Special Services

When you need solutions for a particular custom freight transportation requirement, Estes can help. Select a service from the list below to learn more about how our services can benefit your business.

 

Crating and packaging
We can create custom or standard packing, packaging and crating solutions for your freight that will help reduce potential damage.
 

Custom delivery
Beyond the typical delivery, we can arrange time- or date-specific service, special handling or special-location accommodations based on your specific needs.
 

Dedicated delivery
Dedicated delivery options are available for both commercial and residential needs, and can include retail, store to door, jobsite and business-to-business delivery services. We can also accommodate your unique driver or fleet requirements to support your company's marketing and branding efforts.
 

Exhibit services
Through our subsidiary, Estes Forwarding Worldwide, we offer a single-source transportation solution for shippers of exhibit and tradeshow materials. Features include a 24/7 dedicated call center, proactive shipment monitoring, in-transit adjustments and on-site show management (unpacking, set up, electrical/audio-visual support and repacking coordination) before, during and after the event. Plus, we offer a complimentary guarantee within the 48 contiguous states and Canada covers delays caused by Estes or one of our designated carriers.
 

Government
Estes is an approved carrier for the Department of Defense, as well as for FEMA and the General Services Administration (GSA). Additionally, Estes is one of the first major LTL carriers in the nation to comply with the Transportation Security Administration's (TSA) safety requirements for making freight deliveries to outbound commercial or cargo aircraft.
 

Hazmat and special permits
Estes will take care of any permits required for extra heavy, tall or wide freight, in addition special permits related to special routes, hazardous materials or dangerous goods.
 

Leasing
Estes Leasing provides a cost-effective, hassle-free alternative to equipment financing and maintenance. Premium equipment comes with around-the-clock road service throughout North America and comprehensive preventative maintenance and repair services.
 

2-man or multiple-man
Multiple-person delivery teams are available for bulky or heavy freight delivered to businesses or residential areas.
 

Pick and pack
Based on client demand, we can assemble an order by selecting the appropriate goods from stored merchandise. We then pack and palletize the goods as necessary and arrange pick-up or shipping based on client specifications.
 

Prohibitive freight
Estes can carry freight with unusual size, weight or other characteristics that prohibit it from being shipped by normal means.
 

Quality inspections
We can provide on-site packaging and loading inspections to make sure your freight is optimally protected. If flaws that will contribute to damage are detected, we can correct those problems and help avoid claims down the road.
 

Residential delivery
Deliveries at a place of residence can include “white-glove” services for inside delivery, unpacking, set up, debris removal and more.
 

Security/escort services (Armed or unarmed)
Security can include either ride-along escorts or separate escort vehicles manned by security-cleared, licensed personnel who maintain constant and specific surveillance of the cargo vehicle.
 

Sort and segregate
We offer services to sort and segregate by marks, brands, sizes, flavors or other distinguishing characteristics—separating batch-picked merchandise for shipping to various retail stores.
 

Special equipment
All kinds of special equipment can be used to accommodate your specific freight needs, including temperature-controlled or soft-sided trailers, air rides, flatbeds, Conestogas (flatbed trailers with sliding tarp systems), trucks with forklifts, etc.
 

Temporary storage
We can temporarily store trailers (ours or yours) on a lot or in a warehouse, and then deliver the load to a final destination at a specified time.
 

Ticketing/Labeling
When your retail or other merchandise requires pre-ticketing, re-ticketing or ticket removal, we can take care of that for you.
 

White glove/final mile
Additional services surrounding the final delivery can include inside delivery at a business or residence, uncrating, assembly, set up and packaging removal.
 
Contact Us
Phone: 1-866-ESTES4U (Option 5)
Fax: (804) 355-1686
SupplyChainManagement@estes-express.com
Service You Can Count On
  • Extensive coverage
  • A modern, well-maintained fleet
  • Cutting-edge technology
  • Friendly, highly skilled professionals
  • An extremely low claims ratio
  • Industry-wide reputation for excellence