12 ft Refrigerated Trailer
Starting from $1,895 / month
The smallest trailer in the lineup. It fits tight lots and loading areas when a small walk-in cooler or freezer goes down.
New Hampshire Refrigeration Trailer Rentals
Rental refrigeration is available throughout New Hampshire. When a walk-in cooler or freezer fails, our refrigerated trailer and container rentals put cold storage on your site, along with mobile kitchens and dishwashing trailers if the kitchen is down too. We list pages for Derry, Salem, Merrimack, and Londonderry and 16 more New Hampshire cities and towns, and service is nationwide, so a site anywhere in the state is covered. Hospitals, schools, restaurants, grocers, and distributors rent from us, short term or long term. Call 24/7 or request availability and a quote.
New Hampshire cities and towns
20 pages: the 5 largest cities, then 15 smaller towns under 10,000 people. Each page has local delivery planning, emergency support, requirements, and routes.
Cities
Largest cities
- Derry refrigeration rentals 34,248 people, Rockingham County
- Salem refrigeration rentals 31,549 people, Rockingham County
- Merrimack refrigeration rentals 28,916 people, Hillsborough County
- Londonderry refrigeration rentals 26,708 people, Rockingham County
- Hudson refrigeration rentals 25,595 people, Hillsborough County
What drives cold-storage demand in New Hampshire
New Hampshire summers are warm, with typical highs from the mid-70s F in the north to the low 80s F in the south, and about 6 days a year at or above 90 F on average (about 9 per year in 2020 to 2024). Winters are cold and snowy, with typical lows above 15 F in the south and below 5 F in the far north, and southern snowfall averaging about 60 inches a year.
The hottest stretch runs june to August. The coldest runs december to February. Both extremes strain commercial refrigeration, and both bring calls for emergency cold storage.
Hospitals, universities, grocers, and restaurants here often need a trailer that fits a narrow service lane or a shared loading dock.
Weather and hazards
- Winter storm (November to April): Most years bring several nor'easters with at least 5 inches of snow, plus coastal flooding and infrastructure damage. Storm-related outages can often leave restaurants and food retailers needing emergency cold storage or a temporary kitchen. Source
- Flood (Spring and late summer): The Mother's Day flood of May 2006 prompted a federal disaster declaration covering seven counties, and the state's wettest 10-year span on record was 2005 to 2014. Flooded commercial kitchens and cold rooms can create a need for temporary refrigeration and warewashing during repairs. Source
- Hurricane (August to October): Superstorm Sandy (October 2012) brought a storm surge about 3.2 feet above normal tide and losses over $75 million, and Hurricane Isaias (August 2020) caused widespread outages with winds over 50 mph. Tropical systems can often cause multi-day power loss that threatens stored food. Source
- Drought (Summer to fall): Extreme drought (U.S. Drought Monitor) occurred in 2016, 2020 and 2022. Drought can stress farms and food producers that rely on cold storage to hold harvests. Source
- Heat wave (June to August): Days at or above 90 F averaged 8.9 per year in 2020 to 2024 compared with a long-term average of 6.1, and heat waves are projected to intensify. Hot spells can overload aging refrigeration and raise demand for extra cold storage at events and food businesses. Source
Power outages
- Hurricane Isaias in August 2020 produced winds over 50 mph that caused widespread power outages in New Hampshire. Summer storm outages can spoil refrigerated inventory quickly in warm weather. Source
- A severe wind and rainstorm in late October 2017 caused widespread damage and left tens of thousands of Eversource customers and thousands of New Hampshire Electric Co-op members without power. Autumn windstorms can interrupt power during peak foliage and harvest-season business. Source
Food and hospitality
- State tourism officials projected about 3.5 million visitors and roughly $1.7 billion in spending during the fall foliage season in 2023. A concentrated tourism peak strains restaurants, caterers and lodging food service. Source
- A state agriculture publication reports about 30 million gallons of milk produced each year on 122 New Hampshire dairy farms. Milk must be cooled and held cold on the farm and at the processor. Source
- New Hampshire ranked sixth nationally in maple syrup production in 2022 with about 167,000 gallons. Seasonal syrup production and sales can involve temporary cold storage and food service at sugarhouses and events. Source
- An Anheuser-Busch brewery has operated in Merrimack since 1970 and employed about 531 people in 2019. Beverage plants and distributors depend on temperature-controlled storage. Source
- Londonderry is home to Stonyfield Farm's headquarters, a Coca-Cola bottling facility and farm markets such as Mack's Apples and Elwood Orchards. Dairy, beverage and orchard businesses all need cold storage. Source
Rules, agencies, and roads in New Hampshire
We rent to commercial and industrial customers only. Before you place temporary refrigeration or a temporary kitchen in New Hampshire, check local rules. The state agency to start with is New Hampshire DHHS Food Protection Section. For emergency information, see New Hampshire Homeland Security and Emergency Management (HSEM).
- Under state rules (He-P 2300) a mobile food unit needs an annual license application to the DHHS Food Protection Section, and a new license, class change or ownership change triggers an inspection that the applicant arranges with the section within 30 days. Anyone running a temporary or mobile kitchen unit should confirm the unit's licensing and inspection before serving. Source
- Municipalities add their own permits: Manchester requires a temporary permit unless the operator holds a local mobile food vendor permit, and Merrimack asks for mobile or temporary food service applications at least 7 days before an event. Event kitchens in New Hampshire often need both state and local approval, so timing matters. Source
- Merrimack's building and health division takes mobile and temporary vendor applications, which must be submitted no later than 7 days before the event. Short-notice temporary kitchens are limited by local application lead times. Source
- A DHHS emergency sheet hosted by the town of Salem tells food establishments to note when an outage starts, stop cooking, and not reopen after a disaster until authorized; in 2017 the DHHS commissioner pointed to a four-hour power outage standard. These rules mean outages beyond about four hours can push operators toward emergency cold storage or relocation of food. Source
Main roads
- I-93: About 132 miles in New Hampshire from Salem through Manchester and Concord to Franconia Notch and Littleton; Franconia Notch is a two-lane freeway with a 45 mph limit.
