Your excavator needs to arrive at the job site ready to work, not sitting in a repair shop because someone didn’t know how to load it properly. Your construction timeline can’t afford delays because the transport company didn’t understand route restrictions or permit requirements.
You get equipment moving services that actually work. Professional loading using the right securement techniques. Route planning that accounts for Washington County’s road restrictions and terrain challenges. Transparent pricing that includes permits, pilot cars, and any special handling your equipment requires.
When your machinery arrives, it’s ready to start making you money instead of costing you time and headaches. That’s the difference between contractors who understand equipment transport and those who just own a trailer.
Emerson Excavating and Trucking has been moving equipment through Center White Creek and Washington County roads since our logging business days in 1997. We know which routes work for oversize loads, which developments have access restrictions, and how to navigate the permit process efficiently.
You’re dealing with a family business where Josh oversees the work personally. That means direct communication, accountability, and attention to detail that comes from owners who live and work in this community. We’re not a national company that treats your equipment like just another load.
Our reputation in Center White Creek depends on getting your equipment where it needs to be, when it needs to be there, in the same condition it left. That’s exactly what you can expect.
First, we assess your specific equipment and transport requirements. What type of machinery, dimensions, weight, pickup location, delivery site, and timeline. This determines whether you need a standard lowboy, RGN trailer with removable gooseneck, or specialized Landoll trailer with hydraulic tilt capabilities.
Next comes route planning and logistics coordination. We handle permit applications for oversize loads, pilot car arrangements when required, and route selection that avoids restrictions. You don’t worry about height clearances under bridges or weight limits on certain roads because we plan for these factors.
Finally, professional loading, securement, and transport using techniques that prevent damage. Your equipment gets positioned correctly on the trailer, secured using appropriate tie-down points and proper chain grades, then delivered on schedule and ready to work.
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Lowboy trailers work best for tall equipment like excavators and bulldozers that need the low deck height to clear overhead restrictions. The two-drop design keeps your machinery under the 8-foot height limit while providing stable transport with a low center of gravity.
RGN (removable gooseneck) trailers make sense for equipment that can drive directly onto the trailer. The detachable front section creates a ramp for easy loading without needing separate loading equipment. Landoll trailers with hydraulic tilt provide ground-level loading for equipment without built-in ramps.
Center White Creek presents unique transport challenges. Residential developments with narrow roads and tight turns. Commercial sites with challenging terrain or limited access. Seasonal weight restrictions that affect route planning. We account for these local factors because we’ve been navigating them for years, not learning about them when we show up at your job site.
We transport excavators, bulldozers, backhoes, skid steers, compact track loaders, boom lifts, scissor lifts, and other construction equipment that exceeds standard trailer height or weight limits. Lowboy trailers handle equipment up to approximately 12 feet tall and 80,000 pounds total weight, depending on axle configuration.
The key is matching the right trailer type to your specific equipment. Compact excavators under 8 feet might work on standard trailers, but larger machinery requires the low deck height of specialized lowboy equipment. RGN trailers work well for self-loading equipment, while hydraulic tilt trailers provide ground-level loading for machinery without ramps.
We assess each transport job individually rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach. Your equipment’s dimensions, weight, and loading requirements determine the safest, most efficient transport method. This prevents damage and ensures your machinery arrives ready to work instead of needing repairs.
Yes, we coordinate all necessary permits and escort vehicle requirements for oversize loads in New York State. Most construction equipment exceeds standard width, height, or weight limits, which requires special permits and pilot cars for legal transport.
We handle permit applications, route approvals, and pilot car scheduling so you don’t have to navigate New York’s oversize load regulations. This includes understanding which routes allow oversize transport, time-of-day restrictions, and ensuring all documentation meets state requirements before we move your equipment.
Permit and pilot car costs are included in your transport quote upfront – no hidden fees or surprise charges. We’ve been moving oversize equipment through Washington County long enough to know what’s required and build those costs into the estimate from the beginning. This prevents budget surprises that can affect your project timeline.
Proper loading techniques, correct securement methods, and appropriate trailer selection prevent transport damage. We use the manufacturer-recommended tie-down points, proper chain grades for the equipment weight, and securement patterns that distribute forces correctly across the machine’s frame.
Different equipment requires different securing approaches. What works for a compact excavator won’t work for a bulldozer or boom lift. Our operators understand how to position machinery on the trailer for optimal weight distribution and stability, then inspect securement at regular intervals during transport.
Lowboy trailers provide inherent stability with their low center of gravity design, reducing the risk of load shifting during transport. We also carry comprehensive insurance coverage, but our focus is preventing damage through proper handling rather than dealing with claims after problems occur. Years of experience moving equipment in this area means understanding what precautions prevent issues.
Local equipment moves within Washington County typically take 1-2 days from initial contact to delivery, depending on permit requirements and scheduling. Simple moves with standard-size equipment on familiar routes often happen same-day or next-day.
Oversize loads requiring permits need 24-48 hours advance notice for permit processing and pilot car coordination. Complex moves involving multiple pieces of equipment, challenging access routes, or specialized handling requirements may take longer to plan and execute safely.
We provide realistic timelines during the estimate process and keep you updated if conditions require schedule adjustments. Weather, road conditions, and site access all affect timing, but we plan for these factors rather than letting them create surprises that delay your construction project. Emergency equipment moves can often be accommodated with shorter notice, depending on circumstances.
Yes, but site access determines our approach and equipment selection. Many residential developments in Center White Creek have narrow roads, tight turning radii, overhead power lines, or weight-restricted bridges that affect large trailer access. We assess each site during planning to determine the best route and trailer configuration.
Sometimes this means using a smaller trailer, coordinating temporary utility line raises, or planning alternative delivery routes. Other situations require delivering to a nearby staging area where equipment can move to the final location under its own power. We work with homeowners’ associations and local authorities when necessary to coordinate access.
The key is honest site assessment upfront rather than showing up with equipment that can’t reach your construction site. We’ve worked in residential developments throughout Washington County long enough to know which areas have access challenges and how to work around them effectively. This prevents delays and additional costs from poor planning.
Equipment transport costs vary based on equipment size and weight, transport distance, permit requirements, pilot car needs, and site access challenges. Local moves within Washington County typically range from $800 to $3,500, while oversize loads requiring permits and escorts increase total costs.
Our estimates include all costs upfront: transport, permits, pilot cars, loading assistance if needed, and any special handling requirements. No hidden fees or surprise charges that appear after the work is completed. We believe in transparent pricing that lets you budget accurately for your project.
Factors affecting cost include trailer type required, route complexity, timing urgency, and special handling needs. A compact excavator moving 10 miles on standard roads costs significantly less than an oversize bulldozer requiring permits and pilot cars for a 50-mile transport. We provide detailed quotes after assessing your specific equipment and transport requirements rather than giving generic pricing that doesn’t reflect your actual situation.
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