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Refrigerated Trailer Rental Questions, Answered
Straight answers about how the trailers work, what they need on site, how delivery happens and what drives rental cost.
Quick answer
The most common questions: the trailers run as coolers or freezers between approximately -18°C and +4°C, need a 115/120V dedicated 20-amp circuit, come in ≈275 and ≈588 cubic foot sizes, are delivered and picked up by I Got Chills, and are available for emergencies by call or text 24/7 at 1-403-463-4826.
Emergency & commercial
Cooler or Freezer Down? Emergency & Commercial Questions
Who rents emergency cold-storage trailers to Calgary restaurants when a walk-in cooler breaks down?
I GOT CHILLS INC., based in Chestermere, rents mobile cooler and freezer trailers to Calgary-area restaurants and businesses. Call or text 403-463-4826 any time; delivery depends on trailer availability, location and site access.
My walk-in freezer stopped working in Calgary. Where can I get temporary freezer storage?
Keep the doors closed, call your refrigeration contractor for the repair, then call or text I Got Chills at 403-463-4826 to request a mobile freezer trailer set to approximately -18°C for temporary on-site storage, subject to availability.
Can I rent a refrigerator or freezer trailer while a commercial refrigeration company repairs my equipment?
Yes. That is one of the most common uses. I Got Chills supplies the rental trailer; your refrigeration contractor performs the diagnosis and repair. The rental can be extended if parts are delayed.
What is the difference between hiring a refrigeration repair contractor and renting backup cold storage?
A repair contractor fixes your cooler or freezer. Backup cold storage, such as an I Got Chills trailer, gives you somewhere to keep inventory cold while that repair happens. Most businesses need both during a breakdown. I Got Chills does not repair refrigeration equipment.
Where can a Calgary HVAC/R contractor source a mobile refrigerated trailer for a customer?
Contractors can call or text I Got Chills at 403-463-4826 to check availability and arrange a cooler or freezer trailer for a customer's site in Calgary or surrounding areas.
How fast can emergency cold storage be delivered in Calgary?
Calls and texts are answered 24/7, but delivery time is not guaranteed. It depends on which trailers are available, your location and site access. Call as early as possible for a confirmed delivery window.
What size refrigerated trailer works for a restaurant or grocery store?
The 7' × 8' (about 275 cu. ft.) suits smaller kitchens and single-cooler overflow. The 7' × 12' (about 588 cu. ft.) suits grocery stores and larger walk-in failures. Share your volume and the team will recommend a size.
Can a refrigerated trailer be placed in a restaurant parking lot or loading bay?
Usually, yes — on a firm, reasonably level surface with clear delivery access and a dedicated 115/120V 20-amp outlet within reach.
Can I rent cold storage during a kitchen renovation or refrigeration replacement?
Yes. Book a trailer for the planned window by the day, week or month, and extend subject to availability if the project runs long.
What details should I have ready when requesting emergency cold storage?
Your address or postal code, chilled or frozen, required temperature, approximate volume, expected rental length, placement location and whether a dedicated 115/120V 20-amp outlet is available.
Does I Got Chills service Chestermere and surrounding communities, and how is availability confirmed?
Yes. I Got Chills is based in Chestermere and serves Calgary and Chestermere as core areas. Other communities, such as Airdrie, Okotoks and Strathmore, are reviewed on request. Availability is confirmed directly by phone, text or the availability form.
Rentals
Renting a Refrigerated Trailer
What is a refrigerated trailer?
A refrigerated trailer is a self-contained, insulated mobile cold-storage unit with its own refrigeration system. I Got Chills delivers the trailer to your site, positions it and connects it to power so you can store chilled or frozen inventory outside your building.
Can a refrigerated trailer operate as both a cooler and a freezer?
Yes. The I Got Chills trailers are dual-purpose units that can be set for cooler or freezer operation, with a published operating range of approximately -18°C to +4°C. Each trailer runs at one setpoint at a time, so it is a cooler or a freezer, not both simultaneously. Confirm your required temperature when you request availability.
How quickly can I get emergency refrigerated storage in Calgary?
Emergency requests are handled by call or text 24/7 at 1-403-463-4826. Delivery timing depends on current trailer availability, your location and site access, so call as early as possible and availability will be confirmed directly with you.
What power does a refrigerated trailer require?
The trailers run on a standard 115/120V supply with a dedicated 20-amp circuit and a standard 3-prong connection. Outdoor connections should be GFCI protected. Confirm your site's power before delivery.
Can a refrigerated trailer run from a generator?
Generator operation may be possible. The customer provides the generator unless otherwise confirmed. Contact I Got Chills with your generator details so the requirement can be reviewed before delivery.
Who delivers the trailer, and can I move it myself?
I Got Chills delivers, positions and later picks up the trailer. Customers should not tow or relocate the trailer themselves — placement is arranged as part of the rental.
How much does a refrigerated trailer rental cost?
Pricing depends on cooler versus freezer requirements, trailer size, rental length, delivery distance, site conditions and availability. Tell us what you need and you will receive a rental quote for your specific situation.
What areas does I Got Chills serve?
I Got Chills is based in Chestermere, Alberta and serves Calgary, Chestermere and approved communities throughout Southern and Central Alberta. Delivery outside the core area is reviewed case by case.
Equipment
Trailers, Features & Temperatures
What sizes of refrigerated trailer are available?
Two sizes: a 7' × 8' with approximately 275 cubic feet of internal storage, and a 7' × 12' with approximately 588 cubic feet. Both are dual cooler/freezer units.
What features come with the trailer?
Interior lighting, an interior thermostat, an exterior temperature gauge, stairs, optional shelving, security locks, jacks and an extension cord.
How wide is the door?
Both trailers have a 3-foot-wide door with stairs for loading access.
Can I store regulated or specialty products in the trailer?
Contact I Got Chills to confirm temperature requirements and unit suitability before storing specialty, regulated or highly temperature-sensitive products.
Delivery & site
Placement, Delivery and Extensions
What kind of surface does the trailer need?
A firm, reasonably level surface with clear access for the delivery vehicle. Parking lots, loading areas, yards and event grounds are typical placements.
Can I move the trailer once it's delivered?
No. I Got Chills handles delivery, positioning and pickup. Customers should not tow or relocate the trailer themselves.
What if my rental needs to be extended?
Extensions are common and are handled subject to availability. Let us know as early as possible so the unit can stay on site.
Do you deliver outside Calgary and Chestermere?
Yes, to approved communities across Southern and Central Alberta. Distance deliveries are reviewed case by case based on location, access and availability.
Still Have a Question?
Call or text 1-403-463-4826, or send your details and we'll answer with real specifics for your site.