Horse Box Servicing Derby

Mobile Horse Trailer Servicing

Mobile Horse Trailer Servicing & Maintenance in Derby

If you own a horse, you will know how important it is to ensure that your horse trailer is safe and roadworthy. Even when stationary, the consequences of a faulty floor or faulty ramp hinges do not even bear thinking about!

By keeping your horse trailer in good condition you will ensure its safety. So when your Horse needs an ‘Equine Sports Massage’ or a visit to a Vet or an Equestrian Event – you can be assured that the trailer is safe to tow!

For instance – We find that at least 75% of the trailers that we inspect need brake adjustment/maintenance or renewal. This is actually a shocking percentage when you consider the consequences of a non performing/under performing braking system.

Regular maintenance will also increase trailer lifespan and residual value.

Bestwicks are able to offer a Mobile Horse Trailer Service that is comprehensive and carried out by an experienced engineer. We have experience in most Horse Trailer designs; Ifor Williams, Wessex, Richardson etc.

What areas do you cover for your Mobile Horse Trailer Servicing?

We cover Derby and the surrounding area, but also a vast part of Derbyshire. For instance we go as far North as Chesterfield & down South to Swadlincote. We will always consider other locations if its practical, as we do cover some parts of Nottinghamshire and Leicestershire. Please contact us and we can confirm attendance at your choice of location and quote you accordingly. Bestwicks are able to service your Horse Trailer at your Home, Stables, Livery Yard or Equestrian Centre. If its more convenient, you can bring it to our shop for the service.

Horse Box Servicing Derby

What does the service include and what do you check?

The service is comprehensive and includes checks and maintenance on the following:

Lights and Electrics

Brakes & Tyres

Bearings & Suspension

Jockey Wheel, Hitch Coupling & Brakeaway cable

Floor & Side Panel Condition

Safety Catches & Chains

Groom’s Door

Interior/Exterior Condition Check

Ramp Condition & Operation Inc. Hinges

How much do you charge?

Our servicing costs start at £249.00 (inc. VAT) for our mobile, full service in the Derby and surrounding area. This amount may vary if our engineer has to travel out of area. Please contact us for a quote to confirm. If we do find parts or components that need replacing, such as Tyres, Brake shoes or a Bearing – we will quote you separately for this work.

How often should a Horse Trailer be Serviced?

Undetected faults are the major cause of breakdowns and accidents. The consequences of an accident can be devastating and we recommend that you have your Horse Box serviced once a year irrespective of mileage. The reason for this, is that brake cables can seize up, tyres can degrade (even if the tread looks OK) and ramp hinges can fail. Just to name a few possible faults!

SO – Are You Good at What You Do!?

We can answer that quite easily! YES! This is a testimonial from our FaceBook page and a Google review which illustrates how professional our engineer is:

Alan came out and serviced and repaired the brakes on my Ifor Williams horse trailer. The brakes have been snatching for over 2 years. I had it serviced by 2 other companies, both of which failed to fix the brakes and told me they would settle in and to live with it.

Alan fixed them in 40 mins. I am so pleased my horses will have a safer, smoother and quieter journey.

He was also very pleasant and turned up on time. It was very convenient coming out to me. Only wish I had rung him first. I will next time.
Excellent, knowledgeable service, thoroughly recommend. Thanks Alan.

Absolutely amazing customer care from start to finish. My iFor Williams horse trailer had been stood for a while and needed servicing, brakes and some work on the handbrake which had stopped working. Alan serviced it effortlessly and replaced all the brakes. He then came out to me numerous times to fix an awkward problem with the handbrake. Nothing was too much for him and he solved the issue quickly and expertly. I would highly recommend this company and especially Alan to everyone! I won’t go anywhere else now.