- I-89: About 61 miles from Bow near Concord to the Vermont line past Lebanon.
- I-95: About 16 miles from Seabrook to Portsmouth, with one toll plaza at Hampton and the Piscataqua River Bridge into Maine.
- Everett Turnpike: From the Massachusetts line at Nashua through Merrimack and Manchester to Concord, with mainline tolls at Bedford and Hooksett.
- US-3: About 242 miles, the state's longest signed highway, running from Nashua north through the Lakes Region and White Mountains to Pittsburg near Canada.
- US-302: Runs east-west through Littleton and Bartlett in the north country and White Mountains.
- NH-16: The White Mountain Highway is the main north-south road through Bartlett.
Events that raise demand
- Laconia Motorcycle Week (June): A nine-day rally around Laconia and Weirs Beach drew 375,000 in 2004 and about 188,000 in 2010. Large rallies create short-term demand for event kitchens, cold storage and dishwashing.
- New Hampshire Motor Speedway race weekends (Summer and fall): The Loudon track hosts NASCAR Cup, Truck and Modified Tour races and a motorcycle Loudon Classic, with seating capacity around 44,000. Race weekends bring thousands of fans who rely on concessions and catering.
- Hopkinton State Fair (Labor Day weekend): Held since 1915 in Hopkinton, the fair draws thousands of visitors. Fair food vendors often need refrigerated storage and warewashing.
- Fall foliage season (Labor Day to Columbus Day): State projections have put fall visitor spending at about $1.4 billion in 2021 and $1.7 billion in 2023. Fall peak weekends stress lodging, restaurants and event caterers.
- Great American Ribfest and Food Truck Festival: Held on the Anheuser-Busch grounds in Merrimack (formerly Rock'N Ribfest, 2003 to 2018). Food festivals concentrate temporary cooking, storage and warewashing needs.
Refrigeration equipment to rent in New Hampshire
Each card shows the lowest printed price. Open a unit for the full price row.
Equipment
20 ft Refrigerated Trailer
Starting from $1,895 / month
The workhorse. A 20 ft trailer comes as a 32°F cooler or as a low-temperature freezer configuration, so you can match what failed.
20 ft Refrigerated Container
Starting from $2,995 / month
A stationary cold storage box for bulk product, built for longer projects, seasonal peaks, and renovations.
40 ft Refrigerated Container
Starting from $3,995 / month
The largest cold storage option. It takes pallets and bulk product for food distribution, disaster response, and large facilities.
New Hampshire in the Northeast
Service is available across the whole region. See the Northeast page, or go to a neighboring state:
- Connecticut refrigeration rentals
- Delaware refrigeration rentals
- Maine refrigeration rentals
- Maryland refrigeration rentals
- Massachusetts refrigeration rentals
- New Jersey refrigeration rentals
- New York refrigeration rentals
- Pennsylvania refrigeration rentals
- Rhode Island refrigeration rentals
- Vermont refrigeration rentals
- All 50 states
Rental terms at a glance
Rentals run by the week or by the month, with short-term and long-term options, and we answer calls 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Setup on site takes about 1 hour for a refrigeration unit and about 5 hours for a kitchen or dishwashing trailer; a ramp adds 4 to 6 hours and stairs add 5 to 15 minutes. GPS tracking is possible on request. Delivery, setup, servicing, and minimum terms are confirmed in your quote, and an inquiry does not reserve equipment.
Cold storage down? Call now.
Emergency refrigeration rentals in New Hampshire.
If a walk-in cooler or freezer has stopped holding temperature, call now. Tell us your city and state, what failed, how much product is at risk, and what power is on site. Keep doors closed to hold the cold while we work out the right trailer or container for you.
Frequently asked questions
How do I rent a refrigerated trailer in New Hampshire?
Call (888) 385-5513 or send the quote form with the address, what failed, the temperature you need, and the power at your site. We confirm the unit, availability, delivery, and terms in your quote. An inquiry does not reserve equipment.
Which New Hampshire cities do you serve?
Service is nationwide, so we serve commercial and industrial customers across New Hampshire. We list pages for Derry, Salem, Merrimack, Londonderry, Hudson, and Barrington and 14 more cities and towns. If your site is elsewhere in the state, call and we will confirm.
Can I rent a refrigerated container in New Hampshire for a long project?
Yes. A 20 ft or 40 ft refrigerated container suits renovations and seasonal peaks in New Hampshire. Rent short term or lease for months, and see the full price rows on each unit page.
Do you rent mobile kitchens and dishwashing trailers in New Hampshire?
Yes. When a New Hampshire kitchen is down, we rent mobile kitchens and commercial dishwashing trailers to pair with refrigeration.
Who regulates food safety in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire DHHS Food Protection Section (https://www.dhhs.nh.gov/) is the state agency to start with. Local health departments may add their own rules, so check before placing temporary refrigeration or a temporary kitchen.
What to send for a fast quote
- The city and state where the unit will sit
- What failed and how much product is at risk
- Cooler (32°F) or freezer temperature needed
- Power available at the site: voltage, phase, and amps
- Access: gate or door width, surface, and where the unit will be placed
- How long you expect to need it
Prefer to talk? Call (888) 385-5513 any time.