A complete request gets you a more accurate quote and fewer surprises later. Here's what to have ready, and why each item matters.
The essentials
| Detail | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Pickup and delivery city, state and ZIP | Sets the mileage and tells us how many trucks run that lane. |
| Pickup date and delivery deadline | Short notice and tight deadlines narrow the pool of available trucks. |
| Trailer type | Dry van, refrigerated and flatbed capacity is priced separately. |
| Commodity | Some freight needs special handling, securement or insurance limits. |
| Total weight | Heavy loads can rule out some trucks and affect the trailer choice. |
| Pallet count or piece dimensions | Confirms the freight fits, and how it has to be loaded. |
Details that change the price
- Appointments and dock hours. Fixed appointment times and limited hours shape the schedule.
- Temperature requirements for refrigerated freight: the set point or range, and continuous or start-stop mode.
- Tarping and securement for flatbed freight.
- Site conditions. No dock, a residential address, a job site, or restricted access.
- Extra services. Driver assist, lumper unloading, extra stops or a hazardous materials designation.
If you don't know a detail yet
Send your best estimate and say it's an estimate. We'll confirm the details with you before the load is booked, and quote again if something material changes.