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Summers in North Carolina can get seriously hot, but the inside of your trailer doesn’t have to. Our Lexington trailer dealership is here to help explain how to convert your enclosed trailer into a mobile workshop, toy hauler, or camper conversion, so that you can stay cool inside your trailer even during the hottest part of the year. Whether you’re on a DIY kick or you’re a small business owner looking to level up your transportation game, the team at Trailer Liquidation Direct has you covered.
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A bare metal trailer will trap heat, so if you’re using your trailer for more than hauling cargo, chances are it’s too hot for comfort inside during the summer months. A trailer’s interior can be as much as 30°F hotter than the air outside, and high temperatures can even be harmful to sensitive electronics and other cargo. However, simply setting up an air conditioning unit isn’t going to cut it during sweltering North Carolina summers. Running AC in a trailer without insulation is like running your home air conditioner with all the windows open: all that cold air will just escape, costing you money without even keeping you cool. Whether you’re using your trailer as a mobile boutique or a weekend camper, insulating your trailer is the most efficient way to stay cool and keep your cargo protected in every season.
Keeping your trailer cool involves a three-part approach:
Without insulation, no amount of air conditioning will keep your trailer cool. Properly insulating your trailer will prevent the transfer of heat, as well as cut down on condensation. In short, you’ll want to cover the interior surfaces of your trailer with material that will stop your trailer from absorbing heat, and keep the cool air from your AC unit inside. Typically, you’ll need to remove the plywood walls that come with your trailer and replace them with insulation. You have a few different options when it comes to insulating your trailer, including:
Even with great insulation, the inside of your trailer will still get hot in warm weather. To keep the interior comfortable, you need to allow hot air that rises to escape out of the trailer, which is where airflow comes into play. Trailer ventilation can be handled in a few ways:
Sealing your trailer is important because differences in temperature will cause condensation to collect in your trailer. You don’t want moisture to accumulate, as that can lead to rust and mildew in your trailer. Insulation will help prevent your trailer from “sweating” by reducing the temperature difference, and a vent will also allow damp air to escape. Properly sealing your trailer will prevent water from collecting inside and damaging your trailer.
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Insulating your trailer will reduce the temperature inside your trailer, but air conditioning is what will keep you truly comfortable. There are two options when it comes to installing AC in your trailer:
While some people enjoy the DIY aspect of converting a trailer to suit their needs, this level of at-home work isn’t for everyone. If you’re not interested in pursuing an enclosed trailer camper conversion, NC residents can order a custom-built trailer with these features pre-installed. Our inventory of new trailers for sale includes plenty of options that may be a good fit for your needs right off our sales lot. If you can’t find the ideal match, the team at Trailer Liquidation Direct can special order custom enclosed trailers with factory-installed insulation, finished interiors, roof vents, and braced roofs ready for A/C units.
If you have questions about converting your enclosed trailer, or you’d like to custom order an insulated trailer, just reach out to our team, or visit our trailer dealership in Lexington, North Carolina. We’ll get you started on the path to a cool and comfortable summer adventure in the perfect trailer for you.
