Ifor Williams Tipper Brake Failure: What Caused the Wheel to Jam?
A jammed wheel on an Ifor Williams tipper revealed extensive internal brake damage. See what our Sleaford workshop found, replaced and checked.
01529 462188 sales@sleafordtrailers.co.ukWhite House Farm, Ewerby Thorpe, Sleaford, Lincolnshire, NG34 9PR
Welcome to Sleaford Trailers
Local business in Lincolnshire offering superior service at competitive prices.
About Us
Sleaford Trailers is your local trailer specialist, serving customers across Lincolnshire with over 30 years of experience in the trailer industry. From our workshop in Sleaford, we provide new and used trailer sales, trailer hire, trailer servicing, trailer repairs and trailer parts. As an NTTA Trusted Workshop, we offer professional trailer servicing and repairs alongside trailer sales from leading manufacturers including Bateson, Maypole, Erdé, Tickners and Woodford Trailers. We also supply trailer parts and build custom trailers to meet our
Read More7-Pin Trailer Wiring Explained: UK Wiring Diagram, Pin Functions and Common Faults
7 pin trailer wiring diagrams can help you identify which wire controls each trailer lighting function and diagnose common faults. This guide explains the standard UK 12N wiring layout, including indicators, tail lights, brake lights, fog lights and the earth connection. We also explain the difference between 7-pin and 13-pin trailer plugs, and when a damaged plug or wiring…
How to Choose the Right Trailer to Hire in Lincolnshire
Choosing the right trailer to hire comes down to three things: what you are carrying, how much it weighs, and what your tow car is rated to pull. For most jobs in Lincolnshire, that means a box or car transporter trailer for vehicles, a general-purpose braked trailer for a house move, or a plant trailer for machinery and livestock….
How to Load a Trailer Safely: A Step-by-Step Guide
In this article, we are going to talk about how to load a trailer, as loading a trailer correctly is just as important as choosing the right trailer. Poor weight distribution, unsecured loads or overloading can make a trailer unstable, increase stopping distances and even lead to prosecution if your load is unsafe. Whether you’re moving house, transporting machinery,…
Trailer Servicing vs Trailer Repairs: What’s the Difference?
If you own a trailer, it can sometimes be difficult to know whether it needs a routine service or an actual repair. While both are important for safety and reliability, Trailer Servicing vs Trailer Repairs are not the same thing. Understanding the difference can help prevent breakdowns, improve safety, and potentially save money by identifying issues before they become…
Hiring a Trailer for a Car: Everything You Need to Know
Hiring a trailer for a car is more straightforward than most people expect, but there are a few things worth knowing before you turn up to collect one. This guide covers everything from choosing the right size trailer and checking your towing capacity, to loading your car safely and understanding the current licence rules. At Sleaford Trailers, we offer…
Bateson Trailers for Sale: A Complete Guide from an Official Dealer
If you’re looking for Bateson trailers for sale in Lincolnshire, Sleaford Trailers is an official appointed Bateson dealer with over 25 years of experience. In that time we’ve supplied Bateson trailers to farmers, horse owners, builders, landscapers, and everyone in between. We’ve also serviced them, repaired them, and taken them back as part-exchanges when customers have upgraded. This guide…
How to Lift a PG9 Prohibition Notice
How to Lift a PG9 Prohibition Notice on Your Trailer: A Step-by-Step Guide A PG9 prohibition notice means your trailer cannot be used on public roads until the defects are rectified and a re-inspection is passed. Here’s exactly what to do, step by step. Sleaford Trailers is an NTTA trusted workshop. Call us on 01529 462188, and we can…
Trailer Refurbishment
Trailer Refurbishment: Indespension Digger Trailer Gets a New Lease of Life At Sleaford Trailers, we recently completed a full refurbishment of an Indespension digger trailer brought in by a customer from Lincolnshire. The trailer had been heavily used and was in need of urgent safety repairs and servicing. Tyre Replacement and Brake Repairs All four tyres were dangerously worn,…