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How to Rent a U-Haul Pick Up Truck

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Most people will have to rent a moving truck at one stage of their life or another. Whether it is to move boxes across town to a local storage unit or to help your child move into their first apartment, a pick-up truck can be a great way to move your possessions. Read more to learn how you can quickly and easily rent a U-Haul pick up truck.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  1. Step 1

    Stop by your local U-Haul to rent a U-Haul pick up truck. Visit the U-Haul website or call 1-800-GO-U-HAUL (1-800-468-4285) to find a U-Haul location near you.

  2. Step 2

    Know the U-Haul hours of operation. Store hours vary by location, but generally, U-Haul is open Monday to Thursday from 7am tp 7pm; Friday 7am to 8pm; Saturday 7am to 7pm; and Sunday 9am to 5pm.

  3. Step 3

    Request to rent, or reserve for a future date, a U-Haul Pick-up Truck. Inquire about the dimensions and features to determine the appropriate size and model. For a 4 bedroom house, select the "Moving Truck" model. For a 3 to 4 bedroom house, select the "Household Mover" model. For a 2 to 3 bedroom house, select the "Easy Loading Mover" model. For a 1 to 2 bedroom house, select the "Thrift Mover" model. For an apartment, select the "Mini Mover" model. And for small in-town jobs, select the "Pick-up Moving Truck" model.

  4. Step 4

    Know the capacity, dimension, fuel, and features of the U-Haul Pick-up Truck. The U-Haul Pick-up truck has a volume of 75.5 cu. feet, maximum loading capacity of 1,530 lbs., gross vehicle weight of 6,400 lbs., and maximum empty weight of 4,870 lbs. The U-Haul Pick-up Truck has the following features: Automatic transmission, Air conditioning, Gentle-Ride suspension, Fuel-efficient V-8, SRS/air bags.

  5. Step 5

    Understand how U-Haul calculates the one-way rental rate. According to the U-Haul website, cost for the one-way rate is based on the size of the truck (in this case, a Pick-up Truck), the pick-up and drop-off location as well as the length of the rental. The cost of mileage is not absorbed within the rental price. This rate is determined based on the mileage used.

  6. Step 6

    Provide your credit or debit card number to complete the transaction. You must select a pick-up date or delivery service date in order to place an order.

Tips & Warnings
  • Contact 1-800-528-0355 if you have trouble with the Pick-up Truck.
  • You must be 18 years or older with a valid driver license in order to rent a U-Haul Pick-up Truck.
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