SHIPPING SERVICES

SHIPPING

Welcome to Quest Transportation, your trusted partner for efficient and reliable freight shipping across North America. Our comprehensive range of services is designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses, ensuring timely and safe delivery of palletized freight to various destinations across the continent.

Types of Services

At Quest Transportation, we specialize in a variety of freight solutions tailored to match the unique requirements of your shipment:

Full Truckload (FTL): For larger shipments that need the full space of a truck our FTL services offer exclusive use of a vehicle for secure and direct deliveries We specialize in dry van, refrigerated, and frozen shipping services to accommodate various types of freight. For dry van services, we can also secure dedicated box trucks.

Less Than Truckload (LTL): Ideal for smaller freight, our LTL services consolidate shipments from different clients, maximizing efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Flatbed Services: Perfect for oversized or irregularly shaped items, our flatbed transport ensures safe loading and transport of goods that don’t fit conventional trailers.

Heavy Haul & Over Dimensional: When your freight exceeds standard size or weight limits, our specialized equipment and expert logistics team manage the safe transportation of heavy, oversized cargo.

North

American Coverage

Quest Transportation proudly serves regions across North America, ensuring comprehensive coverage that spans coast to coast. Whether your business operates locally, regionally, or across borders, we are equipped to handle your freight shipping needs with precision and care. Explore each of our specialized services through the dropdown menu to learn more about how Quest Transportation can simplify your shipping process and help drive your business forward.

Full Truckload (FTL)

What Is

FTL Shipping?

Full Truckload (FTL) shipping is the ideal solution for large shipments that require the full capacity of a truck. Typically, an FTL shipment involves around 24-26 pallets and can weigh up to 45,000 lbs, providing a secure, dedicated space for your freight. This service is perfect for businesses that need to move significant quantities of goods without sharing space with other shipments, ensuring faster and more direct delivery.

Our Full Truckload Offerings

Quest Transportation specializes in FTL services with options that include:

Dry Van Shipping: For reliable, weather-protected transportation, we also offer dedicated box trucks if needed for added flexibility.

Refrigerated Shipping: Maintain the cold chain for perishable items with our temperature-controlled solutions.

Frozen Shipping: Ensure that frozen goods are transported at the required sub-zero temperatures for optimal preservation.

Whatever temperature range your shipment requires, Quest Transportation has you covered.

Less Than Truckload (LTL)

What Is

LTL Shipping?

Less Than Truckload (LTL) shipping is a cost-effective option for businesses with smaller freight needs. LTL is ideal for shipments involving six pallets or fewer and weighing under 12,000 lbs. This service combines multiple shipments from different clients into one truck, allowing you to share transport costs while ensuring efficient and reliable delivery.

Our Less Than Truckload Offerings

At Quest Transportation, we currently offer:

Dry Van LTL Services: Safely transport smaller loads while benefiting from our streamlined, space-sharing solution.

Future Offerings: We are actively expanding our services and are in the process of adding Refrigerated LTL shipping to meet growing customer demands.

Flatbed Services

What Is

Flatbed Shipping?

Flatbed shipping is the go-to choice for oversized, irregularly shaped, or bulky freight that cannot fit inside a standard trailer. The open design of flatbed trailers provides easy loading and unloading access for large equipment, building materials, and other expansive cargo.

Our Flatbed Solutions

Quest Transportation ensures the safety and security of your shipment by offering:

Tarping: Protects your load from the elements during transit.

Strapping: Secures your cargo tightly to prevent any movement or damage while on the road.

These measures ensure that your shipment reaches its destination in perfect condition.

Heavy Haul & Over Dimensional

What Is

Heavy Haul Transportation?

Heavy haul transportation is designed for shipments that exceed the standard size or weight limits, often involving specialized planning and logistics expertise. This service is essential for industries that need to transport heavy machinery, large construction equipment, or other substantial freight.

Our

Heavy Haul Capabilities

Quest Transportation provides a range of trailer options to accommodate different heavy haul requirements, including:

Lowboy Trailers

Extendable Flatbeds

Step Deck Trailers

Our fleet and experienced logistics team work together to provide safe, compliant, and efficient transportation for your most demanding freight needs.

Shipping Costs

Understanding Shipping Costs

When planning your shipment with Quest Transportation, it’s essential to understand the various factors that influence the overall shipping costs. The primary determinants include the size, weight, and distance of your shipment, as well as the type of service you select (e.g., FTL, LTL, flatbed, or heavy haul). However, there are also additional services and accessorials that can affect the final cost.

Common Accessories & Add-ons That Impact Cost

Transparency In Costs

To ensure that your freight is delivered smoothly and safely, certain accessorials or specialized services may be needed. Below are some of the common add-ons that can increase shipping costs:

Liftgate Services: Required when there is no loading dock available at the pickup or delivery location. A liftgate helps load or unload heavy pallets from the truck, ensuring safe handling at sites without loading docks.

Residential Delivery: Most freight shipments are sent to commercial shipping docks; however, if your delivery is to a residential address, it typically incurs additional charges due to the different handling and logistics involved.

Event or Fair Deliveries: Delivering to locations such as fairs, trade shows, or events often requires extra planning and handling, which may increase the cost of shipping.

Appointment Scheduling:  For locations that require specific delivery appointments, an extra fee might be charged to coordinate precise delivery times.

Additional Handling:  Shipments that require special handling, such as fragile items or items with unique dimensions, may also incur extra fees.

At Quest Transportation, we believe in transparency and strive to provide clear cost estimates to help you plan your budget effectively. For the most accurate quote and a detailed breakdown of potential accessorials, please call our knowledgeable representatives. We’re here to ensure you have all the information needed for your shipping needs.