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Freight Transportation Services Across 48 States and Canada

West Coast Carriers provides freight transportation services for manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and shippers across all 48 states and Canada. Our freight transportation services have been operating from Tacoma, Washington since 2007. As a licensed freight carrier services provider, we maintain a network of more than 5,000 contracted carriers covering every major lane in the country. Therefore, shippers gain access to reliable equipment and experienced drivers regardless of origin or destination.

Full Truckload Shipping and LTL Options

Full truckload shipping is available on all lanes nationwide. In addition, our full truckload shipping network covers refrigerated, dry van, flatbed, and specialized equipment. Consequently, shippers can consolidate all equipment types under one point of contact. For loads that do not fill a full trailer, LTL options provide cost-effective consolidation on both reefer and dry van lanes. Furthermore, full truckload shipping through West Coast Carriers includes carrier selection, dispatch, and delivery confirmation handled by our operations team.

Freight Carrier Services Built on Compliance and Reliability

Our freight carrier services are built on direct communication and regulatory compliance. As a result, shippers receive load status updates throughout transit. Our freight carrier services include refrigerated trucking, flatbed trucking, dry van shipping, heavy haul, power only, and expedited freight. Moreover, freight carrier services at West Coast Carriers are backed by active FMCSA operating authority and required liability coverage. Because of this, shippers can trust their freight is moving with properly licensed and insured carriers. Refrigerated Trucking Refrigerated LTL Dry Van Trucking Dry Van LTL Flatbed and Step Deck Trucking Power Only Heavy Haul Trucking Over Dimensional Freight Expedited Freight Drayage and Transloading Military Freight Trade Show Freight Get a Freight Quote Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
Nationwide Freight Coverage Since 2007

Freight Transportation Services — West Coast Origins, Delivered to All 48 States

West Coast Carriers operates across Washington, Oregon, and California — moving refrigerated, flatbed, dry van, and specialized freight to every major market in the continental United States. From the Pacific Northwest to the Gulf Coast, from California to New England, we cover the lane.

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2007Year Founded
5,000+Contracted Carriers
48States Served
12+Service Types
Service Area

Do We Service Your State? Yes — All 48 of Them.

"West Coast Carriers runs freight to all 48 contiguous states — not just the West Coast. Our name reflects where most of our freight originates, not where it can be delivered."

Shippers across the country ask us this question every week. Our headquarters is in Tacoma, Washington, and most of our freight originates in Washington, Oregon, and California. However, our carrier network and lane coverage extend to every major freight market in the continental United States.

Whether your delivery is headed to Texas, Florida, New York, or anywhere in between, West Coast Carriers covers the lane. From the Pacific Northwest to the Gulf Coast, from California to New England, our dispatchers match every load to the right carrier for that specific route.

Pacific Northwest
Washington · Oregon · Idaho
Mountain West
Colorado · Utah · Montana · Wyoming
Midwest
Illinois · Ohio · Michigan · Wisconsin · Minnesota
South / Gulf Coast
Texas · Louisiana · Mississippi · Alabama
Southeast
Florida · Georgia · Tennessee · North Carolina
Mid-Atlantic
New York · New Jersey · Pennsylvania · Maryland
New England
Massachusetts · Connecticut · Maine · Vermont
Southwest
Arizona · Nevada · New Mexico
2007Year Founded — Nearly Two Decades of Operation
5,000+Contracted Carriers Across the United States
48Contiguous States Served — East, West, North, South
50+Years of Combined Freight Industry Experience
LICENSED · INSURED · FMCSA REGULATED · NATIONALLY OPERATING
What We Haul

Our Full Range of Freight Transportation Services

West Coast Carriers manages freight across 13 specialized service types. From temperature-controlled reefer loads to oversized heavy haul moves, our dispatchers have the carrier relationships and operational knowledge to keep your freight moving on schedule — coast to coast.

🌡️ Temperature-Controlled

Refrigerated Trucking

Full truckload reefer service with pre-cooled trailers, in-transit temperature monitoring, and cold chain documentation from pickup through delivery.

Learn more → ❄️ Temperature-Controlled

Refrigerated LTL

Less-than-truckload reefer service for shippers whose cargo doesn't fill an entire trailer. Your freight shares temperature-controlled space with compatible co-loads.

Learn more → 🚛 Open-Deck

Flatbed & Step Deck

Open-deck solutions for machinery, steel, lumber, and oversized freight that cannot ship in an enclosed trailer. Tarping, securement, and oversize permitting available.

Learn more → 📐 Open-Deck

Flatbed & Step Deck LTL

Partial open-deck loads for shippers who need flatbed capacity without committing to a full trailer. Secured partial loads handled with the same care as full truckload moves.

