Best Trailer Options for Remodeling Contractors

Remodeling jobs vary day to day, but one thing stays consistent: you need to move tools, materials, and waste efficiently between jobsites. Whether you’re managing a full crew or handling projects solo, your trailer should give you the storage, load capacity, and access you need without slowing you down. That means a trailer built to last, with features that support your work—not get in the way of it.

Enclosed Cargo Trailers: Jobsite Security and Weather Protection

For remodeling contractors who carry tools, fasteners, paints, and supplies that can’t be left exposed, an enclosed cargo trailer is often a preferred choice. It protects your load from rain, dust, and theft—especially important if you leave the trailer on the jobsite overnight. Coupler locks, like the Trailer Defender®, deter theft. Secured with 1/4" thick industrial-grade steel, this coupler lock resists both severe weather and attempted break-ins. It holds up against cutting tools, crowbars, and other forced entry methods, delivering durable, long-term protection for your trailer.

You can also customize the interior with racks, e-track, shelving, partitions, or interior lighting. This turns your trailer into a mobile workshop and storage room. Popular sizes include 6x12, 7x14, and 8.5x16, depending on how much gear you need to carry and whether you're transporting sheet goods, cabinets, or longer trim pieces.

Dump Trailers: Hauling Waste, Heavy Debris, and Small Equipment

Remodeling jobs create constant waste—tile, drywall, flooring, concrete, dirt, and more. A dump trailer streamlines disposal by letting you load debris directly at the jobsite, haul it out immediately, and empty it without unloading by hand. All models available at TrailersPlus include a hydraulic lift that raises the bed in seconds, cutting down on cleanup time between phases.

Contractors handling daily tear-outs often find that 6x12 or 7x14 dump trailers with tandem axles, brakes, and reinforced floors for heavier debris are a great option. The split ramps allow you to load small equipment like skid steers, while the combo barn/spreader gates give you control over how and where material is released. Heavy-duty tie-downs inside the trailer help secure compact equipment during transport, keeping everything stable over uneven roads or jobsite conditions. A tarp kit helps meet local DOT requirements and keeps fine debris secure while in transit.

Do I Need a Single Axle or Tandem Axle trailer?

Each design serves a different purpose. The right one for you comes down to your cargo type, travel distance, and budget.

Single axle trailers work well for lighter, local jobs—like hauling tools, small debris loads, or appliances. They're easier to turn in tight spaces and put less strain on smaller tow vehicles. But when you're carrying heavier materials, equipment, or loads over longer distances, a tandem axle trailer becomes the better choice.

Tandem axles distribute weight more evenly, improve stability at higher speeds, and support trailer brakes—critical when hauling compacted debris, gravel, or heavy machinery. For most remodeling crews, tandem axle dump trailers or enclosed units offer better durability, safer braking, and longer service life under daily use.

Utility & Equipment Trailers: Open-Air Versatility

Open utility trailers are often the better choice for oversized materials that don't fit well in enclosed spaces. Framing lumber, drywall sheets, fencing panels, and similar construction materials are easier to load, stack, and remove when there are no walls in the way. Utility trailers are also well-suited for transporting generators, jobsite boxes, and smaller equipment with forklift access.

If you're hauling on dry days or working locally, an open 7x16 tandem axle trailer gives you a wide deck and strong payload capacity without the added weight or cost of an enclosed trailer. For theft prevention, use locking racks and tie-down points. To reduce risk from weather exposure, schedule hauls during clear weather or cover materials with a fitted tarp.

Choose TrailersPlus

We understand that every contractor runs a little differently—what works for a roofer might not suit a remodeler, and a drywaller setup looks nothing like a flooring crew. That’s why we have trailer experts onsite at every TrailersPlus location at more than 80+ stores across the United States. These consultants work face-to-face with professionals who use their trailers daily, and they’ve helped set up hundreds of units for jobs just like yours. Whether you're hauling tools, equipment, debris, or materials, our team can recommend the right upgrades—tie-downs, ladder racks, shelving, flooring, ramp upgrades, and more—to help you stay efficient, organized, and compliant. Let us help you get your trailer working for you, not the other way around.

Financing and Fleet Options

If you’re running multiple crews or replacing older trailers, buying more than one unit at a time makes sense. Fleet sales allow you to standardize your setup across locations, simplify maintenance, and equip every team with the same features.

For independent contractors or small teams, financing or rent-to-own options can make the purchase easier to manage. Monthly payments help you avoid a large upfront expense and keep cash available for materials and payroll. Contact our fleet sales team today!

Final Takeaway

Whether you need enclosed cargo space for tools, a dump trailer for demo waste, or a utility trailer for day-to-day hauling, the right trailer will keep your jobs on schedule and your equipment protected. At TrailersPlus, we stock a wide range of trailer types and sizes built for contractors. We offer financing options to help you manage upfront costs, and our fleet sales program makes it easy to outfit multiple crews with consistent, dependable equipment. Whatever your project requires, we’re here to help you build a setup that works.