More and more people dream of motorhome vacation. This type of trip has the charm of an adventure that can be enjoyed alone, with family or with friends. Easy, practical and comfortable, the motorhome guarantees peace and freedom ... yes, as long as we bet on professionals to start that dream, starting with the rental of the vehicle. And, sometimes, resorting to private rentals can turn the dream into a nightmare. We explain what are the risks and the reasons why renting from a professional company is a security guarantee.
Insurance guarantees
When we rent a motorhome from a professional company specialized in this sector, we have the guarantee that all vehicle documentation is in order. This is essential, especially with regard to insurance.
Insurance companies have specific insurance for vehicles to be used for rental, which are the ones used by professional companies. In the case of individuals, when insuring their vehicle they can choose between the different types that the companies offer, be it basic, extended or all-risk insurance. This type of insurance covers people who are using the motorhome, as long as they comply with the legal requirements of the policy, but what happens in the event that a private person rents their vehicle? Well, as it collects CLEAN (Spanish Association of Caravanning Industry and Commerce), after consulting different insurance companies, “The activity of renting motorhomes between individuals for profit is not protected by conventional insurance that individuals hire, nor can they carry out this activity if they do not constitute themselves as entrepreneurs or self-employed" And it is that private vehicles are registered for private use, so, when there is a profit, such as in the case of a rental, if there is no specific insurance for it, companies could put problems and not offer the same guarantees as those of a professional company. Better not risk it!
Vehicle performance and age
The motorhome rental companies, as in the case of Express motorhome, they take great care of the fleet of vehicles available. That translates, first of all, into a Very large offer adapted to the needs of each person or family, which includes advice to find the optimal model in each case. This is especially important in the case of people with little experience in the world of motorhome.
Another important issue is the availability of interior equipment for those who rent a motorhome for a few days. For example in Express motorhome we offer the possibility of renting, at an extra cost, bed, bath and kitchen utensils, in such a way that the client only has to take care of bringing his personal belongings to enjoy a getaway or a vacation with all the comforts.
And we cannot forget, of course, the vehicle status. A rental company, like ours, always guarantees that the motorhomes have passed all the checks and are delivered in optimal operating conditions. It contributes to that our fleet is very new, with an average age of 12 months.
What if it breaks before you pick it up?
Imagine ... We have prepared the holidays with enthusiasm. We have planned our route, searched the areas or campsites where we are going to spend the night and have our bags packed. The only thing left to do is pick up our motorhome when ... surprise !, the person we have rented it from tells us that the previous client has had an accident with it or it has broken down. Conclusion: we were left without holidays.
This will never happen with a professional rental company, since we have a large fleet and, in our case, our own workshops that allow us tune up the vehicle at any time or, failing that, replace it with another. You will never stay ashore!
Ultimately, If you don't want to risk when renting a motorhome, the best is that bet on a professional rental company. We assure you that you will enjoy a wonderful vacation.
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