Your construction equipment arrives exactly when and where you need it. Our lowboy trailer transport services and RGN hauling handle everything from excavators and bulldozers to specialized machinery and oversize loads throughout Washington County.
You get transparent pricing upfront, experienced operators who understand NY terrain and regulations, and equipment that’s properly secured for transport. No hidden fees, no last-minute delays, and no wondering if your valuable machinery will arrive intact.
When your project timeline depends on equipment being in the right place at the right time, you need transport services that deliver on their promises. We’ve been moving heavy equipment throughout the Capital Region for decades, and we know exactly what it takes to keep your job site running smoothly.
We’ve been serving Chestertown and the surrounding Capital Region since 1997. We’re not equipment rental brokers or weekend haulers with pickup trucks – we own our fleet of lowboy trailers, RGN carriers, Landoll trailers, and specialized transport equipment.
This equipment ownership means faster response times when you need us and better control over scheduling. When unexpected issues arise during equipment moving, we can adjust quickly without waiting for rental availability or dealing with third-party delays that cost you time and money.
Our family business approach means Josh is involved in almost every job, ensuring the quality and attention to detail that keeps customers coming back. We’re here year-round, invested in this community, and accountable to our neighbors in Chestertown and Washington County.
First, we assess your equipment and transport needs during a detailed consultation. We identify the right trailer type – whether that’s a standard lowboy trailer, RGN (Removable Gooseneck) for ground-level loading, or Landoll trailer with sliding axle transport – based on your equipment dimensions, weight, and specific loading requirements.
Next, we handle all necessary permits and route planning for your equipment moving project. NY transport regulations can be complex, especially for oversize loads traveling through Washington County, but we know the requirements and work directly with local authorities to ensure compliant transport without delays.
On moving day, our experienced operators arrive with properly maintained equipment and handle loading, securing, and transport with the care your valuable machinery deserves. We use hydraulic tilt trailer systems when needed and keep you updated throughout the process, coordinating delivery timing with your project schedule so you’re never left waiting.
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Our equipment moving services include lowboy trailer transport for standard construction equipment, RGN trailer hauling for machinery requiring ground-level loading, and Landoll trailer services for equipment with sliding axle requirements. We handle everything from compact excavators and scissor lifts to large dozers, cranes, and specialized industrial machinery throughout the Long Island region and upstate NY.
Chestertown’s location in Washington County means dealing with varied terrain, seasonal weather challenges, narrow rural roads, and specific local regulations that many transport companies don’t understand. We’ve been working in this area for decades and adjust our approach accordingly – whether that means accounting for bridge clearances, coordinating with utility companies for line raising, or timing moves around seasonal weight restrictions.
You also get comprehensive insurance coverage, proper equipment securement using industry-standard chains and tie-downs rated for your specific load, and operators who understand both the equipment they’re moving and the roads they’re traveling. Every transport includes route surveys, permit acquisition when needed, and coordination with your project timeline to prevent costly delays.
We transport excavators, bulldozers, backhoes, skid steers, compact track loaders, pavers, rollers, cranes, forklifts, scissor lifts, and specialized construction machinery using our fleet of lowboy trailers, RGN carriers, and Landoll trailers. Our trailers can handle equipment weighing up to 80,000+ pounds depending on axle configuration.
The key is matching the right trailer type to your specific equipment. Standard lowboy trailers work well for most construction machinery and offer the lowest deck height for tall equipment. RGN (Removable Gooseneck) trailers are ideal for equipment that needs ground-level loading or has low load angles like pavers. Landoll trailers with hydraulic tilt and sliding axle capabilities provide additional flexibility for certain equipment types and loading situations.
We assess each piece of equipment individually, considering dimensions, weight distribution, ground clearance requirements, and loading constraints to determine the safest and most efficient transport method for your specific needs.
