At Ford Freight, we understand the complexities of the construction materials industry when it comes to truck transportation. One of the first things to consider when shipping construction materials is what kind of equipment you will need. This may include a dry van, flat bed, step deck, gooseneck, or even more specific equipment for over-dimensional freight.
Knowing the dimensions of your shipment is crucial. Oversized materials, such as lifts of lumber or steel, may require cube correction, which can impact shipping rates. Additionally, it’s important to consider any special requirements your shipment may have, such as the need for heated service in the winter months or specific delivery dates.
We can help you navigate all of these requirements and advise you on the shipment dimension requirements that you need to know before you begin shipping. We can also assist with finding the right person or company to contact once your shipment arrives on site, which can save time and reduce headaches.
Construction job sites can have many different tradespeople and departments, and the delivery driver should know the correct name of the person or company to contact once on site. Additionally, delivering to a site can have its own challenges, such as limited ways of unloading your shipment in the early stages of construction.
Finally, we understand that loading and off-loading construction materials can have specific requirements. By providing us with all of the correct information upfront, we can ensure that your shipment travels seamlessly to its destination and meets loading and unloading appointments without any additional charges. Trust Ford Freight for all of your construction material transportation needs.