US Freight Services & Delivery Requirements

LTL FreightPallets, bulky items and commercial delivery Partial TruckloadLarger shipments below a full truckload Full Truckload (FTL)Exclusive use of a truck, even if your freight doesn’t fill it.Specialized FreightFlatbed, temperature-controlled, and specialized services

U.S. Less-Than-Truckload Shipping

Ship smaller loads without paying for a whole truck. We compare LTL carrier options based on your freight, lane, packaging, and pickup and delivery requirements.

Typical shipment size: Typically 1–12 pallets. Applicable capacity depends on cargo, vehicle and carrier requirements.

Before shipping: Share the freight classification, packaging and handling needs so we can confirm available services and estimated transit. Stair carry and installation are not included unless separately confirmed.

What can you ship?

Everyday goods on pallets

For example: two pallets of boxed goods from a warehouse to a commercial location.

Auto parts and hardware

Packaged and secured parts sent in batches to dealers.

Furniture and appliances

Bulky furniture and appliance deliveries. Non-palletized items require a carrier that accepts them.

Industrial equipment and parts

Suitably packaged equipment delivered to a factory or business.

How we help

Rate comparison & payment: Compare carrier quotes by price, estimated transit time and historical performance. Pay per shipment, with no minimum shipping volume.
Local pickup & delivery: Flexible capacity for 1–12 pallets serving commercial and residential addresses. Same-day or next-day service is subject to area coverage and appointment availability.
Commercial and residential delivery: Check address type, truck access, appointments and the delivery location in advance.
Liftgate and handling requirements: Check site conditions and each handling unit’s dimensions and weight before arranging a liftgate or other loading and unloading services.
Pickup-to-delivery support: Follow milestones, pickup or delivery exceptions and proof of delivery (POD).

LTL preparation and packaging guide →

U.S. Partial Truckload Shipping

For a larger load that does not need an exclusive truck, compare partial truckload options. We review floor space, route, timing and handling to find suitable shared capacity.

Typical shipment size: Typically 6–22 pallets. Suitability depends on floor space, weight, route and carrier requirements.

Before shipping: Confirm handling, transfers and pickup and delivery arrangements in advance. Partial service uses shared capacity; routing and transit depend on the agreed plan. Ask about a dedicated truck if exclusive use is required.

What can you ship?

Bulk replenishment

For example: eight pallets sent from one warehouse to another state.

Warehouse transfers

Inventory below a full load with pickup and delivery windows that can be coordinated.

Furniture & home goods

Furniture sent to a dealer, with packaging, floor space and handling reviewed first.

Bulky packaged freight

Non-stackable freight for which you want an alternative to standard LTL or an exclusive truck.

How we help

Match the actual space required: Consider dimensions, weight, floor space and stackability, not pallet count alone.
Compare routes and rates: Check available partial truckload services for the origin, destination, and acceptable pickup and delivery windows.
Confirm how freight will move: Clarify transfers, multiple stops and schedules; partial truckload is not simply another name for LTL.
Review handling at both ends: Check docks, forklifts, site access, and any additional handling offered by the carrier.
Coordinate pickup through delivery: Help coordinate appointments, milestones, exceptions and delivery records.

Compare freight options for different load sizes →

U.S. Full Truckload (FTL) Shipping

Compare full truckload (FTL) options for large shipments, warehouse transfers, or smaller loads that need a dedicated truck. We review equipment, loading and unloading arrangements, and pickup and delivery windows before booking.

Typical shipment size: Review vehicle, weight and floor space. No universal pallet threshold; ask about dedicated service even when the truck is not full.

Before shipping: Confirm equipment, handling facilities and pickup and delivery windows. Driver assistance, special equipment, flatbed and temperature-control needs require separate agreement; delivery timing depends on the confirmed plan.

What can you ship?

Bulk inventory shipments

Boxed inventory moving between warehouses.

Freight that needs a dedicated truck

For example: four pallets that must not share a vehicle with other shippers.

Factory and warehouse transfers

Raw materials, parts, or finished goods delivered within scheduled receiving windows.

Equipment with special handling needs

Equipment that requires a review of securement, handling, or vehicle requirements before booking.

How we help

Match equipment to your freight: Review dry van, flatbed or temperature-control needs against dimensions, weight, space and protection.
Plan around receiving windows: Confirm readiness, warehouse appointments and available pickup and delivery times.
Confirm exclusive use and handoff requirements: Clarify exclusive use, direct routing, transfers and other operations.
Check handling and site access: Review docks, forklifts, parking and truck access; clarify driver assistance separately.
Track your shipment through delivery: Track key milestones, site changes and delivery records, and help coordinate exceptions.
Equipment, rates & tracking: Compare rates for 26-foot box trucks, 53-foot trailers, and flatbeds for pickup over the next seven days. Get pickup and delivery support, plus GPS tracking where supported by the carrier.

