01 / PREPARE YOUR SHIPMENT
A clear request.A better start.
Tell the freight team what has to move and when it has to arrive. Walk through the service choices before pricing your own lane.
Try the service choicesYOUR NEXT THREE STEPS
From question to action.
- 01
Start with the freight.
Have the origin and destination, equipment, item count, dimensions and weight ready. Include loading needs such as a liftgate or tarps when they apply.
- 02
Make the timing specific.
Gather pickup and delivery dates, receiving hours and appointment requirements. A required delivery window is more useful than simply asking for “fast.”
- 03
Price the actual lane.
Use the rate tool for an initial estimate, then add the shipment details to request a firm quote. Review the returned terms and availability before confirming.
NOW TRY IT
Compare the service choices.
Practice here. Apply it to your own shipment.
ACTUAL SERVICE SELECTOR · PRACTICE ONLY · NO QUOTE SUBMITTED
What does your timing require?
Selected for this walkthrough: standard.
These are the service descriptions used in the quote form. Availability and pricing depend on your lane, equipment and timing; selecting a card here does not reserve service or carry a choice into a new quote.
KEEP GOING
Put a lane behind it.
Try the live estimate tool with your origin, destination and equipment.