Trailer Inspection & Maintenance Support
A trailer’s next trip starts with equipment that is ready for the work ahead. UGL Trailer Services offers a place to request trailer inspection support and discuss maintenance items in Montgomery, IL, whether you manage one trailer or coordinate service across a fleet.
What to Bring Up During a Trailer Check
Point these out when you book an inspection or maintenance visit.
ABS and Warning Indicators
Discuss unresolved trailer ABS concerns and any prior diagnostic notes.
Floors, Doors and Seals
Point out wear, damage, door-seal gaps or any issue affecting access or protection of freight.
Visible Body Condition
Report damaged panels, paint/body concerns or sections requiring a closer review.
Brakes, Lights and Other Systems
Tell us about any brake, lighting, suspension or air-system concern affecting your unit.
Understand the Annual Inspection Requirement
Federal regulation 49 CFR §396.17 requires a qualifying periodic inspection at least once during the preceding 12 months for each applicable commercial motor vehicle, including each trailer in a combination. The rule also specifies inspection documentation. UGL Trailer Services performs annual trailer inspections and provides the inspection documentation.
Read 49 CFR 396.17Maintenance support
Discuss ABS, floors, doors, seals and body items. We review the request and plan the work.
Annual DOT inspections
Annual periodic inspections with the inspection report and decal for your records.
A More Organized Way to Plan Trailer Service
Unit and due date
Share the trailer unit number and inspection due date, if applicable.
Known defects
Describe known defects and attach reports or photos.
What’s available
We set the inspection and maintenance tasks for each unit.
Next steps
Agree on next steps for identified repairs and documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Still unsure? Describe the problem in a request or call the shop.
Do trailers need annual inspections?
Under 49 CFR §396.17, covered commercial trailers must satisfy the required periodic inspection at least once during the preceding 12 months. Specific obligations depend on the vehicle and operation.
Do you issue DOT inspection stickers?
Yes. Annual inspections include the inspection report and decal.
Can I plan maintenance for several trailers?
Yes. Call the shop with your unit count and known service needs to plan a coordinated visit.
Plan the Next Trailer Check.
A quick description and a few photos can help the team review your request. You do not need to know the exact failed part.
Book a Time Online
- Your detailsName, phone, email and the VIN.
- What’s wrongDescribe the problem or pick a full inspection. Photos are optional.
- WhenChoose a day, or let the shop pick.
This is a request. The shop confirms the time with you.