Wednesday, November 6, 2013

Should You Hire or Buy Your Exhibition Trailer?


Exhibition trailers are useful for just about any event you could plan out doors, from souvenir and food vending to street fairs and other temporary out door attractions. If you are planning on using an exhibition trailer for your event or business, you might already know that you have a few options in acquiring your trailer. Specifically, you might hire, buy new, or buy used. The most sensible course for you depends on your individual situation. Use the questions below as guidelines to help you decide what is right for you.

What are your goals-short-term, long-term?

Think about not only your goals concerning the exhibition trailer, but for the entire enterprise of which the trailer will be a part. Are you planning a corporate event? An open-air fair? A permanent exhibit? A mobile business? Each of these enterprises involve a different set of goals and different needs concerning your trailer. If all of your goals are short-term, for instance, you will probably just want to hire your trailer.

How will the trailer be used?

Similar to considering your goals, consider how you will use your exhibition trailer. Will you use it on a regular basis? Will you use it in one permanent spot, or do you plan to travel with it? Will it be used be several people or just by you and your staff? Generally, the more permanent and long-term your uses, the more likely that a purchase arrangement will be more economical over time.

Where (and under what conditions) will you use it?

You will also want to consider the conditions to which it will be subject. If you will be located someplace that requiring a sharp appearance, for example, you will probably need a recent model. Although it is possible to purchase or hire a used trailer in good shape, you might be better off purchasing brand new. If you need something dependable but aesthetics are not necessarily important, a gently used model might be ideal.

Where can I turn for more information?

Of course, everybody's circumstance is different. It's a good idea to consult someone who is knowledgeable about exhibition trailers. Your local retailer is an excellent resource. Enter your location and the term "exhibition trailer" into your favorite search engine to determine local retailers.

What are my next steps?

Contact a variety of retailers in your area and explore your options. Now that you have a clear idea of why you need the trailer and how it will be used, your retailer should be able to provide a more valuable consultation.

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