There are many options to choose from when renting a U-Haul Trailer. It's great to know there's a trailer you can rent for just about any job but it can be overwhelming to have so many options when you aren't exactly sure which trailer is best for you. We...
The Best Way to Transport Your New Grill
I'd like to share something with all the readers of Moving Insider on this great morning. I'm happy to announce that I finally became a man yesterday! And by becoming a man, I mean that I bought my very first grill. But after the clerk swiped my credit card and sent...
4 Gifts for your Hitch
Taking a trip cross country? Or are you towing your tailgating gear to the game? Whatever it is, there's no doubt that the hitch plays a vital role in towing your belongings from one point to the other. Fortunately, there are some accessories that can better your...
3 Ways to Transport a Bike
Ok, I'm going to be blatantly honest here. I love to bike -- or maybe better, I love the idea of biking. I always say to myself, "I'm going to wake up early tomorrow and go for a bike ride!" But when the next morning comes, guess what? I'm not pressing the gear...
Transporting Gravel — Do’s and Don’ts
Thinking about using a trailer for transporting gravel or mulch? Have you ever thought about doing a home improvement project with mulch or rocks and then said no because you didn't have a way to get it home? Well today is the day that all changes. Using a trailer to...
The Ultimate Tip for Backing Up a Trailer
At Moving Insider, we talk a lot about driving your vehicle with a moving trailer attached. As we get into the thick of summer, many people are practicing backing up a different sort of trailer - a boat trailer. Let’s say that you just bought a boat and you can’t wait...
Towing Preparation Made Easy
So, you have decided to rent a trailer to move your home. Your vehicle has a hitch, but are you ready to tow? Do you know what your vehicle can tow? Is it ready to tow? How much can you tow? These are all important towing questions that you should have answered...
What to Look for In Towing Protection
Editor's Note: This article is a continuation of our moving protection series. Check out our other articles on What to Look for In Storage Coverage for more information. Out of the 27.3 million cars produced this year alone, I can guarantee that at least one out of...
How to Connect a Trailer
How to Connect a Rental Trailer I talk to people daily about connecting trailers. I have found that since many people have never done it before, they are often intimidated by the process. I’m here to tell you that you should not be intimidated and that you can...
What to Do When the Straps Don’t Fit
Auto Transports and Tow Dollies are a great way to get a vehicle from A to B when doing a DIY move. Whether it's on the back of your own truck, or on the hitch of a moving van, towing a vehicle is a simple thing to do -- but making sure the vehicle is secure is an...
Trailer Safety Basics
Recently, I had to move all of my belongings from Pennsylvania to Arizona for college. After narrowing down my options, I realized that renting a trailer to tow behind my truck would be the best option. The only problem was, I had never experienced towing a trailer...
Towing a Trailer: Safe Towing Checklist
Whether it's a rental trailer or one you own, towing a trailer for the first time might be a little daunting. If you're anything like me, you'll have a million questions. After figuring out what kind of hitch is right for my vehicle and how to safely load a trailer,...