, dirt, salt, and other road debris can harm your trailer and its ability to fit your needs. One of the most common problems we see with our customer's trailers is rust caused by exposure to the elements. That exposure is hyper-sped-up by driving on roads salted in the winter. That's why washing your trailer down using soap and water frequently is crucial. Our technicians recommend using regular dish soap and water to clean off tough grease and other debris your trailer has picked up over your traveling miles.
The underside of your trailer is the biggest spot of focus during cleaning, as it will take on the most contact with the salt and other materials on the road. It's crucial to pay extra attention to the brakes and the suspension, as those components are the most important to the performance of your trailer. Salt causes much damage to metal, and you need your trailer to stop, accelerate, and support your loads as it's engineered to.
Check for Rust Frequently
Rust is the most significant detriment to all vehicles, including trailers. Particles of dirt and dust get into the trailer's moving parts, which create friction and will eventually cause damage to components like the joints and axles. Replacing such significant components is almost counteractive. That's why you should frequently grease the underside of your trailer, paying special attention to the moving parts.
Lube the Bearings and Other Moving Parts on Your Trailer
You want to keep the moving parts on your trailer lubricated. Trailers are designed to carry heavy loads, and without proper maintenance, your trailer can fail, which causes danger to yourself and everyone else on the road. One of the most important areas to pay attention to is the wheel bearings. You can remove the tire and find the wheel bearings on the hub. Remove the parts and the seals, clean them from gunk caused by dirt and grease, then lubricate them with grease before reinstalling all the parts.
Frequently Check Tires and Lights
To ensure that your vehicle is safe, check your tire pressure and condition frequently. You'll also need to ensure that all your lights are working correctly. If your tires are low on pressure, keep them properly inflated. You'll also need to check the lights, including the brake and turn signals, to ensure drivers know when you're braking and when to turn. If any lights are out, we can change them for you or give you the proper guidance to make it quick and easy to change them yourself.
Contact Us with Any Questions About Servicing Your Trailer Today
If you have any concerns about your trailer and its condition, please contact U.S. online or call so we can advise you through the maintenance process and help you keep your commercial or recreational trailer performing at the highest level for many future trips.
Schedule Trailer Maintenance in Rochester, NH Today
We encourage New England drivers to trust our service center with all their trailer maintenance needs. You can quickly schedule a service appointment online or contact us today.
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Rochester Truck
8 Flagg Rd
Rochester, NH 03839
- Sales: (603) 335-2084
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