Overview
Trailer quotes are short on glamour and long on what stops the trailer being road-legal
Trailer repair is one of the trades where the customer is rarely sentimental about the vehicle. A box trailer for a builder, a horse trailer for a stable, a plant trailer for a fencing contractor. The trailer is a tool, and the cost the customer cares about is the cost of it not being on the road tomorrow morning. The work is brakes, lights, wiring, axles, suspension, decks, ramps, and the lashing points and tie-downs that fail the roadworthy inspection. A flat 'trailer service, $180' quote misses the brake adjustment, the bearing repack, the new lighting board, and the inspection-ready prep the customer actually wants.
QuoteGenio gives trailer repair contractors a quoting shape built for working trailers. Inspection as the first line, brakes and bearings as named lines, lighting and wiring (including 7-pin or 13-pin plug condition), axle and suspension, deck and tail-gate, lashing points, and roadworthy or MOT preparation. Parts at supplier price with the part numbers named, labour by hour at the workshop rate, and any tow-vehicle compatibility work (electrics, tow bar) on a separate record. Send via WhatsApp from the yard, take a deposit on parts that have to come from a specialist, and the final invoice closes with the trailer fit for the next 10,000 kilometres.
Who it is for
Who uses QuoteGenio
Built for every kind of trailer Repair business, from solo operators to multi-crew teams.
The problem
The quoting problems most trailer Repair run into
Quoting is one of the most time-consuming parts of running a trailer Repair business. The wrong tool makes it worse.
Quotes take too long to write
You end up writing quotes after hours instead of being on the tools or at home. Admin is eating into your day as a trailer Repair.
Quotes look inconsistent
Without a template, every quote reads differently. Clients comparing multiple trailer Repair pick whoever looks the most professional, not always the best price.
Slow responses lose jobs
Clients rarely wait. If your quote takes a day, they've already accepted one from a Trailer Repair who responded within the hour.
The fix
QuoteGenio fixes that
A faster, cleaner quoting workflow designed for how trailer Repair actually work. On-site, on the move, and under pressure.
The payoff
What you get with QuoteGenio
The everyday wins that add up across a year of quoting and invoicing.
Built for trailer Repair
Line items for labour, materials, call-out fees, and tax. Everything a trailer Repair quote needs, nothing it doesn't.
Works from your phone
Create and send a quote while you're still on the job. No laptop needed. Just your phone.
Quote in under 2 minutes
A structured workflow that gets you from blank page to sent quote before your next call.
Track payments easily
Know which invoices are outstanding and follow up with one tap. No spreadsheets required.
Built for your trade
Quoting calibrated to how trailer repair actually work
Pick your trade in Settings and the entire quote flow switches to fit. Line item presets, compliance fields, on-the-quote calculators, and per-m² / after-hours pricing all change to match your industry.
Trade-specific line items
Quick add picker pre-fills the common items your trade quotes. Skip the blank rows.
Brand-specific catalogues
Pylontech, Hikvision, Canadian Solar, Sunsynk and others pre-named. Pick the brand, the description writes itself.
Compliance fields built in
IOPSA, ECASA, PIRB, PSIRA, NHBRC, SAQCC. Set once. Every quote prints them under FROM.
Registration expiry alerts
Dashboard notification 60 days before your PSIRA, CoC or any dated registration lapses.
Per-m² / hour / day billing
Unit selector on every line item: m², hr, linear m, days. Stop doing the maths externally.
After-hours and emergency
1.5× and 2× multipliers as a one-tap toggle. Customer sees the breakdown on the quote.
Quote-flow calculators
Solar size, battery backup, cable run cost. Compute on the spot, drop straight onto the quote.
Staged payments
Deposit on acceptance + balance on completion as two separate amounts on the quote PDF.
Scope-of-work checklist
Structured Included / Not included lists. Client acceptance = signing the scope.
Site-survey mode
Log a location per line item: camera positions, fixtures by room, sensors by zone.
Regional rate hints
Pricing ranges per item per currency shown as you quote.
Free on every plan
All of the above included on the free plan. Premium is for capacity, not the trade tooling.
Why QuoteGenio
Why Trailer Repair choose QuoteGenio
The tools that matter most when you are quoting on-site, under pressure, and between jobs.
Quote from your phone
Most Trailer Repair build and send quotes directly from the job site. No laptop, no office, no delays.
Win more jobs, faster
The first professional quote a client receives usually wins. Respond in minutes, not hours.
Quote to invoice in one click
When the job is accepted, convert to an invoice instantly. No retyping, no double entry.
Pricing guide
What trailer Repair typically charge
Pricing varies by region, scope, and experience. These ranges give clients a sense of what to expect.
| Job | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Diagnostic / scan | $80 - $180 |
| Minor service | $220 - $480 |
| Major service | $480 - $1,100 |
| Repair job (half-day) | $350 - $900 |
| Repair job (full-day) | $700 - $2,500 |
Pricing shown in USD as a rough benchmark. Rates vary significantly by country, region, currency, and market.
