Your excavator arrives undamaged and properly secured. No scratches from amateur tie-down work or delays from drivers who don’t know these rural roads and seasonal weight restrictions.
You get equipment transport that protects your investment and keeps your project timeline intact. We handle everything from compact skid steers to full-size excavators with the same attention to detail that’s kept us busy in Washington County for years.
Your machinery gets loaded correctly using proper DOT tie-down techniques, transported safely on routes planned for your specific equipment, and delivered exactly when promised. No surprises, no excuses, no equipment sitting damaged because someone took shortcuts.
We’ve been moving heavy equipment throughout Fort Miller and Washington County for years. We understand the local roads that can handle heavy loads, seasonal weight restrictions that affect spring transport, and permit requirements for oversized moves.
Our drivers hold proper commercial licensing and know the difference between rushing a delivery and protecting expensive machinery. We own our trucks and trailers, which means we control the schedule, quality, and care your equipment receives.
You’re working with a family business that’s built its reputation one successful transport at a time throughout the Capital Region. When contractors and equipment owners in Fort Miller need machinery moved, they call us because they know we’ll handle it right.
We start by assessing your equipment’s exact dimensions, weight, and any special handling requirements. This isn’t guesswork – we need precise specifications to choose the right trailer and secure proper permits for oversized loads.
Next, we plan the route based on your pickup and delivery locations. Fort Miller’s rural roads have weight restrictions that change seasonally, and some bridges can’t handle certain loads. Our local knowledge prevents costly delays or mid-transport route changes.
On moving day, our crew arrives with the appropriate equipment to load your machinery safely. We use proper tie-down techniques that meet DOT standards and protect your investment during transport. Your equipment gets delivered on schedule and ready for immediate use at your job site.
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We transport excavators, bulldozers, compactors, and specialized construction equipment throughout Fort Miller and the surrounding tri-county area. Our fleet includes standard flatbed trucks for routine moves and specialized lowboy trailers for oversized equipment that requires permits.
Fort Miller’s location near major construction projects and The Fort Miller Group’s manufacturing facilities means equipment moves happen regularly here. We understand the local permit requirements and have established relationships with regional authorities to expedite oversized load approvals when time matters.
Every transport includes comprehensive insurance coverage, route planning specific to your equipment’s dimensions, and direct communication about delivery timing. You get professional machinery transport that treats your expensive equipment with the respect it deserves, from loading to final delivery.
Heavy equipment transport costs in Fort Miller typically range from $2.50 to $5.00 per mile for local moves, with factors like equipment size, weight, and route complexity affecting the final price. Most local moves under 50 miles have minimum charges that reflect the specialized equipment and expertise required.
Equipment type significantly affects pricing. A compact excavator on a standard flatbed costs less than an oversized bulldozer requiring permits, escort vehicles, and specialized handling. We provide detailed, transparent pricing upfront so you can budget accurately for your project.
Our quotes include all necessary permits, proper tie-down equipment, insurance coverage, and any required escort services. You won’t see hidden fees or surprise charges that blow your project budget after we’ve already committed to the move.
New York requires oversize permits for equipment exceeding 8 feet 6 inches in width, 13 feet 6 inches in height, or 80,000 pounds gross vehicle weight. Most excavators, bulldozers, and larger construction equipment require these permits for legal transport.
We handle all permit applications and understand the specific requirements for routes in and around Fort Miller. This includes knowing seasonal weight restrictions that limit when heavy equipment can be transported on certain local roads, particularly during spring thaw periods.
Permit costs vary based on equipment dimensions, weight, and route requirements, but we include these expenses in your transport quote upfront. You don’t navigate the bureaucracy or worry about compliance – we manage the entire permit process from application to approval.
Local transport within 50 miles of Fort Miller typically takes one day, including loading time at pickup and delivery to your destination. Longer distances require additional planning for route restrictions, driver rest requirements, and potential overnight staging.
Weather and seasonal road conditions can affect timing, especially during spring when weight restrictions limit heavy transport on many rural roads in Washington County. We monitor conditions continuously and adjust schedules to prevent delays or last-minute route changes.
We provide realistic delivery windows based on your specific equipment and destination, then keep you updated throughout the process with direct communication. Your equipment arrives when promised, not when it’s convenient for our schedule.
Yes, we regularly transport inoperable heavy equipment using specialized loading equipment including winches, hydraulic systems, and proper rigging techniques. Non-running equipment requires additional planning and equipment but doesn’t prevent safe, professional transport.
Our crew carries the tools needed to load equipment that can’t drive onto the trailer under its own power. This includes proper rigging equipment and loading techniques that protect both your machinery and our equipment during the loading process.
Inoperable equipment typically requires additional time for loading and unloading, which we factor into both scheduling and pricing during the initial assessment. We discuss any special requirements upfront to prevent surprises or delays on moving day.
All our heavy equipment transport includes comprehensive insurance coverage that protects your machinery from pickup to final delivery. This coverage handles damage from accidents, weather events, or loading incidents that could occur during transport.
Our insurance meets and exceeds DOT requirements and covers the full replacement value of your equipment. We carry both primary coverage and additional contingency insurance for extra protection on high-value moves or specialized machinery.
You receive complete documentation of insurance coverage before transport begins. If something unexpected happens, our claims process is straightforward and designed to get your equipment repaired or replaced quickly without lengthy delays.
We own our trucks and trailers instead of subcontracting to random carriers, which means we control the quality, timing, and care your equipment receives throughout the entire transport process. No wondering who’s actually handling your expensive machinery.
Our drivers have years of experience moving heavy equipment specifically in the Fort Miller area and understand local road conditions, seasonal restrictions, and permit requirements. They’re not learning navigation or local regulations on the job with your equipment.
As a local family business serving Washington County, our reputation depends on every successful move. We treat your equipment with the same care we’d want for our own machinery, because word travels fast in tight-knit construction communities like Fort Miller.
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