5 Things to Look for In a Canadian Heavy Haul Trucking Company

If you’re looking to haul large farming or construction equipment over long distances, you want a trustworthy, knowledgeable company to do the job on schedule and on budget. Here are five things to look for in an excellent heavy haul trucking company.

Short Haul and Long Haul Shipping

The right shipping method for you depends on how far your equipment needs to travel. One day of driving is considered a short haul, and overnight or several days of driving is what we call a long haul. A reliable and experienced heavy haul trucking company, such as Trusted Dispatch, will offer both short and long-haul shipping in order to meet as many shipping needs as possible. 

Experienced Heavy Haul Drivers

A company with experienced heavy haul drivers shows that they have high standards for customer service and safety measures. Our drivers are highly knowledgeable and have delivered various types of heavy machinery on a range of trailers that meet the load and road requirements. We thoroughly vet all of our drivers so that when you ship your machines with Trusted Dispatch, you can trust that your driver knows what they are doing and that your equipment will arrive safely.

Helpful Customer Service

If it’s your first time shipping equipment, we understand that the process can feel overwhelming. Trusted Dispatch is here to help! We care about you and your equipment and are committed to ensuring the load goes as smoothly as possible. Customer satisfaction with our service is a top priority. 

We are happy to answer any questions you might have about heavy haul shipping, from what type of trailer the driver will use to how to ship across the border. Helpful customer service like ours is another important sign of an excellent heavy haul trucking company. We are available for regular hours by phone or email, and we have a chat function available on our website.

Oversize Haul Capabilities

A trustworthy heavy haul shipping company is one that is versatile. At Trusted Dispatch, our drivers can ship using many different types of trailers to accommodate the size and weight of your equipment. 

Some common heavy-haul trailer types are the following:

• A flatbed trailer has a weight capacity of 48,000 pounds and can haul various equipment.
• The step deck trailer has a lower deck and can be used for loads that are too tall for the flatbed. It has a weight capacity of 43,000-62,000 pounds, depending on how many axles the trailer has. 
• The double drop trailer has a very low deck and is used for the tallest loads. Depending on the number of axles, these trailers can carry 43,000-58,000 pounds and are well suited for hauling construction equipment and large vehicles. 
• Removable gooseneck (RGN) trailers are very versatile, and with their long length, low deck, and high weight capacity (42,000-150,000 pounds), they can carry equipment that is oversized in length, height, and weight. 
• Booster jeeps or extra wheels can also be used on heavy haul loads to distribute the weight of the shipment better. 

Our drivers are knowledgeable and have experience pulling all these different kinds of trailers and will be able to select the right trailer to haul your oversize load.

Shipping to the United States

Trusted Dispatch won’t let shipping across the border be a barrier to you and your equipment needs. We have a network of drivers with experience transporting to and from Canada and the United States. If you’re shipping your valuable farming or construction equipment across the United States border, you need a driver with such experience. 

Trusted Dispatch also has a list of recommended customs brokers to help you make the paperwork as simple as possible. We also have plenty of information on our website and fantastic customer service support to help answer your questions. We aim to make the shipping process as smooth and easy as possible for you.

Use the Best Company in North America for Heavy Haul Loads 

Trusted Dispatch is here to help you get your heavy hauls shipped. We offer versatile shipping, excellent customer service, and experienced drivers that will deliver your equipment safely. Whether you’re sending a tractor across the border or picking up a bulldozer a couple of provinces over, we can get the job done. 

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