1. Definitions: "Agreement" means all terms and conditions found on this form page and any other documents you sign or that we give you at the time of rental. "You" or "your" means the person identified as the renter or additional renter on this form, all Authorized Drivers, and any person or organization to whom charges are billed by us at its or the renters' direction. All persons referred to as "you" or "your" are jointly and severally bound by this Agreement. "We", "our" or "us" means the business renting the trailer to you. "Authorized Driver" means you and any additional driver listed by us on this Agreement. "Trailer" means the non-motorized trailer identified in this Agreement and any trailer we substitute for it. "Loss of Use" means the loss of our right to use the trailer for any reason because of damage to it or loss of it during this rental. Loss of use is calculated by multiplying the number of days from the date of loss or damage to the trailer until it is replaced or repaired times the daily rental rate. "Diminished Value" means the difference between the actual cash value of the trailer just prior to damage or loss less the value of the trailer after its repair. If we elect not to repair the trailer "Diminished Value" means the difference between the actual cash value of the trailer just prior to damage or loss less the salvage or sale value of the trailer.
2. Rental, Indemnity and Warranties: This is a contract for rental of the trailer. We may repossess the trailer at your expense without notice to you, if the trailer is abandoned or used in violation of law or this agreement. You agree to indemnify us, defend us and hold us harmless from all claims, liability, costs and attorney fees we incur resulting from, or arising out of, this rental and your use of the trailer. We make no warranties, express, implied or apparent, regarding the trailer, no warranty of merchantability and no warranty that the trailer is fit for a particular purpose.
3. Condition and Return of Trailer: You must return the trailer to the place and on the date and time specified in this Agreement, and in the same condition that you received it, except for ordinary wear. If the trailer is returned after closing hours, you remain responsible for the safety of, and any damage to, the trailer until we inspect it upon our next opening for business. Service to the trailer or replacement of parts or accessories during the rental must have our prior approval.
4. Responsibility for Damage or Loss; Reporting to Police: You are responsible for all damage to, or loss or theft of, the trailer, including damage caused by weather, road conditions and acts of nature, whether or not you are at fault. You are responsible for the cost of repair or the actual retail cash value of the trailer if it is not repairable or if we elect not to repair it. You are also responsible for Loss of Use, Diminished Value, missing equipment, and a reasonable charge to cover our administrative expenses connected with any damage claim. You must report all accidents involving the trailer to us and the police within 24 hours of occurrence.
5. Responsibility for Damage or Loss; Equipment Included: I acknowledge receiving all items above and know that I am responsible for returning all items in good working condition or else I will be expected to pay for that item. I have carefully inspected the trailer, tires, hitch and find them all in satisfactory condition. I understand that I am responsible for any and all damages up to and including theft.
6. Prohibited Uses: The following uses of trailer are prohibited: (a) transporting dangerous or hazardous item(s) or illegal material; (b) transporting living persons; (c) towing the trailer by anyone under the influence of drugs or alcohol; (d) allowing the trailer to be towed by anyone who is not a renter or an Authorized Driver; (e) any use of the trailer by anyone who obtained the trailer or extended the rental period by giving us false, fraudulent or misleading information; (f) use of the trailer in furtherance of any illegal purpose; (g) use of the trailer outside the United States; (h) use of the trailer when loaded beyond its capacity; (i) towing the trailer through or under any structure without sufficient overhead or side clearance; (j) use of the trailer when it is reasonable to expect you to know that further operation would damage the trailer; (k) using the trailer in a manner that causes damage due to inadequately secured cargo; (l) damaging the trailer by your intentional, wanton, willful or reckless conduct; and (m) damaging the trailer by placing signs, lettering or painting on the trailer.
7. Charges: You agree to pay us on demand for all charges due under this Agreement, including but not limited to: (a) time and mileage (if applicable) for the period you keep the trailer; (b) applicable taxes; (c) all traffic, toll or parking violations, fines, penalties, citations, forfeitures, court costs, towing and storage charges; if you fail to pay a traffic or toll charge, you will pay us all fees owed plus our administrative fee of $100 for each such charge; (d) all costs we incur recovering the trailer if you fail to return it as agreed; (e) all costs including attorney fees we incur collecting payment; (f) a 5% late payment fee on all amounts paid past the due date; (g) $100 or the maximum amount permitted by law if you pay with a returned check; and (h) a reasonable fee not to exceed $500 to clean the trailer if returned substantially less clean than when rented. We will not refund any time or mileage charges if you return the trailer earlier than the date or time due in.
8. Deposit: We may use your deposit to pay any monies owed to us under this Agreement, including our estimate of damages to the trailer.
9. Modifications: No term of this Agreement can be waived or modified except by a writing that we have signed. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between you and us.
10. Waiver: A waiver by us of any breach of this Agreement is not a waiver of any additional breach. Our acceptance of payment or our failure to exercise any rights does not constitute a waiver of any other provision. You release us from any liability for consequential, special or punitive damages. If any provision of this Agreement is deemed void or unenforceable, the remaining provisions are valid and enforceable.
11. Day Rate & Return Policy: The day rate covers a 24-hour period beginning at the scheduled rental start time. A brief grace period may be granted if the renter communicates in advance and receives approval. If the rental exceeds the 24-hour period, an additional day will be charged at the full day rate, up to a maximum of 150% of the standard rate.
12. Strap Use and Damage: The renter is responsible for the proper use, securing, and handling of all provided straps and tie-down equipment. Each strap provided must be used in accordance with safe loading practices. If any strap is lost, cut, frayed, melted, or otherwise damaged and deemed unsafe for continued use upon return, the renter agrees to pay a replacement fee of $35.00 per strap. Additionally, all straps must be neatly wrapped and stowed upon return — any strap returned unwrapped will incur a $5.00 wrapping fee per strap. Improper use of straps or failure to properly secure loads is the sole responsibility of the renter. The owner assumes no liability for damage or injury resulting from improper strapping or load securement.
13. Hitch & Trailer Level Requirement: A drop hitch is available for rent at $10.00 and is recommended for trucks that require height adjustment to achieve proper trailer level. Use of the drop hitch is optional. However, regardless of hitch type used, the trailer must sit level or slightly nose-up at the time of departure. If the trailer leaves the premises in a nose-down or otherwise unlevel position, a $50.00 fine will be assessed to the renter's account due to accelerated wear and tear on the trailer coupler, frame, and tires. It is the renter's sole responsibility to verify trailer level before leaving the property. The drop hitch is available as a tool to help achieve proper level — use it if your truck requires it.
14. Security Deposit & Card on File: A refundable security deposit will be collected at the time of booking via an authorization hold on your payment card. This hold is not a charge — it will be released within 5 business days of the trailer's return, pending inspection. In addition, your payment card will be securely stored on file. In the event of damage, loss, or fees that exceed the security deposit amount, your stored card may be charged for the remaining balance. You will be notified of any such charges. By completing this booking you authorize Little King Rentals LLC to charge your stored card for any outstanding amounts owed under this Agreement.
By checking the box below, you confirm you have read, understood, and agree to all terms above.
