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Walk Ins on Wheels LLC
"REFRIGERATION ANYTIME ANYWHERE"
As a means to bridge a gap that we felt was severely separating true mobile convenience being coupled with affordable, reliable refrigeration, our company, Walk-Ins On Wheels, embarked on a lifelong journey to accomplish just that; bridging that proverbial gap. By combining a keen penchant for innovation with a storied tenure in the refrigeration industry and a genuine desire to provide our fellow Fairfield County, Connecticut neighbors with dependability and consistency in both pricing and availability, we've managed to not only raise the local benchmark for standards in the mobile refrigeration service industry but we've arguably pioneered the field altogether.
Mobile Refrigeration
Weddings | Parties | Birthdays Catering | Florists | Events
Proudly serving our local Fairfield County, Connecticut florists, caterers, restaurants, event planners, and wedding organizers with quality and punctual refrigeration services at unbeatable rates - all in a mobilized capacity! Whatever your preference or passion might be or industry you're in, you can always explore the wealth of mobile refrigeration options we are renowned for providing our neighbors and fellow business-owners alike.
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Refrigeration Options
Short-Term Rentals | Long-Term Leasing | Customized Designs
Per our company-wide stance on "complete customer accommodation", we've made it one of our most pride-worthy qualities to offer our customers (in both current-standing and prospectively) a wide-range of mobile/mobilized refrigeration options, including short-term/long-term leasing opportunities, customized designs, construction & delivery, as well as client-specific rent-to-own options, respectively.
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Emergency Refrigeration
Open Availability | Rapid Response | Reliable Service
While the sometimes unfortunate necessity for emergency refrigeration is something that some of our clients and customers eventually become all-too-familiar with, it's safe to say that when presented with the prospect of spoiled perishables and a potentially ruined event/gathering that many of those selfsame clients have actually become lifetime customers due to our prompt services and quality refrigeration units.
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Mobile Refrigeration & Coolers
For Every Occasion
Weddings, parties, tailgating, social functions, school gatherings, and catering events notwithstanding, having a locally owned and locally operated mobile refrigeration company in Walk-Ins On Wheels located here in Fairfield County, Connecticut has proven to be absolutely invaluable to many of our fellow residents.
We understand that each of our customers, clients, and prospective investors all have unique needs and refrigeration requirements, which is why we offer a wide-range of design and leasing options to best accommodate all.
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Frequently Asked Questions
We support fairs, weddings, catering, church gatherings, festivals, and farmers’ markets across Connecticut with turnkey refrigerated storage and delivery/setup. For markets and community events, we align with state guidance like the Department of Public Health’s notes for itinerant vendors and the Department of Agriculture’s market resources (DPH Itinerant Food Vendors, DoAg Farmers’ Markets).
Tell us your guest count and service style so we can size the unit and staging to your venue layout. We can also coordinate with the organizer and local officials when a permit or inspection is required.
- Ideal for tents, church halls, and outdoor kitchens
- Short-term or multi-day rental options
- Delivered, leveled, powered, and verified cold
- Flexible chilled or frozen configurations
Connecticut adopted the FDA Food Code, which requires cold holding at 41°F or less and minimizing time in the “danger zone” during service and prep (CT DPH Food Code Regulations, FDA temperature guide). Our units are calibrated, and we can provide temperature logs to support inspections.
For temporary events, many local health departments publish checklists that highlight cold-holding, handwashing, and sanitizing expectations (example: Meriden Temporary Food Service Guidelines).
- Maintain ≤ 41°F for refrigerated foods
- Log temps at regular intervals during service
- Keep doors closed and loads balanced
- Use food-grade shelving and clean containers
In Connecticut, food service at fairs/festivals is typically licensed through the local health department; DPH explains how temporary events differ from itinerant vending and why local approval is needed (DPH Itinerant Vendors vs. Temporary Events). Towns publish their own temporary food guidelines and application deadlines (example: Newtown Temporary Food Guidelines).
We’ll coordinate equipment details (model, temps, cleaning) for your application packet and provide contact info for the delivery day inspection if required. Start early so the health department can review your plan before your event date.
- Confirm which local health department has jurisdiction
- Submit temporary food application on time
- Include menu, refrigeration, and sanitation plans
- Have temp logs and sanitizer test strips ready
Connecticut applies the State Fire Prevention/Fire Safety Codes to tents and temporary special event structures; see Chapter 31 and state guidance for clearances, exits, and equipment (CT Fire Code Chapter 31, state tent/temporary structures handout). Local fire marshals may also use checklists at inspection (CT Fire Marshals Assoc. checklist).
We plan placement with aisle/egress and generator spacing in mind and can share unit specs for marshal review. If propane or generators are onsite, keep fuel and ventilation separations per the marshal’s direction.
- Confirm permit/inspection needs with the fire marshal
- Preserve egress aisles and extinguisher access
- Observe clearance from heat sources and generators
- Stake/ballast tents per wind and soil conditions
Smaller units typically run on standard 120 V circuits; larger walk-in trailers may require dedicated circuits or 240 V, and Connecticut’s State Building Code adopts the 2020 NEC for electrical safety (CT State Building Code). If you plan to use a generator, review DEEP’s guidance on distributed generators and emergency engines (DEEP generator fact sheet).
We’ll help verify available power on site, cable runs, and load so the unit holds temperature during peak service. Where required, we’ll coordinate with the venue and officials for electrical and emissions compliance.
- Confirm outlet type, breaker size, and distance
- Avoid overloading circuits during peak cooling
- Plan generator placement for ventilation & noise
- Have a contingency (spare circuit or generator)
Spring–fall dates fill quickly, and many towns require temporary food applications several days to weeks in advance, so booking your unit early protects your permit timeline (see local examples like Meriden’s deadlines). If your event is part of a farmers’ market, the Department of Agriculture outlines planning steps that benefit early equipment reservations (DoAg market guidance).
Share guest count, menu, and service hours so we can match capacity to your load-in, peak, and breakdown. We’ll also hold a delivery window that fits around tent setup and inspections.
- Reserve 4–8 weeks ahead for peak season
- Coordinate dates with tent, caterer, and venue
- Plan for health and fire inspections if required
- Lock power and placement details early
We handle delivery, leveling, placement, power connection, and a temperature check so you start service with verified cold holding; we return for pickup and leave the site clean. If inspection documentation is requested by your local health department under the Connecticut Food Code, we can provide temperature logs or unit specs (DPH Food Code).
For events under tents or temporary structures, we’ll also respect egress and clearance guidance referenced by fire officials to keep your layout compliant (CT Fire Code Chapter 31).
- Pre-cool and temp-verify before handoff
- Provide basic logs/spec sheets for inspectors
- Coordinate with venue/organizer for access
- Prompt post-event pickup and cleanout