Trailer Modification, Reinforcement & Solidification
Location Remorque Laval is a full-service trailer repair, maintenance, reinforcement and custom modification shop at 1870 rue Cunard in Laval, serving trailer and RV owners across Laval, Montreal and the North Shore (Rive-Nord). When a stock trailer no longer matches how you actually use it, our team rebuilds it to do the job right. We reinforce tired or under-built chassis, replace worn-out floors, add rails, ramps, winches and storage, and re-engineer trailers to carry heavier or more demanding loads safely. Every job is welded and finished by technicians who understand how a trailer is stressed in the real world, not just how it looks in a catalogue. Whether you own a utility, cargo, equipment, dump, boat or car-hauler trailer, we assess the structure honestly and recommend the smallest, safest and most durable fix. And because we ship trailer and RV parts across Quebec with free delivery on orders over $300, we can also supply the axles, couplers, jacks and hardware your project needs. Call us at 450-232-7828 to discuss your modification.
Chassis and floor reinforcement
A trailer frame flexes, twists and corrodes over years of loading, salt and Quebec winters. When cracks appear at the coupler, the frame sags under load, or the deck starts to give way, reinforcement restores structural integrity for a fraction of the cost of a new trailer. Our shop diagnoses where the real stress is going before touching the metal, then reinforces only what needs it.
- Frame strengthening: boxing open C-channel rails into closed sections for torsional stiffness, adding gussets at high-stress joints, and welding in extra crossmembers to spread heavy or concentrated loads.
- Plating and crack repair: reinforcing tongue, coupler and hitch areas, grinding out and re-welding stress cracks, and plating fatigued sections rather than replacing the whole frame.
- Floor and deck rebuilds: replacing rotted or rusted decks with treated plywood, steel or aluminum, and reinforcing joists so the surface carries equipment, vehicles or pallets without flexing.
- Rust treatment and prevention: cutting out corrosion, welding in sound metal, and finishing with primer and protective coatings to slow future rot.
Custom trailer modifications
Most trailers leave the factory as a compromise. We tailor yours to your exact trade, hobby or hauling routine so loading is faster, cargo stays secure, and the trailer works the way you need it to. If you can describe the problem, we can usually fabricate the solution.
- Rails, sides and racks: stake pockets, removable or fixed side rails, mesh or solid walls, headache racks, and ladder or lumber racks to contain and organize loads.
- Ramps and gates: fold-down loading ramps, spring-assisted or removable ramp gates, side doors and beavertails for easy equipment and vehicle loading.
- Winches and tie-downs: mounted winches with power supply, D-rings, E-track, recessed anchor points and stake-pocket tie-downs positioned exactly where you load.
- Storage and accessories: lockable toolboxes, spare-tire mounts, jerry-can and jack holders, work lighting, fender and mud-flap upgrades, and custom brackets for specialized gear.
Professional welding and fabrication
Every reinforcement and modification we do is welded to hold. Trailer structures carry live, shifting loads at highway speed, so weld quality is not cosmetic — it is a safety issue. Our technicians match the right process to the metal and the application.
- MIG welding for clean, strong joints on structural steel frames, brackets and general fabrication.
- TIG welding for precision work on aluminum trailers, thin panels and detailed repairs where control matters.
- Stick (arc) welding for heavy structural steel, thick sections and demanding load-bearing repairs.
- Custom fabrication from raw steel and aluminum stock — hitches, mounts, frames and one-off parts built to spec when nothing off the shelf will fit.
Capacity upgrades done safely
If your trailer bottoms out, sags, or simply can't take what you need to haul, we can upgrade its load-carrying components. The goal is a trailer that carries its real working load with a proper safety margin and no premature wear.
- Axle and suspension upgrades: higher-rated axles, heavier leaf springs or torsion suspension, and equalizers to handle greater weight and rougher roads.
- Brakes and hubs: adding or upgrading electric or hydraulic brakes, bearings and hubs to match increased loads.
- Couplers, jacks and tongues: higher-capacity couplers, reinforced tongues and heavier jacks sized to the new load.
- Structural reinforcement: beefing up the frame so it supports the added capacity rather than just relying on stronger axles.
An honest note: reinforcing a trailer improves its strength and durability, but it does not automatically change the manufacturer's legal GVWR or the plated rating. We will always tell you what is realistic, safe and compliant for your trailer before starting work.
Serving Laval, Montreal and the North Shore
Our shop is located at 1870 rue Cunard, Laval, minutes from Montreal and the North Shore, making us a convenient destination for trailer owners, contractors, landscapers, fleets and weekend haulers across the region. We handle everything from a single reinforcement weld to a full custom rebuild, and we take the time to explain what your trailer needs and why.
- Every trailer type: utility, cargo, enclosed, equipment, dump, flatbed, boat, snowmobile and car-hauler trailers, plus RV and caravan structural work.
- Parts shipped across Quebec: axles, couplers, jacks, lights, hardware and accessories delivered province-wide, with free shipping on orders over $300.
- Repair and maintenance too: beyond modifications, we cover bearings, brakes, lights, wiring and seasonal servicing to keep your trailer road-ready and safe.
Ready to reinforce, modify or rebuild your trailer? Call Location Remorque Laval at 450-232-7828 or visit us at 1870 rue Cunard in Laval for an honest assessment and a quote.