Local equipment moving in the Chestertown area typically starts around $150-180 per hour with a minimum charge, while longer distance transport is priced per mile – generally $5-8 per loaded mile depending on equipment size, permits required, and route complexity. Most local moves within Washington County range from $300-800 depending on equipment size and distance.
Several factors affect your final cost: equipment dimensions and weight, distance traveled, permit requirements for oversize loads, special handling needs like hydraulic tilt trailer loading, timing, and access conditions at pickup and delivery sites. Oversize or overweight loads requiring permits and pilot cars will cost more than standard-sized equipment that fits within legal limits.
We provide transparent, upfront estimates with no hidden fees or surprise charges. You’ll know exactly what you’re paying before we start, including any permit costs, pilot car requirements, or special equipment needs your transport might require. No billing surprises after the job is complete.
Yes, we handle all necessary permits for oversize and overweight loads throughout New York State, including the specific requirements for Washington County and surrounding areas. This includes coordinating with the Department of Transportation, obtaining route-specific permits, and arranging pilot car escorts when required by state regulations.
NY permit requirements vary based on equipment dimensions, weight, and travel routes. Loads exceeding 8.5 feet wide, 13.6 feet high, or 80,000 pounds need special permits. Some routes have time restrictions (no weekend travel), require specific escort vehicles, or have seasonal weight limits that affect when equipment can be moved.
We know these regulations inside and out and have established working relationships with permitting authorities, which speeds up the process and helps avoid costly delays. All permit costs are included in your upfront quote – no surprises when it’s time to move your equipment. We also coordinate timing to ensure permits are valid when your equipment needs to move.
For standard equipment moves within legal size and weight limits, we recommend scheduling 3-5 business days in advance to ensure availability and proper planning. Oversize loads requiring permits typically need 5-7 business days to allow time for permit processing, route coordination, and pilot car arrangements.
Emergency or rush moves are possible depending on our schedule and permit requirements. Since we own our lowboy trailers and specialized equipment rather than relying on rentals, we have more flexibility to accommodate urgent requests when your project timeline demands it. However, permit processing times are controlled by state agencies and can’t be rushed.
Peak construction seasons (April through October in the Capital Region) tend to be busier, so earlier scheduling helps ensure availability. We also work with your overall project timeline to coordinate equipment delivery with other site activities – ensuring your excavator arrives after site prep is complete but before you need it for foundation work.
Every equipment transport includes professional securement using chains, binders, and tie-downs rated for the specific load weight and properly positioned according to industry standards. Our operators are experienced in proper loading techniques, weight distribution, and securing methods that prevent shifting during transport.
We conduct thorough pre-transport inspections of both the equipment being moved and our trailers, checking hydraulic systems, tire condition, structural integrity, and any issues that could affect safe transport. Route surveys identify potential clearance problems, weight restrictions, bridge limitations, or road conditions that might impact the move.
All our operators carry appropriate commercial licenses (CDL with necessary endorsements), maintain clean driving records, and receive ongoing safety training. We maintain comprehensive insurance coverage including cargo protection that covers your equipment during transport. We also coordinate with local authorities when required and use pilot cars for oversize loads that need additional safety measures and traffic control.
Yes, we regularly handle deliveries to challenging job sites throughout Washington County including narrow rural roads, steep grades, soft ground conditions, and areas with limited turning radius. Our experience in the Capital Region means we’re familiar with the access challenges common to this area – from Adirondack mountain roads to seasonal weight restrictions.
Before any delivery, we conduct site assessments to identify potential access issues and plan accordingly. This might mean using specific trailer configurations (like Landoll trailers for better maneuverability), coordinating with utility companies for temporary line raising, timing deliveries around other site activities, or waiting for ground conditions to improve.
If standard truck access isn’t possible, we work with you to identify alternative solutions – whether that’s meeting at a more accessible location for transfer, using our smaller equipment for final positioning, or coordinating with other contractors to improve site access. The key is honest communication about site limitations during the initial consultation so we can plan properly and avoid surprises on delivery day.
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