Truckload preparation and equipment guide →

Specialized Freight and Handling

Machinery, temperature-controlled freight, hazardous materials, trade show deliveries, and airport cargo pickup may require additional equipment, documents, or on-site coordination. We review those requirements before confirming an appropriate carrier and service.

Typical shipment size: Based on freight, equipment, and carrier requirements. Special services do not share one universal weight, length, temperature or pallet limit.

Before shipping: Provide freight details and compliance documents for carrier acceptance review. Confirm forklift or crane arrangements and on-site charges separately. Airport cargo pickup covers the ground handoff, not air transportation.

What can you ship?

Machinery and oversized freight

Equipment that requires a flatbed, a load securement review, or nonstandard handling.

Temperature-sensitive freight

Review the required temperature range, handoff procedures, and temperature-recording requirements.

Hazardous materials

Provide classification, packaging and compliance documents for acceptance review.

Trade show equipment & exhibits

Coordinate venue receiving windows, booth details, and on-site handoff.

How we help

Flatbed and special handling: Review each piece’s dimensions, weight, center of gravity, securement points, and on-site equipment. Forklift or crane arrangements must be confirmed separately.
Temperature-control requirements: Confirm the temperature range, freight condition, precooling, and recordkeeping requirements before comparing equipment and carrier options.
Specialized commodities: Find carriers for e-cigarettes and eligible hazardous materials, subject to documentation and carrier acceptance requirements.
Trade show logistics: Review venue, booth, receiving windows, handling and return arrangements.
Airport cargo pickup: Check release status, references, authorization and site requirements before onward delivery.
White-glove delivery: Arrange inside delivery, room-of-choice placement, unpacking, or assembly within the agreed scope of service.
Time-critical freight: Explore expedited options for urgent freight or time-sensitive deliveries. Confirm availability and any service commitment before booking.
Non-palletized freight: Find carrier options for eligible non-palletized freight, based on packaging and loading requirements.

Documents for a specialized freight request →

Nationwide capacity

Nationwide Routes & Carrier Network

Compare rates, routes, estimated transit times, and service requirements across a nationwide network of carriers.

Illustration of regional and interstate freight routes across the continental United States — Illustrative network only. Confirm ZIP-code availability, routes and services with each quote.

Carrier network

230+ carriers. More options for your U.S. freight.

Access multiple carriers through one platform, including FedEx Freight, TForce Freight, ABF, R+L, XPO, and Estes. Compare rates and estimated transit times, then work with a freight specialist to coordinate your shipment.

FXFE

FedEx Freight

LTL / Express

Nationwide LTL network

TFRC

TForce Freight

LTL / Ground

Linehaul and ground coordination

ABFS

ABF Freight

LTL / Guaranteed

LTL and time-specific options

RLCA

R+L Carriers

LTL / Direct

Interregional LTL linehaul

XPO

XPO Logistics

LTL / Intermodal

LTL and intermodal connections

EXLA

Estes Express Lines

LTL / Regional

Regional and long-haul coverage

RDFS

Roadrunner Freight

Metro LTL

Metro hubs and long-haul LTL

CHRW

C.H. Robinson

FTL / LTL

Truckload, LTL and other modes

J.B. Hunt

J.B. HUNT

J.B. Hunt

FTL / Intermodal

Truckload and intermodal capacity

RYDR

Ryder System

FTL / Specialized

Dedicated and specialized freight

SAIA

Saia LTL Freight

LTL

Regional LTL and linehaul

AACT

AAA Cooper Transportation

LTL / Dedicated

Regional LTL and dedicated service

FWDN

Forward Air

Airport / Expedited

Airport connections and expedited freight

The Custom Companies

CUSTOM

The Custom Companies

LTL / Transfer

LTL, transfers and tailored service

CEVA Logistics

CEVA

CEVA Logistics

FTL / Cross-border

Truckload and cross-border logistics

Dayton Freight

DAYTON

Dayton Freight

Regional LTL

Regional LTL network

Less-than-truckload (LTL)

Included with booking

Up to $2,500Claims settled in as few as 15–20 business days

Full truckload (FTL)

Included with booking

Up to $100,000Claims settled in as few as 30–60 business days

Before shipping | Review coverage

Review cargo risks before shipping. We consider the commodity, declared value, transportation mode, and delivery requirements to help identify appropriate cargo insurance.

In transit | Monitor shipment updates

Follow tracking updates throughout the shipment, monitor changes in transit status, and receive prompt exception alerts and updates.

After a loss | Get claims support

If freight is damaged, a dedicated specialist helps manage the claim, gather supporting documents, and keep you informed of progress, reducing the back-and-forth for your team.

Coverage, limits, deductibles and claim conditions are subject to the confirmed insurance plan and terms.