Owner-Operator Reservation Procedure

Step-by-Step Guide for Listing and Managing Your Van on offgridcampervans.com

1. Listing Your Van

  • Step 1: Sign up for the Owner-Operator program with OffGrid.
  • Step 2: Provide detailed information and photos of your van for the listing.
  • Step 3: OffGrid creates an attractive, detailed profile for your van on offgridcampervans.com (click here for example listing page)
    • Additionally, a second listing will automatically be created and posted on Outdoorsy to maximize visibility.

2. Reservation Management

  • Step 4: OffGrid uses WheelBase Pro booking software to manage all reservations for your van.
  • Step 5: OffGrid handles all customer communication related to bookings, including:
    • Incoming inquiries.
    • Quote requests.
    • Phone calls and scheduled meetings.
    • Reservation modifications.
  • Step 6: Once a booking is confirmed with a paid deposit, OffGrid notifies you and provides access to your reservation calendar via a WheelBase user account.

3. Automated Customer Journey

  • Step 7: OffGrid’s automated system sends updates to renters throughout the reservation process:
    • Before, during, and after the rental period.
  • Step 8: Automation includes:
    • Educating renters on van operations with user guides, tutorial videos, and reminders.
    • Key actions such as:
      • Check-in times.
      • Driver verification.
      • Adding the van as a "rental vehicle" to the renter’s toll account to ensure toll charges are assigned to the renter and not the owner.

4. Owner and Renter Introduction

  • Step 9: After a reservation is confirmed, OffGrid introduces the renter’s primary contact to you, the van owner.
  • Step 10: This introduction allows for direct communication if needed between you and the renter.

5. 7 Days Prior to Reservation Start Date

  • Step 11: Renters receive an email with:
    • A van user guide (PDF).
    • A video walkthrough to familiarize them with van operations before pickup.

6. Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

  • Step 12: OffGrid provides 5-star SOPs for:
    • Cleaning.
    • Check-in.
    • Return processes.
  • Step 13: Following these SOPs ensures a consistent, high-quality experience for every renter.

7. Post-Rental Process

  • Step 14: After the rental, OffGrid’s automated system prompts the renter to:
    • Complete surveys.
    • Write reviews about their experience.
  • Step 15: You receive renter feedback and reviews, which can help improve your service or make adjustments to your van.

8. Payment and Feedback

  • Step 16: OffGrid handles all financial transactions and ensures you receive your rental income at the end of each month.
  • Step 17: OffGrid shares customer feedback, completing the loop on each rental experience.

Program Overview

This step-by-step guide highlights the comprehensive services provided by OffGrid, ensuring a seamless and professional rental process for both van owners and renters. From listing to post-rental feedback, OffGrid takes care of the heavy lifting so you can enjoy the benefits of being a van owner.