Utility vehicle rental is a great way to move items that don’t normally move, like heavy furniture or a load or two of lumber, maybe a load of dirt or aggregates for a weekend job. There are a few things to consider before committing to a particular ute rental option.
- Is your cargo likely to damage the Ute tray and how can you protect it and yourself from charges related to scratch damage or heavy equipment marks?
- Will having a tipper body or ramp make the job easier and do you really need a newer model Ute or can you rent a Ute, an older model that already has some scratches and usually costs a little less to rent?
- Will the company provide items such as ropes, moving carts and blankets, cardboard boxes or bags and what are the costs charged?
- Always when hiring a Ute or any other vehicle, take a good look at the outside and that there are no imperfections or defects such as scratches or dents, even use your cell phone to take some photos to avoid later disagreements (the photo of your cell phone will include a date and time) and bring them to the attention of companies.
- Take some time to compare prices and decide if you need the Ute for a few hours, a full day, a weekend, or more, as rates can vary considerably due to the length of your Ute rental and the day you choose, as well like the season.
- Does the rental company have the option to deliver the Ute to you and also have the option to pick it up when you have finished your work and what additional charges does this service imply?
- Calculate the size of Ute tray you need as different companies have different size units so you can be sure your load will fit in the back of the Ute
- Ask if it comes with a full roof rack for longer loads and if they have a tow bar for a trailer.
- Ask the company about the different rates for unlimited and fixed distances with additional km charges, as the total Ute rental rate may be lower if you are doing your job locally rather than having a long distance run. In this case an unlimited option may be the best, remember the return trip when calculating the total mileage
- Ask them if you have to pay extra for different drivers and check out the additional insurance policies they offer, as this can reduce your excess if there are any accidents, whether it’s your fault or caused by mother nature.
- See what free extras they offer, ask if they have free gps to make planning your trip easier, if you need a child seat, a roof rack, fenders or snow chains or a hiab to lift or a protective tray to avoid any damage. to the body of the tray
- The ute rental dose includes standard roadside assistance in case of breakdown, puncture or discharged battery.
- If you are a smoker, is there an extra charge for smoking in the cabin?
It is very important to review the entire rental agreement carefully, as the fine print may not be clear, so ask them to explain each aspect to you so that you know your obligations and rights. Some companies have simplified their agreements to make them easier to understand and faster to complete.