When your excavator rolls off our trailer, it’s in the same condition it left your yard. No scratches from amateur rigging. No hydraulic leaks from improper tie-downs. No project delays while you deal with transport damage.
That’s the difference between hiring equipment movers who understand what’s at stake versus companies that treat your $200,000 excavator like freight. We know you’re not just moving machinery—you’re protecting a major investment and keeping your entire project timeline on track.
Our lowboy trailers sit just 18-24 inches off the ground, giving you legal height clearance for equipment that would require permits on standard flatbeds. Professional rigging systems distribute load forces properly, and our operators know the difference between securing tracked equipment versus wheeled machinery.
Emerson Excavating and Trucking started in 1997 when Josh began logging in the Darrowsville area. By 2020, we’d transitioned to full-time excavation and equipment transport as local contractors kept asking us to move their machinery.
Here’s what makes us different: Josh is still on almost every job. Not managing from an office—actually present, making sure your equipment gets loaded correctly and secured properly. When you’re trusting someone with a quarter-million-dollar piece of equipment, that hands-on approach matters.
We know every back road, bridge clearance, and permit requirement from Darrowsville through Saratoga, Warren, and Washington Counties. That local knowledge means fewer delays, no route surprises, and transport that works with your schedule instead of against it.
First, we assess your equipment—not just weight and dimensions, but track condition, hydraulic requirements, and any special handling needs. A 30-ton excavator with worn tracks loads differently than one with new rubber, and we adjust our approach accordingly.
Route planning happens next. We check bridge clearances, seasonal weight restrictions, and permit requirements for your specific load. If you need oversize permits or pilot cars, we handle the paperwork and coordination so you don’t have to chase down multiple contractors.
On transport day, our operators use equipment-specific rigging techniques. Tracked machines get secured at proper tie-down points to prevent track damage. Wheeled equipment gets positioned to avoid hydraulic line stress. You get real-time updates on pickup and delivery timing, not vague “sometime today” estimates.
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Our trailer selection matches Darrowsville’s construction reality. Standard lowboy trailers handle most excavators, bulldozers, and backhoes with their 40,000-80,000 pound capacity and 11.5-foot legal height clearance. The low deck design keeps your tall equipment within DOT limits without special permits.
RGN (Removable Gooseneck) trailers solve different problems. When you have wide equipment, machinery with limited ground clearance, or pieces that can’t safely navigate loading ramps, the detachable front section allows ground-level loading. Perfect for scissor lifts, certain forklifts, and oversized industrial equipment.
Landoll sliding axle trailers work for extra-long loads—those 50+ foot pieces that exceed standard trailer capacity. The hydraulic deck adjustment lets us match your equipment’s specific loading requirements instead of forcing your machinery to adapt to our trailer.
For Darrowsville’s mix of residential construction and commercial development, this variety means we can move whatever equipment your project requires without delays or “we can’t handle that” conversations.
We transport excavators, bulldozers, backhoes, cranes, scissor lifts, boom lifts, forklifts, pavers, and other construction machinery up to 80,000 pounds gross weight. The specific trailer depends on your equipment’s height, width, length, and loading requirements.
Tracked equipment like excavators and bulldozers typically use our lowboy trailers because the 18-24 inch deck height provides stability and legal clearance for tall machines. Equipment with wheels or specific loading angles often requires our RGN trailers for safe ground-level loading.
We also handle oversized industrial equipment requiring special permits and escort vehicles. Each transport is planned around your specific machinery dimensions, weight distribution, and route requirements. No guessing—we know what each piece of equipment needs for safe transport.
Yes, permit acquisition and route planning are included in our equipment moving service. This covers oversize load permits, overweight permits, and coordination with local authorities when your equipment exceeds standard legal limits.
Our experience in the Darrowsville region means we know which routes avoid low bridges, seasonal weight restrictions, and construction zones that could delay your transport. We plan efficient routes that get your equipment where it needs to be without permit violations or unexpected obstacles.
When your load requires pilot cars or escort vehicles, we coordinate those services directly. You get one point of contact and one invoice instead of managing multiple contractors. The goal is seamless transport that works with your project timeline, not against it.
Equipment protection starts with proper trailer selection and professional rigging techniques. We match trailer capacity and configuration to your specific machinery—tracked equipment gets different handling than wheeled equipment, and we adjust tie-down methods accordingly.
Our operators understand equipment-specific vulnerabilities. Hydraulic lines, electrical connections, and delicate components get protected during rigging. We secure loads at manufacturer-recommended tie-down points to prevent structural damage or track problems.
Before loading, we document equipment condition with photos and inspection notes. This protects both parties and ensures any existing issues are identified upfront. Our goal is equipment that arrives in exactly the same working condition it left your site—no surprises, no damage claims, no project delays.
RGN (Removable Gooseneck) trailers are better for wide equipment, machinery with limited ground clearance, or pieces that can’t safely navigate loading ramps. The detachable front section allows ground-level loading, which eliminates the steep angle problems of ramp loading.
Standard lowboy trailers work well for most excavators, bulldozers, and backhoes because these machines can handle ramp loading and benefit from the low deck’s stability. RGN trailers are typically needed for scissor lifts, certain forklifts, wide industrial equipment, or machinery with specific loading angle requirements.
We assess each piece of equipment individually and recommend the appropriate trailer type. Sometimes the difference between safe transport and potential damage comes down to choosing the right loading method for your specific machinery configuration and ground clearance limitations.
Standard equipment transport within the Darrowsville area typically needs 3-5 days advance scheduling. This allows time for route planning, equipment coordination, and permit processing if your load requires special authorization.
Oversized loads or equipment requiring special permits may need 1-2 weeks notice, depending on permit processing times and route complexity. Emergency transport can sometimes be accommodated with shorter notice, but advance planning ensures better scheduling and pricing.
Construction schedules change—we understand that. When possible, we adjust transport timing to match your project needs. The key is communication: give us your project timeline and any constraints, and we’ll work within those parameters to keep your equipment moving when you need it.
We provide equipment moving services throughout Darrowsville and surrounding areas including Saratoga, Warren, and Washington Counties. Our local expertise covers regional road networks, permit requirements, and regulations specific to upstate New York.
For longer-distance transport, we coordinate with qualified carriers to move your equipment throughout New York State and beyond while maintaining responsibility for the entire transport process. You deal with us, not multiple subcontractors.
Our focus on the local market means we understand Darrowsville-area contractors’ specific needs and the types of equipment commonly used in regional construction projects. This local knowledge translates to more efficient transport, fewer complications, and service that actually works with your project requirements.
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