Calculate what size cargo trailer to rent. Cargo trailers come in various shapes and sizes, and they are set up for various purposes. U-Haul, for example, offers cargo trailers with 45, 142, 208, 230 and 396 cubic feet.
Find a rental service that meets your particular needs. If you are moving from one location to another, find a rental service that allows you to return the cargo trailer to a different location. If you are moving a few things around town, find a service that rents by the hour or half a day. Determine if you need an open trailer or enclosed trailer. If you are moving large items locally, an open trailer may better suit your needs.
Contact a few rental services by telephone and ask about specific details about the rental process. Ask for information about special deals and discounts. Tell the representative what the trailer is being used for and what type of vehicle you are pulling the trailer with. Clarify the driving and insurance requirements about the trailer.
Reserve the cargo trailer several days in advance. Visit the rental facility a day or two ahead of time and inspect the trailer to make sure it meets all your requirements.
Ask the rental representative for information and advice about pulling the cargo trailer.
