By The most common utility trailer problems hosts should check before a rental are lights that do not work, loose wiring, low or worn tires, sticky ramp gates, missing pins, weak safety chains, and dirty trailer beds. Most of these issues can be caught with a quick walkaround before pickup. For towlos hosts, staying ahead of common…
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Contactless vs. In-Person Trailer Handoff: Which Is Better for Hosts?
When you rent out your trailer, pickup and return are a big part of the rental experience. A smooth handoff can help renters feel more confident, protect your trailer, and reduce confusion before the trailer leaves your property. For towlos hosts, there are two main ways to handle pickup and return: contactless trailer handoff or in-person trailer handoff.…
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Trailer Safety Chains: What to Do When They’re Too Long
When you are hooking up a trailer, safety chains might seem like a small detail. But they are one of the most important backup systems on your trailer. Safety chains are designed to help keep the trailer connected to the tow vehicle if the coupler ever comes off the hitch ball. They also help prevent…
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What Hosts Should Include in Their Trailer Pickup Instructions
Clear pickup instructions can make a big difference in how smoothly a trailer rental starts. When renters know where to go, what to bring, how to hook up, and what to expect, pickup feels easier for everyone. That is why trailer pickup instructions are so important for towlos hosts. Good instructions can help prevent confusion, reduce back-and-forth…
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Protect+ in Action: A Real towlos Rental Story
We wanted to highlight a recent towlos rental situation that was not ideal, but showed Protect+ being used exactly the way it was intended. Because the truth is, accidents can happen. Recently, a towlos guest rented Charlie’s enclosed trailer to transport a vintage Buick to the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix. The car was 18 feet…
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How to Prepare Your Trailer Before Listing It for Rent
If you are thinking about becoming a towlos host, one of the best things you can do is make sure your trailer is clean, safe, and ready before your first rental. A little prep work can help your listing look better, help renters feel more confident, and make the rental process smoother from the start.…
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Forget the Moving Truck: towlos Is Here for College Move-In
College move-in day can sneak up fast. One minute you are buying bedding and storage bins, and the next you are trying to figure out how to haul a mini fridge, futon, rug, bike, and way too many boxes to campus. Before you spend the day searching for a moving truck, consider a college move in…
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How to Add or Edit Discounts on Your towlos Trailer Listing
Adding discounts to your trailer listing is a simple way to encourage longer rentals, reward renters, and make your listing more appealing. Whether you want to offer a weekly discount, adjust your pricing, or update an existing discount, you can do it right from your towlos Host HQ. If you are a towlos host, here…
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Common Utility Trailer Issues and Easy Fixes for Hosts
Utility trailers are built to work, but even simple trailers need regular maintenance. A loose wire, low tire, sticky gate, or missing pin can turn an easy rental into a frustrating pickup-day problem. That is why utility trailer maintenance matters, especially if you rent out your trailer. When renters show up, they expect the trailer to be…
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Why Trailer Safety Chains Matter More Than You Think
When it comes to towing, most people think about the hitch, the ball size, the trailer lights, or making sure the load is tied down. But one of the most important safety features on any trailer is also one of the easiest to overlook: the safety chains. Trailer safety chains are a simple piece of…
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