Your Food Trailer Is Down. We Get You Back Up.
A broken water pump. A refrigeration unit failing mid-service. An equipment installation that needs to be done right the first time. Whatever’s keeping your trailer off the road, our team has seen it, and fixed it, hundreds of times.
Quality Trailers has been building and servicing food trailers for over 25 years from our Portland, OR facility. When something goes wrong, you want the people who built it to fix it.
Every Hour Your Trailer Is Down Is Revenue You're Not Making
We don’t say that to create pressure, we say it because we’ve worked with food operators long enough to know exactly what’s at stake when a trailer goes down. A broken refrigeration unit at 6am before a Saturday market isn’t just an inconvenience. It’s a lost day of revenue, angry customers, and wasted inventory.
Our repair team treats every service request with that urgency. Fast diagnosis. Accurate repair. Back to operational as quickly as possible.
Food Trailer Repair & Service: What We Fix
From routine maintenance to emergency repairs, our experienced team handles the full spectrum of food trailer service needs.
Water Systems
- Fresh water tanks
- Grey water systems
- Pump repair/replacement
- NSF pump servicing (30–50 PSI range)
- Leak detection and repair
- Plumbing fittings
Equipment Installation
- Customer-supplied equipment installation
- Gas line connections
- Hood system setup
Structural & Exterior
- Door and window sealing
- Building a custom window/door size
- Diamond plate installation
- Generator platform fabrication
General Maintenance
- Pre-season inspections
- Code compliance checks
We Don't Just Repair Food Trailers: We Build Them.
| Service Focus | General Repair Shop | Quality Trailers Repair Team |
|---|---|---|
| System Knowledge | Unfamiliar with food trailer-specific systems | Intimate knowledge of all trailer systems |
| Parts Availability | May not carry correct parts | Direct access to manufacturer-spec parts |
| Code Compliance | Can't advise on complex local code regulations | Code compliance expertise built into every repair |
| Experience | Learning your unique setup as they go | 25+ years of dedicated food trailer-specific experience |
There’s a meaningful difference between taking your food trailer to a general welder or mechanic versus bringing it to the team that manufactures them.
General technicians are doing their best, but food trailers have unique systems: specialized water pump configurations, ventilation requirements around commercial refrigeration, gas line standards for cooking equipment under commercial hoods, and code requirements that vary by state. Getting these wrong doesn’t just cost money; it can cost your health permit.
Our repair team lives in this world. They know the difference between how a bottom-mount Everest compressor is accessed versus a side-mount unit. They know the PSI specs your water pump should be hitting. They know what Washington L&I and Oregon health departments look for.
That knowledge makes every repair faster, more accurate, and less expensive than the trial-and-error approach.
ALREADY BOUGHT NEW EQUIPMENT? WE'LL INSTALL IT RIGHT.
Upgraded your refrigeration? Added a new flat-top or fryer? Sourced a specialty piece of cooking equipment? Our team handles professional installation in your existing trailer, whether it was built by us or someone else.
Equipment Installation Rates:
- Cooking or refrigeration unit: $450 per piece
- Includes: gas lines, testing, securing, and refrigeration venting
- Electric equipment under a hood (e.g., refrigerated chef base): add $350 for shunt-trip breaker installation
- Larger units may carry additional handling charges, we’ll quote transparently
Proper installation isn’t just about function. It’s about your warranty, your code compliance, and the safety of your staff and customers. Don’t let a DIY installation void your equipment warranty or create a health inspection problem.
Food Trailer Refrigeration Problems? We Know These Systems Cold.
Refrigeration failure is one of the most common, and most consequential, issues food trailer operators face. Lost inventory, forced closures, and expensive emergency calls are the typical result when operators don’t have the right service partner.
Here’s what makes our refrigeration service different:
Our facility primarily uses Everest Refrigeration units, which hold a patent on their Fully Replaceable, All-In-One Refrigeration System. This means:
- Bottom-mount compressor units are accessed from the front aisleway, no pulling units out, no cutting caulk
- Side-mount undercounter units exhaust properly through wall vents we install during the build
- Full compressor assembly replacement is possible when needed, no junking the entire unit
- Warranty coverage includes: 3-year parts & labor, 5-year electrical, 10-year compressor
We service non-Everest units as well, though access and repair complexity can vary by design.
