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.