Trailer and RV Maintenance and Inspection — Laval, Montreal and the North Shore
Good trailer maintenance always costs less than a highway breakdown or a failed inspection. At our shop at 1870 rue Cunard in Laval, we maintain and inspect every type of equipment: light trailers (utility, enclosed cargo, open), medium-duty trailers — goosenecks and fifth wheels with axles up to 18,000 lb per axle — and travel trailers (RVs). Preventive maintenance programs, seasonal service before and after the busy season, and preparation for SAAQ mechanical inspection: we keep your equipment safe, compliant and dependable, year after year. Rated 4.9/5 across 114 reviews. Book an appointment at 450-232-7828.
Preventive maintenance that avoids breakdowns
The idea is simple: every component checked in time is a costly repair avoided. Our preventive maintenance covers every wear point on a trailer or RV and adapts to your equipment type and annual mileage.
- Inspection and greasing of bearings and axles
- Checking, adjusting and replacing brake linings (electric, surge, hydraulic)
- Tire wear, balance and pressure check
- Wheel lug torque and frame and weld inspection
- Full test of lighting, connector and wiring harness
- Inspection of the tongue, coupler, safety chains and breakaway brake
Maintenance of light trailers (utility, enclosed, open)
Light trailers — utility, enclosed (cargo), open and small flatbeds — are the most used: moving, hauling materials, weekend outings. They look simple, but a dry bearing or misadjusted brakes quickly turn into downtime.
- Annual bearing greasing and hub play check
- Brake adjustment and brake-controller test
- LED light, wiring and 4- or 7-pin connector check
- Inspection of floor, sides, doors and hinges
Annual maintenance keeps your light trailer road-ready and prevents failures during peak moving season.
Maintenance of medium-duty trailers — gooseneck and fifth wheel
Medium-duty trailers — heavy flatbeds, gooseneck and fifth wheel units fitted with axles up to 18,000 lb per axle — work hard and haul heavy loads. Their maintenance calls for special attention to the braking and suspension systems.
- High-capacity electric and hydraulic brakes: inspection, bleeding and adjustment
- Axles, leaf-spring or rubber suspension, U-bolts and equalizers
- Gooseneck / fifth-wheel hitch: play, lubrication, plate and ball wear
- Wheel torque, load-tire condition and valve check
- Inspection of welds, cross members and frame fatigue points
Rigorous maintenance of your gooseneck or fifth wheel protects your load, your truck and everyone else on the road.
Maintenance of travel trailers (RVs)
A travel trailer ages mostly from water and storage. Beyond the mechanicals, sealing and systems make all the difference in preserving its value.
- RV bearings, brakes and tires (often neglected because they're used less)
- Inspection and resealing of roof seams, moldings, windows and vents
- Check of the tongue, tongue jack, stabilizer jacks and hitch
- Test of lighting, breakaway brake and breakaway battery
- Winterization and spring recommissioning
Annual maintenance prevents water intrusion that destroys an RV floor in just a few seasons.
SAAQ inspection and compliance
Driving with a non-compliant trailer means risking a fine, an accident or a registration refusal. We prepare and carry out the check for SAAQ mechanical inspection so your trailer meets Quebec requirements.
- Full check of brakes, axles, bearings and suspension
- Inspection of tongue, hitch, coupler and safety devices
- Inspection of lighting, wiring and required signage
- On-the-spot correction of non-conformities before inspection
We know the criteria inside out and correct problem points before the appointment, saving you round trips and failed inspections.
Seasonal maintenance: before the season and before storage
In Quebec, timing matters. We offer seasonal maintenance at two key moments:
- Before the busy season: recommissioning, greasing, brakes, tires, lighting — your trailer or RV is ready for the first nice weekend.
- Before winter storage: protection against salt and freeze-thaw, RV winterization, full re-torque — so you start the spring without surprises.
Customers in Laval, Montreal and the North Shore trust us with their seasonal maintenance because we're thorough and transparent — one reason for our 4.9/5 rating across 114 reviews.
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Frequently asked questions
How often should a trailer be maintained?
For most trailers, once-a-year maintenance is enough: bearing greasing, brake adjustment, tire, frame and lighting check. Heavily used medium-duty trailers (gooseneck, fifth wheel) or those hauling heavy loads benefit from a twice-a-year check. RVs should also get an annual sealing check.
Do you perform SAAQ inspection on trailers?
Yes. We prepare and carry out the check for SAAQ mechanical inspection, and we correct on the spot non-conformities related to brakes, axles, tongue, lighting and structure, so your trailer meets Quebec requirements.
Do you maintain gooseneck and fifth-wheel trailers?
Absolutely. We maintain medium-duty gooseneck and fifth-wheel trailers fitted with axles up to 18,000 lb per axle: high-capacity brakes, suspension, U-bolts, equalizers, hitch lubrication, and inspection of welds and frame fatigue points.
Can you prepare my RV for winter?
Yes. We winterize your RV (plumbing, battery, sealing) and handle the mechanical maintenance — bearings, brakes, tires, hitch. In spring, we recommission it so you're ready to camp safely.
Where are you located?
Our shop is at 1870 rue Cunard in Laval, QC. We serve Laval, Montreal and the entire North Shore. Call 450-232-7828 to book an appointment or get a quote.