Custom Builds for Every Island Food Concept
Your water system is mission-critical. Low pressure, leaks, contamination risks, or a failed pump shuts down your entire operation. Our team services all food trailer water systems:
- Fresh Water Tanks (80-gallon standard), inspection, repair, replacement
- Grey Water Systems (135-gallon standard), full servicing and repair
- NSF Water Pump Service: calibration, repair, and replacement (adjustable 30–50 PSI, factory-standard 45 PSI shut-off)
- Plumbing Lines: leak detection, fitting replacement, line repair
Reverse Flow Prevention: ensuring one-way operation is maintained for health code compliance
Based In Portland, Or, Serving The Pacific Northwest
Our repair facility is located in Portland, Oregon. We serve Oregon, Washington, and surrounding Pacific Northwest states as our primary service area. Operators from outside the region are welcome to contact us, we’ll discuss your situation and identify the best approach.
DON'T LET A REPAIR PROBLEM STALL YOUR BUSINESS ANY LONGER.
Every day without a functioning trailer costs you money. Our team is ready to diagnose your issue, quote your repair transparently, and get your food trailer back to full operation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you repair food trailers that weren't built by Quality Trailers?
Yes. While we have the deepest expertise with our own builds, our repair team services food trailers from other manufacturers as well. If you’re in the Portland, OR area and experiencing issues with any food trailer, contact us to discuss your situation.
How quickly can you diagnose and quote a repair?
For trailers that can be brought to our Portland facility, we typically provide a diagnosis and repair quote same-day or next business day. Emergency situations are prioritized, call us directly for urgent repair needs rather than submitting online.
What does equipment installation cost for my existing food trailer?
For cooking and refrigeration equipment, pricing is based on the size and type of each piece of equipment being installed. If the equipment is electric and installed under the hood system, such as a refrigerated chef base, there may be an additional charge for required electrical safety components like a shunt-trip breaker installation. Every project gets a full quote before any work begins.
Can you service Everest refrigeration units still under warranty?
Yes. We are highly familiar with Everest Refrigeration systems and their warranty structure (3-year parts & labor, 5-year electrical, 10-year compressor). We’ll advise on whether your issue is covered under warranty and how to best proceed to protect your coverage.
My water pump has lost pressure. Is this something you can fix?
Absolutely. Water pump pressure loss is one of the most common service calls we receive. Our team services NSF-listed pumps, calibrates pressure (30–50 PSI range, factory standard 45 PSI), replaces failed units, and checks for plumbing leaks that may be causing the drop. Contact us for a fast diagnosis.
Do you offer pre-health-inspection repair and readiness checks?
Yes. If your trailer needs to pass a health department inspection, whether it’s your first or an annual renewal, we offer pre-inspection servicing and compliance reviews. We’ll identify any issues and get your trailer inspection-ready before your appointment.
Can you repair the roof on a food trailer?
Yes. Our trailers feature one-piece aluminum roofing systems with crowned design to prevent water pooling. We repair seals, bows, and roof panels on our own builds and can assess roof issues on other manufacturers’ trailers as well.
Do you handle electrical repairs on food trailers?
Yes. Our team services food trailer electrical systems including panel troubleshooting, wiring repairs, shore power connections, breaker replacement, and installation of shunt-trip breakers for commercial cooking equipment. We do not service high-voltage 480V industrial systems.
I purchased equipment online. Can you install it in my existing trailer?
Yes. Bring your equipment and your trailer to our Portland facility. We’ll install your cooking or refrigeration equipment professionally, including all gas connections, testing, venting, and securing. See our installation rates above for pricing details.
My food trailer is located outside Oregon. Can I still get repair service?
Our repair service is primarily based in Portland, OR and serves the Pacific Northwest region most efficiently. If you’re further afield, contact us, in some cases, we can provide guidance or connect you with appropriate resources. For major repairs, many out-of-state operators trailer their unit to our facility.