Travel Trailer Transport

Sometimes finding the perfect travel trailer or camper means looking outside of your city or even state. As it becomes more common to buy trailers online, the next thing you’ll need to know is how to get a camper delivered. Between finding the right carrier, comparing trailer shipping rates, and understanding the process, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed.

uShip is your one-stop-shop for everything you need for a successful trailer delivery experience. We’re here to help you along the way from learning how to ship a trailer and how to find the best camper hauling services at their most affordable rates to what to expect at pickup and delivery. uShip is the easiest way to get your travel trailer from anywhere right to your door.

Regardless of which type of trailer transport you choose, be sure that your trailer is empty or that everything inside is thoroughly secured.

Tow-Away Trailer Transport Services: Tow-away services for campers are often what you think of when you think of trailer transport. A heavy-duty pickup or heavy haul truck will hitch the travel trailer to their truck and tow it to its destination. While tow-away trailer transport is often the cheapest way to ship a trailer, you may also run into more road wear, especially to the camper’s tires.

Flatbed Camper Hauling: While travel trailers can’t fit on a typical car carrier, a transporter with a flatbed can be a great way to transport multiple campers or a travel trailer that would not be safe to tow-away. While flatbed camper hauling can provide more protection, it can often be the more expensive transport option.

Both of these common transport options require the proper equipment which is directly related to the dimensions and type of camper you need to be moved. This makes the dimensions of the trailer the most important detail you can provide your travel trailer movers.

Professional camper movers will know how to prepare your trailer for transport, however, there are some things you can do as well. You also likely know your travel trailer better than anyone so it will be easier for you to check that everything is ready for shipping.

• • Clean your trailer, inside and out.

• • Note any cosmetic damage, including: scratches, dents, dings, etc.

• • Write down any mechanical issues or abnormalities.

• • Take high-quality photos of your camper from multiple angles.

• • Date all photos and notes about the condition of your trailer. Share this information with your camper hauling service.

• • Check the tires on your travel trailer and make sure they have the proper amount of tread and pressure.

• • If your trailer has brakes, inspect the brakes and the brake fluid.

• • Check any lights on your trailer and make sure they are working as needed for safe transport. It’s important to focus on brake lights and turn signals.

• • Check all wires and mechanical equipment for any broken elements or malfunctions.

• • Remove any loose items within the trailer, including hanging objects. It’s best to empty cabinets and drawers as well.

• • Close and secure doors, drawers, and cabinets in your travel trailer.

• • Disconnect electronics and appliances.

• Tie down any awnings or other exterior objects that could create a hazard during transport.