FAQ’s

Insulated storage boxes with a built in fridge freezer unit for cooling and freezing, generally food & drink. They work on domestic 240v mains or a 16amp site generator and have a range of -18c to +5c

Anywhere! On grass, or hard ground you don’t even need an electrical supply as we can supply an optional portable generator.

We have a range of options but none require more than a standard car parking space. We can place them in some pretty tight spots, believe me we have before.

Each has been tested, all have internal lighting and a handle on the inside if the door closes. There are no moving parts & all chillers are mounted out of reach.

All our units are serviced & and very well looked after.

At Frostbite Refrigeration, we prioritise critical breakdowns. Depending on your location in Manchester, Cheshire, or Lancashire, we can typically have a fridge or freezer unit on-site within 2 to 4 hours.

Yes. While we don’t perform repairs, we provide immediate backup. Our mobile freezer trailers can reach -18°C, providing the perfect temporary environment to save your frozen stock while you wait for a technician.

Our chiller trailers maintain temperatures between +2°C and +8°C, ideal for drinks and fresh food. Our freezer trailers are heavy-duty units capable of maintaining -18°C for frozen goods.

The fastest way to prevent defrosting is to hire a mobile freezer trailer. We deliver units across the North West, allowing you to transfer frozen goods immediately and maintain the cold chain.

Yes. We provide discounted long-term freezer hire for businesses needing extra capacity during Christmas or busy periods, as well as during planned kitchen refurbishments.

Yes, our freezer units are versatile and can be adjusted to run at chilled temperatures (+2°C) if required, offering maximum flexibility for your storage needs.

We frequently partner with refrigeration engineers across the North West. When a commercial freezer cannot be fixed on-site, they recommend Frostbite Refrigeration to provide a temporary -18°C solution.

Freezer units require a steady power source. They run on a standard 13A domestic 3-pin socket or a 16A C-form plug. For off-grid sites, we recommend a 5KVA generator to handle the compressor start-up.

Yes. All Frostbite Refrigeration trailers have the ability to stand and be adjusted to meet the site, ensuring your freezer remains level and the heavy-duty doors seal correctly on gravel, grass, or slopes.

Absolutely. All our mobile chillers and freezers are calibrated to ensure strict compliance with FSA food safety guidelines for both chilled and frozen storage.

We insure the trailer and the cooling plant, but the contents must be insured by your business. We suggest notifying your insurer that you are using a temporary freezer unit.

Yes. We offer full, half, or no racking options. For freezers, racking is often preferred to allow for better air circulation around frozen crates and boxes.

We serve butchers, frozen food wholesalers, supermarkets, and ice cream vendors, as well as hospitals and pharmaceutical sites requiring stable low-temperature storage.

Yes! They are perfect for large-scale events requiring bulk ice storage or frozen desserts, keeping everything solid even in the height of summer.

Freezer hire rates vary by duration. For current pricing in the North West, please see our dedicated page: https://www.frost-bite.co.uk/fridge-trailer-hire-prices-uk/

Yes. We deliver freezer units to festivals and remote sites across Cumbria, Lancashire, and the Peak District, ensuring they are level and powered up upon arrival.

We provide 24/7 technical support. Our units are built for reliability, but if a temperature issue occurs, we dispatch a technician or a replacement unit immediately.

For planned events, 3-6 months is best. For emergency freezer breakdowns, we keep a portion of our fleet on standby for same-day delivery in the North West.

Depending on the ambient temperature, our freezers usually reach operating temperature within 3 hours. We always recommend pre-chilling before loading frozen stock.

We require 2.6m width and 3m height clearance. Please ensure the delivery path is clear of low obstructions so our vehicle can position the trailer safely.

Yes. We support pubs and bars during cellar cooling failures, beer festivals, or busy bank holidays. Our trailers are ideal for bulk keg and bottle storage.

Absolutely. When a restaurant kitchen is being upgraded, we provide long-term refrigerated storage to act as a temporary walk-in larder.

Yes. Frostbite Refrigeration is a leading supplier for North West festivals. We provide high-capacity fridge and freezer units for large-scale catering and backstage bars.

Yes, every trailer is supplied with a heavy-duty hitch lock and wheel clamps. The doors are also lockable to ensure your stock remains secure overnight.

We typically handle all deliveries and collections to ensure the units are set up correctly and safely levelled. We do not currently offer “tow-away” self-drive hire.

Our trailers are highly insulated. If the doors remain closed, a freezer can maintain safe temperatures for several hours. For longer outages, a backup generator is required.

Our delivery drivers are highly skilled at positioning trailers in tight spots. If a standard 4×4 can fit, we can usually get the trailer in place.

Our minimum hire is typically a weekend (Friday to Monday) or 3 days, but we can offer daily rates for emergency breakdown situations.

Yes, all our mobile cold rooms are equipped with internal LED lighting so you can safely access your stock 24 hours a day.

Every unit undergoes a rigorous multi-point cleaning and sanitisation process using food-safe chemicals before every single hire.

No. Our trailers are designed for static storage only. They must be safely positioned, levelled, and stabilised by our team before being loaded.

We cover the North West in total, including Greater Manchester, Merseyside, Cheshire, Lancashire, and the High Peak.

You can call us on 01925 492948 or contact us via our website. For emergencies, we recommend calling or using WhatsApp for the fastest response.