Van Roof Racks and Roof bars are vital for many tradespeople. So, what are the most common mistakes people make when buying a roof rack for their van and how can you avoid making them too?

Your Van Roof Rack doesn’t fit your Van

How do you know the roof rack you have just bought is suitable for your vehicle? When purchasing a roof rack it is important that you get the correct one. If you have the incorrect roof rack rectifying the mistake can cost you time and money. So, why not get it right the first time? Purchasing your new roof rack through Van Guard can eliminate these issues. Unlike cars Vans have many variations and therefore all of our roof bars are designed to suit specific Vans. The number of bars, dimensions and fittings we supply vary according to van size, wheelbase, roof height and fixing points. We have developed a product filter option on our website that will ensure that only the products for your selected vehicle are listed. We also have a friendly customer service team who can recommend which products will work best for you. Using either of these methods to select your new roof bars will ensure that you get it right first time, and with our next working day delivery they can be on your roof in no time at all.

Your Roof Rack hasn't been Crash Tested

When purchasing your new roof rack it is important that you ensure that the products have been crash tested. If you are involved in an accident and your roof rack isn’t secure there could be some serious repercussions. Here at Van Guard we have crash tested all our roof racks to 20g, they have undergone comprehensive safety testing and rigorous quality control. This ensures that our products remain secure in both normal and accident conditions. The last thing you want when you have had a crash is to worry about how secure your roof rack is.

The brackets & fixings on your Roof Bars aren't Hard Wearing

Ensuring your roof rack will stand the test of time is essential. Our roof racks have been designed to be hardwearing and long lasting. There is nothing more annoying than having parts of your roof rack rust and deteriorate. By opting for bars constructed with Anodised Aluminium you will ensure they will not corrode and save your van from being tarnished with unsightly orange rust stains. Replacing these parts can be time consuming and costly. Both our ULTI Rack and ULTI Bars are made from materials that will withstand weather conditions and wear. The brackets are made from 3mm galvanised steel, the nuts and bolts provided are coated in a S442 coating, which is a Ford spec. The plastic components are UV coated to extend longevity of the product and prevent fading and deterioration. Our products also come with a year guarantee, so if any part of your roof rack deteriorates just give us a call and we will replace it free of charge. No hassle!

No Fitting Instructions are provided with your Roof Bars

Not having the correct fitting (or any) instructions when your roof rack turns up can be frustrating. Which can then result in a delay in the installation of your roof rack. Purchasing your roof rack through Van Guard means you are supplied with all the necessary instructions and fixings that are required for you to install your new bars. Along with our printed instructions we have handy how to videos that can assist in the fitting your roof rack to your vehicle.

No Technical Advice Available for your Roof Bars

Technical advice is something we all need from time to time, whether you need advise before your purchase or advice on the installation, it is important that you know this help is available. We understand it can be frustrating when the roof rack you have ordered doesn’t seem to work. Our ULTI Bars and ULTI Rack have been designed with to be as easy to fit as possible. However, it is reassuring to know that should you experience an installation issue our technical team are just at the other end of the phone to support you in any way that they can.