From the moment you get your rig and hit the road for your first haul, maintenance becomes your biggest asset to keeping your trailer in top shape. To help prevent major repairs and avoid costly fees down the road, you’ll want to establish a dedicated maintenance schedule. Partnering with the right trailer repair provider will help you to do so without breaking the bank.

Kingpin Trailers is Edmonton’s commercial trailer hub. We’re known for our certified mechanics, fast turnaround, and high-quality work. Keep reading as we discuss common repair services offered in Edmonton, the signs you shouldn’t ignore, and why smart fleet managers choose Kingpin for their regular trailer repairs.

The Cost Of Delaying Repairs

The Kingpin team knows that loading and unloading cargo is bound to cause damage over time. Structural bodywork is needed for long-haul trailer reliability. Delaying your repairs means you’ll have longer downtime, as our team will need more time to repair and make your trailer inspection and road-ready again.

As a fleet manager, you understand that any downtime of your trailers could result in lost contracts, increased fuel costs, and late delivery and inspection penalties. It’s in your best interest to avoid these types of delays with preventative maintenance to avoid major failures.

What Makes A Quality Repair Shop

There are specific qualities of a repair shop that will put your mind at ease. Kingpin is proud of the quality of trailer repairs we provide to our customers. It keeps them returning for consistent results. These are the qualities that help us stand out:

  1. Certified expertise: Kingpin staff are experienced, Red Seal-certified technicians
  2. Quick turnaround: Technicians aim to minimize your downtime. Our warehouse is well stocked with parts for quick repairs.
  3. Full-Service facility: We’re prepared with on-site bays and often same-day services for common issues.
  4. 24/7 mobile service: Our mobile semi-trailer repair service is available 24/7 with mechanics on standby at all times. Don’t pay to tow your rig when a trailer technician can fix it on the spot!

Kingpin Trailers Repairs More Than You Think

We can complete a wide range of repairs and customization options for all types of trailers. These are a few of the most common trailer repairs in Edmonton that we work on regularly.

  • Dry vans: Cracked floors, stuck doors, or lights on the fritz
  • Reefer trailers: Seal repairs, electrical diagnostics
  • Body repairs: Siding repairs, rust control, collision repairs

We take on many more repairs, like tarp systems or power tailgate repairs. When you get your trailer repaired at Kingpin Trailers, you’ll be in capable hands.

When Is It Time To Book A Repair?

Sometimes it’s hard to tell when it’s time to go in for a repair. Here are some common warning signs that should prompt you to bring your trailer in for repairs:

  • Door seals are not closing
  • Brake fade or uneven tire wear
  • Lighting or reefer malfunctions
  • Tailgate delays
  • Cracked Floors or rusted tie-down points

Kingpin Trailers understands how important it is to have access to the trailer support you need. Our mechanics will catch minor issues before they become a problem. We offer pre- and post-trip inspections, maintenance services, and more! Our 24/7 mobile support will come to you in an emergency, so you’re covered for repairs with Kingpin.

Is your trailer in need of repairs? Our Edmonton team of highly trained and experienced technicians is here to help; contact us today to learn more about our maintenance and repair services!