What To Look For While Choosing A Van Hire Company

Posted by Trucks4rent on September 18th, 2019

People generally look for a van hire on the Gold Coast because of the flexibility and ease it offers. You can make your move at your own pace and use friends and family to help you so saving a bundle on the overall cost, but you need to be a little careful so it doesn’t end up costing a lot more than you had planned on spending. The following ideas will help you find the best van hire company for you:

Choosing the right company

There are lots of rental companies on the Gold Coast offering Vans for hire, so the best option is using one that offers you the best deal for the van that suits your needs. It really depends on what you need the van for, whether you have passengers and what their needs are. Some vans will use more fuel than others so if this is an issue with you look for a company that gives an indication of the amount of fuel used. Usually a smaller motor is more economical and diesel engines are cheaper to run than petrol.

Often you will find that the smaller, locally owned and operated hire companies can offer better rates and have a more personalised service. Check them out and ask them about deals and discounts

Before booking your van

Shop around a bit and compare the prices they offer, some companies will offer good discounts at certain times, especially off peak, don’t expect to get much of a discount on a long weekend or public holiday when demand is high

Understand the rental agreements before you sign

Once you decide on a few likely companies check their websites and look at their rental agreements. Always ask a few crucial questions such as:

• Are you allowed additional drivers and is there any charge?
• What fuel mileage does the van do?
• Do you have a grace period if you’re late returning the van?
• Are there any hidden charges or is the amount quoted the full amount payable?
• Can you use your own insurance for the rental cover?
• Are all taxes and government charges included in tom total
• Do they have drop off fees or pick up fees

In some instances the additional hidden fees can be more than the total rental, so ask to be sure

Know what the hire companies require you to do in the event of a breakdown or accident

All good hire companies will check the vehicle before you they release it to you, but things can happen. Make sure you know what is required in the event of an emergency.

It’s a good idea to ask a van hire company on the Gold Coast for a test drive before you hire the van to make sure it meets your requirements and you don’t have any problem driving it.

Inspect it completely inside and out and take a photo of any damage, then demand its recorded on the agreement.

Often when renting a van it pays to talk with some of the locally owned hire companies as they can be more flexible in their rates than the large chain companies. Local companies pride themselves on their customer service and value which helps you get the best deals.