Call-out fees
Call-out fees for trailer Repair vary. Many charge $50-$150 for a site visit, often waived if the job is accepted.
Hourly vs fixed pricing
Some trailer Repair charge hourly ($50-$120/hr), while others prefer fixed project quotes. Fixed pricing is usually better for the client and protects your margin.
See it in action
Example quote breakdown
Try it yourself
Job size
Region
Sample quote
Sample trailer Repair quote
Diagnostic
Labour (3 hrs)
Parts
| Description | Qty | Rate | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic | 1 | $ 95.00 | $ 95.00 |
| Labour (3 hrs) | 3 | $ 95.00 | $ 285 |
| Parts | 1 | $ 460 | $ 460 |
| Subtotal | $ 840 | ||
| Tax (10%) | $ 84.00 | ||
| Total incl. tax | $ 924 | ||
Totals recalculate as you change the controls above. Tax rate inferred from the sample quote.
Peer snapshot
How Trailer Repair actually use QuoteGenio
Indicative activity for Trailer Repair on the platform. Use it as a benchmark for how often to quote and how fast to respond.
25
Quotes sent per month
57%
Average quote acceptance
5 min
Median time to send quote
$ 924
Typical quote value
Figures are indicative platform averages for this trade segment.
Start quoting Trailer Repair jobs like this, free
Build your first quote in under 2 minutes. No credit card, no setup fee, no contract.
Avoid these
Common quoting mistakes
These are the quoting mistakes that cost trailer Repair the most time and money.
Mistake: Quoting only the obvious repair
Better: Note possible related items (e.g. 'belts and rollers should be inspected with the timing kit'). Saves coming back in a month.
Mistake: No diagnostic fee on warranty disputes
Better: Charge for the diagnostic upfront and credit it if the job proceeds. Stops tyre-kickers eating your time.
Mistake: Lumping parts and labour together
Better: Customers want to know parts vs labour separately. It also makes warranty claims cleaner.
Mistake: Not specifying OEM vs aftermarket
Better: List the brand or grade of part. 'Aftermarket alternator' invites complaints; 'Bosch alternator' doesn't.
Mistake: Missing road-test or recheck time
Better: After bigger repairs, road-tests and rechecks take real minutes. Quote them in.
Mistake: No mention of warranty terms
Better: State labour warranty (e.g. 12 months) and parts warranty (manufacturer terms). Stops the 'but it's still under warranty' arguments.
Mistake: Forgetting environmental disposal fees
Better: Oils, batteries, tyres, filters — disposal costs money. Itemise it.
Step by step
How to quote trailer Repair jobs
Quoting as a trailer Repair starts with understanding the job scope. Visit the site where possible, take measurements, and note any access issues or complications that could affect time or materials. A quote based on real site conditions is always more accurate than one written from a phone call.
Structure your quote with clear line items. Separate labour from materials and include quantities and rates for each. Clients who can see exactly what they are paying for are more likely to accept, and less likely to negotiate or dispute the final amount.
Set a validity period on every quote. Material prices change, and a quote you sent three months ago may no longer be profitable. A 14 to 30 day validity is standard for most trailer Repair jobs.
Send the quote as soon as possible after the site visit. The trailer Repair who responds first with a professional document usually wins the job. Use WhatsApp or email to get it in front of the client while the conversation is still fresh.
FAQ
Common questions from trailer Repair
Everything you need to know before getting started.
Yes. The free plan covers 5 quotes and 2 invoices a month. Premium unlocks unlimited quotes plus recurring invoices for fleet servicing.
Yes. Each line item has description, quantity, and rate. trailer Repair itemise diagnostic, parts, and labour cleanly so customers can see exactly what they're paying for.
Yes. Build and send from your phone in the workshop. Customers approve the work before you've started, no awkward 'I tried to call you' moments.
Yes. Premium includes recurring invoices, ideal for monthly fleet servicing accounts.
Yes. Save line items for common repairs (services, brakes, clutches) and reuse them in seconds on the next quote.
Yes. Every quote has a public link. Customers accept on their phone before authorising the work.
Still have questions? We would rather answer them now than after you have signed up.
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Reviews
Trusted by tradespeople
Real feedback from people who quote for a living.
"Simple pricing, no hidden fees. The free plan was enough to try it out and I upgraded within the first week. Well worth it."
André Pretorius
Tiler · Stellenbosch
"Fast, modern, and my customers love the clean look of the quotes. Perfect for small trade businesses."
Lukas Becker
Electrician · Berlin
"My clients respond faster to professional PDF quotes. Being able to send via WhatsApp means they do not need to check email. I am closing more jobs."
Sarah Wilson
Designer · London
Guides
Guides for Trailer Repair
Practical advice to help you quote better, get paid faster, and grow your business.
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