Trailer Hitch Installation

ABOUT TRAILER HITCHES

What is a trailer hitch installation service?

Whenever you need to tow cargo—like a camper, trailer, or any other accessory too large to fit in your trunk—the item in question needs to be attached to your vehicle with a hitch. This part allows you to secure whatever you’re towing so that it stays attached to your truck or SUV, even when traveling at higher speeds, such as on the freeway. 

Depending on the type of vehicle—and which type of hitch you are using—installations can get complex. That is why it’s a good idea to have a reliable installer or mechanic available in case you’d rather not complete the job yourself.

LOCK IN THE BENEFITS FROM YOUR LATEST INSTALLATION

Once your trailer hitch installation is complete, we make it easy for you to keep your vehicle in top shape with these additional services:

WHAT HAPPENS DURING A TRAILER HITCH INSTALLATION?

Since trailer hitch installations are so common, and often simple to do, many people opt for completing the task themselves. The basic procedure goes like this:

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1. Choose the correct trailer hitch for your owned or rented vehicle. Most hitches are categorized by the type of vehicle they fit as well as the weight they’re equipped to pull. 
2. Prepare your tools. Most installations require simple tools, such as a pin, clip, wheel chocks, torque wrench, C-clamp, wire tube brush, and lubricant. 
3. Secure your vehicle. Before getting started, you should always turn your vehicle off, activate the parking brake, and chock your wheels. 
4. Install your hitch. Using the parts in the hitch kit, as well as your own tools, carefully install the hitch. 

Sounds easy enough, right? Well, actually, some vehicles and trailer hitches have specific requirements that make it very difficult to complete the task yourself. In that case, it’s important to look to a professional technician for assistance.

DO YOU NEED A TRAILER HITCH INSTALLATION SERVICE?

Some signs that you may need to get your trailer hitch professionally installed include:

1. Your vehicle type. Depending on the make and model of your vehicle, it may be difficult to access the zones you need in order to install the hitch.
2. The hitch you want. Depending on what you want to haul, or what kind of hitch you want to use, the installation may be more complex than other models. 
3. Your toolkit. Do you have all the tools you’ll need to install the hitch yourself? If you’d need to buy them, do you plan to use said tools more than once?
4. Your mechanical skills. If you’re not experienced with vehicle maintenance—or the vehicle you’re using is new—it may be better to call on a professional to get the job done.  

THE BENEFITS OF OUR 4 Wheel Drive Repair

EASY EQUIPMENT TRANSPORTATION – If you plan to transport bicycles, kayaks, surfboards, or other outdoor equipment, a trailer hitch can make it easier to tow your supplies behind your vehicle. It can also be used to add stability to overhead cargo. 

IMPROVED SAFETY – If you have an existing trailer hitch, you may not think you need a new one. However, it’s important to regularly inspect this and all other parts of your vehicle for wear, rust, and other forms of degeneration. Using a worn-out hitch can spell disaster for you and anyone else on the road.

HOW TO FIND A QUALITY TRAILER HITCH INSTALLER

If you do end up needing to find a professional to install your trailer hitch, it’s important to hire someone that you can trust, since any errors in installation could be inconvenient at best—and dangerous at worst

Here are some factors to consider when choosing a service provider:

• Reasonable Pricing
  With parts and labor, a trailer hitch installation can cost anywhere from $300 to $1,000. If the price you’re quoted falls outside of that range, be sure to confirm what the service includes, so you can ensure you’re getting a good deal. 
• All-Inclusive Service
  A professional trailer hitch installation service should always include confirming hitch compatibility, mounting the hitch, drilling holes (if needed), and performing a post-installation safety check. Make sure that, whichever mechanic you choose, their service includes (at minimum) these key essentials. .  

Time to give your vehicle some TLC

Getting ready to haul equipment, move, or go on vacation? TLC Auto & Truck Repair Service Center is available to you! We are a family-owned shop that has been in operation since 1991—ready to provide excellent service, every time.

Stop in today at 230 NY-109 in Farmingdale, NY or call us at (631) 753-2211 to speak to a technician.