Need a trailer in Dallas for a move, a job site or a load of equipment? The right trailer depends on what you're hauling and what you're towing with. In 2026, most trailer rentals in Dallas–Fort Worth run about $25 to $300 a day: small utility trailers sit at the low end, and 40 ft gooseneck flatbeds at the high end.
This guide compares every common trailer type you can rent in Dallas, what each one costs, what you need to tow it and how to book. Want a trailer this week? Call (214) 217-6302 or request a free quote.
Types of Trailers You Can Rent in Dallas
Utility trailer: an open, low deck for furniture, mowers, ATVs and yard work.
Enclosed (cargo) trailer: a locking box that keeps moves, tools and equipment dry and out of sight.
Flatbed or car hauler: an open deck for vehicles, machinery, steel and lumber.
Gooseneck flatbed: a long, heavy-duty deck that hitches in a pickup bed for big equipment.
Dump trailer: a hydraulic bed for dirt, gravel, roofing tear-offs and cleanouts.
53 ft dry van: a semi trailer for carriers and shippers who need extra capacity.
How Much Does Trailer Rental Cost in Dallas?
Trailer | Typical daily rate | Full guide |
|---|---|---|
Utility, 5x8 to 16 ft | $25–$100 | |
Enclosed, 6x12 to 28 ft | $50–$165 | |
Car hauler or flatbed, 18–24 ft | $85–$145 | |
Gooseneck flatbed, 35–40 ft | $150–$300 | |
Dump trailer, 5x10 to 16 ft | $95–$225 | |
53 ft dry van | $25–$55 a day, or $530–$610 a month |
These ranges come from our trailer guides, which draw on published 2026 rates from national chains such as U-Haul, rental marketplaces and DFW rental companies, and on FreightWaves data for dry vans. Weekly and monthly terms usually cost less per day. Ask about the deposit, mileage limits and any cleaning or late fees before you sign.
Which Trailer Do You Need?
Job | Best trailer |
|---|---|
Moving an apartment or house | Enclosed trailer, 6x12 to 7x16 |
Hauling a mower, ATV or UTV | Utility trailer with a ramp gate |
Moving a car or truck | Car hauler or flatbed |
Skid steer, mini excavator or tractor | Flatbed or gooseneck, matched to the machine's weight |
Dirt, gravel, demo or roofing debris | Dump trailer |
Extra capacity for a trucking fleet | 53 ft dry van |
Not sure between two sizes? Pick the trailer whose weight rating is well above your load. An overloaded trailer is hard to stop and illegal on Texas roads.
What You Need to Tow a Rental Trailer
A vehicle rated to tow it. Check your owner's manual for towing capacity, and remember the trailer's own weight counts.
The right hitch. A ball hitch of the right size for bumper-pull trailers, or a gooseneck ball in the truck bed for goosenecks.
Working trailer lights through a 4-pin or 7-pin plug, and a 7-pin brake controller for trailers with electric brakes.
Safety chains and secure straps for the load.
A valid license and insurance. Big combinations over 26,000 lbs can require a CDL. Our Texas trailer laws guide covers brakes, lights, width and weight rules.
Choosing between hitch types? See our gooseneck vs. bumper pull guide.
How to Rent a Trailer in Dallas
Tell the rental company what you're hauling, including its weight and size.
Share your tow vehicle and hitch so they can match the trailer and plug.
Pick the term: daily, weekly or monthly. Longer terms usually lower the daily cost.
Confirm the total: rate, deposit, tax and any fees.
Inspect at pickup: tires, lights, brakes, ramps and the hitch connection, then take photos.
No Truck to Tow It? Hire the Truck and Trailer
If you don't have a tow vehicle, or the load is too heavy for yours, hire a trailer with a truck and driver instead. A hot shot pulls a flatbed or enclosed trailer straight to your delivery, and a box truck with driver handles pallets and boxed freight. See our hot shot trucking in Dallas guide for typical costs.
Trailer Rental in Dallas With Mr. Whiz Logistics
Mr. Whiz Logistics rents trailers from Wylie, TX, to drivers and businesses across Dallas–Fort Worth:
16 ft utility trailer with a low deck for equipment, ATVs and furniture
16 ft enclosed and 24 ft enclosed trailers that lock and stay dry
20 ft flatbed and 40 ft flatbed for machinery, vehicles and building materials
16 ft dump trailer for dirt, gravel and debris
53 ft dry van for carriers who need more capacity
Rent by the day, week or month, with 24/7 support. See all trailer rentals, call (214) 217-6302 or get a free quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to rent a trailer in Dallas?
Most trailer rentals in Dallas–Fort Worth cost about $25 to $300 a day in 2026. Small utility trailers cost the least, enclosed and dump trailers sit in the middle, and 40 ft gooseneck flatbeds cost the most.
What size trailer do I need to move?
A 6x12 enclosed trailer fits a studio or small apartment. A 7x14 or 7x16 fits a larger apartment, and bigger homes may need a 20 ft or longer trailer.
Do I need a special license to tow a rental trailer in Texas?
Not for most trailers pulled by a pickup or SUV. A CDL can be required when the truck and trailer together are rated over 26,000 lbs and the trailer is rated over 10,000 lbs.
Can I rent a trailer for a week or a month in Dallas?
Yes. Many Dallas rental companies offer daily, weekly and monthly terms, and longer terms usually cost less per day.
What do I need to pick up a rental trailer?
A valid driver's license, a vehicle rated to tow the trailer, the right hitch and ball, working light plug and, for many rentals, a deposit and proof of insurance.
Can I rent a trailer with a truck and driver?
Yes. If you don't have a tow vehicle, book a hot shot or box truck with a driver, and the load goes straight to your delivery address.
Where can I rent a trailer near Dallas?
Mr. Whiz Logistics rents utility, enclosed, flatbed, dump and 53 ft dry van trailers from Wylie, TX. Call (214) 217-6302 to check availability.
