If you are planning to shift to a new place, be it across the state or to a new country, you obviously would want to take all the pieces of furniture and stuff you had collected, which you hold special to you, instead of selling them off and buying new ones. Well then what better way to do that than to rent a truck! You can decide on the size of the truck depending on how much stuff you have. There are different commercial trucks like pickups, dump trucks, boom trucks, semi trucks, crane trucks etc. There are also various branded commercial trucks like Ford commercial truck, Peterbilt commercial truck, Kenworth commercial truck, Ottawa commercial truck etc.

Make enquiries about truck rental companies:
Finding a good rental company may be difficult, as there are so many these days. Here are some points that one should keep in mind while renting a truck:

• See if the rental company has branches in the same city you are moving to. This way you will only have to pay for a one way move. Many companies do accommodate that, but they ask for upfront payment, so this way you end up paying the company for the return journey as well. You may not be aware of this, as you may assume that you are paying extra for the service charge incase they do not have a branch there. Make enquiries before you book.

• It is always advisable to book the truck well in advance once you have decided on the rental company. Sometimes you may not get the truck on the day you want, especially during the peak season. So always call in advance to reserve a truck for yourself, preferably a week or two in advance.

• Make enquiries about the rental charges in different rental companies to find out which price suits you best. Some companies may also charge more for new and well maintained trucks, than they do for old trucks. You have to decide based on that, which one you want. Some truck rentals may also offer special services as compared to other companies. Find out the distance to be traveled, as they may charge according to distance, and for every extra mile you travel, you may be charged extra.

• The size of the truck will be based on the number of rooms to be moved. Generally, a 26 foot truck will accommodate a 4–plus bedroom house, and a cargo van or trailer can be used for shifting small offices. It is always better to book a larger truck, this way you can be sure all the goods will fit in.

• The rental companies may also offer optional insurance plans such as cargo insurance, accident insurance, and loss and damage insurance. Find out about all the coverage from all different companies, and then decide which one you think is best for you. Make sure that you call your credit card companies before signing the agreement.

Rental trucks are convenient, and the good part is you do not even have to shell out a lot of money for your shifting. They are a cost effective way to move your stuff to your new place. It’s as simple as renting a car to move about the city – you just have to decide on the rental company, and rent their truck to transport your belongings. The rental cost all depends on the size of the truck and the distance to be traveled. Some of the rental companies even have major branches in all the different cities, thus saving you money by just paying for the one way truck rental.

The Kenworth T800 is the most versatile truck on the market today. From linehaul tractors with the luxurious 86” Studio AeroCab sleeper to severe service off-highway dump trucks to a simple daycab for local pickup and delivery, this model does it all. This versatility, along with its legendary reliability and high resale value, gives the T800 unmatched levels of customer satisfaction.

With the superior maneuverability provided by its set-back front axle, the T800 is the perfect truck for pick up and delivery and regional haul applications. Add the rugged durability of Severe Service options and it can be custom-tailored to meet the specific needs of dump trucks, mixers, crane trucks, and heavy haulers. Or select from the wide range of weight-saving options and the T800 is the ideal truck for bulk haulers or anyone trying to maximize payload.

The Kenworth T800 commercial truck is designed and built for driver comfort. Whether you drive yourself or hire drivers, you will appreciate the quiet cab, controls where you need them and high quality interior appointments. The T800’s 59” front spring, proprietary 8-bag air suspension and cab/sleeper suspension combine to provide an exceptionally smooth ride.

The T800, like all Kenworth products, is designed to be easier to maintain. In fact, many users claim the T800 has the lowest maintenance cost of any truck on the market. This coupled with its versatility, reliability and high resale value make it an excellent investment.