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Terms & Conditions

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Welcome to Ellis County Trailer Rentals. By renting a trailer or using our website and services, you agree to the following Terms and Conditions:

1. Definitions

  • “Agreement” means these Terms and Conditions.

  • “Renter” means the person or business renting the trailer.

  • “Authorized Driver” means any person permitted to tow the trailer under this Agreement.

  • “Trailer” means the non-motorized trailer identified in your rental agreement.

  • “Loss of Use” means the loss of our right to rent the trailer during the time it is being repaired or replaced.

2. Rental, Indemnity, and Warranties

  • Renting a trailer creates a contract between Ellis County Trailer Rentals and the renter.

  • We may repossess a trailer at your expense if used illegally or in violation of this Agreement.

  • You agree to indemnify and hold Ellis County Trailer Rentals harmless from all claims, liabilities, damages, and expenses arising from your use of the trailer.

  • No warranties, express or implied, are given regarding merchantability, fitness for purpose, or condition of the trailer.

3. Condition and Return of Trailer

  • Trailers must be returned in the same condition as when rented, normal wear and tear excepted.

  • Late returns may result in additional charges.

  • Failure to return the trailer as agreed may result in repossession and additional legal/administrative costs.

4. Responsibility for Damage or Loss

  • You are responsible for all damage, theft, or loss to the trailer during the rental period, regardless of fault.

  • This includes damages caused by accidents, weather, misuse, or negligence.

  • All accidents or damages must be reported to Ellis County Trailer Rentals and local authorities within 24 hours.

5. Equipment Included

  • Tires, hitches, and equipment must be returned in the same condition.

  • You are financially responsible for missing or damaged equipment.

6. Prohibited Uses

You may not use our trailers for:

  • Transporting hazardous, illegal, or living items.

  • Towing by unauthorized drivers or under the influence of alcohol/drugs.

  • Exceeding the trailer’s rated capacity.

  • Towing outside the United States or Canada.

  • Driving under low clearances or unsafe conditions.

  • Using the trailer with an improperly secured load.

  • Defacing or damaging the trailer in any way.

7. Charges and Payments

  • You agree to pay all rental fees, mileage charges, taxes, fines, towing, or storage costs related to use of the trailer.

  • A $100 administrative fee applies if we must collect unpaid charges or recover a trailer.

  • A late fee of $100 or 5% of the unpaid balance (whichever is greater) may apply.

  • Cleaning fees up to $500 may apply if trailers are returned excessively dirty.

  • No refunds are given for early returns.

8. Deposits

  • A deposit may be required. Deposits are applied toward rental charges and any damage/loss fees.

9. Modifications

  • This Agreement may only be modified in writing by Ellis County Trailer Rentals.

10. Waiver

  • Failure by Ellis County Trailer Rentals to enforce any part of this Agreement does not waive our right to enforce it later.

11. Governing Law

  • These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Texas.

12. Contact Us

For questions regarding these Terms, please contact:

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