Learn more → 📦 Dry Freight

Dry Van Trucking

Enclosed trailer service for palletized and general freight. Drop-and-hook capable, with nationwide lane coverage and consistent capacity from origin to destination.

Learn more → 📫 Dry Freight

Dry Van LTL

Consolidated dry freight service for shipments that don't require a full trailer. Freight class rated, shared trailer space, and reliable transit times across major lanes.

Learn more → 🔌 Specialized

Power Only

Tractor-only service for shippers who own or lease their trailers. Our drivers hook to your equipment and move it on your schedule — drop-yard and relay options available.

Learn more → ⚙️ Specialized

Heavy Haul

Oversize and overweight freight requiring state permits, route surveys, and pilot car coordination. We manage the permitting process so you don't have to.

Learn more → 📏 Specialized

Over Dimensional Freight

Freight that exceeds standard legal dimensions — width, height, length, or weight. Specialized equipment, route planning, and permit coordination handled by our operations team.

Learn more → 🏗️ Specialized

Drayage & Transload

Port container pickup, chassis coordination, and cross-dock transloading services. We monitor port availability and schedule moves to minimize demurrage exposure.

Learn more → 🎖️ Specialized

Military & Government

Freight transportation services for military installations, government agencies, and defense contractors. Security-conscious handling and documentation-accurate delivery.

Learn more → 🎪 Specialized

Trade Show & Exhibit Freight

Time-critical delivery for exhibit materials, trade show booths, and event freight. Setup windows are non-negotiable — our dispatchers treat your show deadline as hard as a court date.

Learn more → ⚡ Specialized

Expedited Freight

Time-critical shipments that cannot wait for standard transit. Direct dispatch, team driver options, and guaranteed delivery windows for freight that has to arrive on time.

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Service Categories

Find the Right Service for Your Freight

Not every shipment fits the same box. West Coast Carriers operates across four distinct freight categories — so whether you're moving perishable produce, structural steel, palletized consumer goods, or an oversized industrial machine, there's a purpose-built service for your load.

Temperature-Controlled Freight

For perishable and temperature-sensitive cargo requiring refrigerated transport

Open-Deck Freight

For oversized, heavy, or awkwardly shaped freight that won't fit in an enclosed trailer

Dry Van Freight

For palletized, packaged, or general freight moving in an enclosed trailer

Specialized Services

For freight that requires unique equipment, permits, timing, or handling expertise

Coverage

All 48 States + Canada — Freight Moves in Every Direction

West Coast Carriers does not operate one-way lanes. We service freight movements across all 48 contiguous states and Canada — from the East Coast to the West Coast, from the Midwest to the Gulf Coast, and every corridor in between. Whether your freight originates in Florida, Texas, New York, or Washington, our carrier network covers the lane.

We Pick Up Anywhere. We Deliver Anywhere.

  • Not Just the West Coast
    Our name reflects our roots — not our limits. West Coast Carriers has been moving freight between all 48 states and Canada since 2007. We service inbound, outbound, and cross-country lanes in every direction.
  • Every Region, Every Direction
    East Coast to West Coast. Midwest to Southeast. Gulf Coast to Pacific Northwest. Mountain West to Mid-Atlantic. Our 5,000+ contracted carriers cover freight movements across every major US freight corridor — and into Canada.
  • Canada Service Available
    In addition to all 48 contiguous states, West Coast Carriers arranges freight transportation into and out of Canada. Contact our team directly for cross-border shipment requirements, documentation needs, and carrier availability on Canadian lanes.

Regions We Service — As Origins and Destinations

  • Pacific NorthwestWashington · Oregon · Idaho
  • Mountain WestColorado · Utah · Montana · Wyoming · New Mexico
  • SouthwestCalifornia · Nevada · Arizona
  • MidwestIllinois · Ohio · Indiana · Michigan · Wisconsin · Minnesota · Iowa · Missouri · Kansas · Nebraska
  • South / Gulf CoastTexas · Louisiana · Mississippi · Alabama · Arkansas · Oklahoma
  • SoutheastFlorida · Georgia · South Carolina · North Carolina · Tennessee · Kentucky · Virginia
  • Mid-AtlanticNew York · New Jersey · Pennsylvania · Maryland · Delaware · Washington D.C.
  • New EnglandConnecticut · Massachusetts · Rhode Island · Vermont · New Hampshire · Maine
  • CanadaCross-border service available — contact us for lane availability
Common Questions

Freight Transportation Questions — Answered Directly

These are the questions shippers ask us most often. If you don't find your answer here, call us at (253) 212-9950 or visit our full Shipping FAQ page for more detail.

Do you only service the West Coast?
No. West Coast Carriers services all 48 contiguous states. Our name reflects where most of our freight originates — Washington, Oregon, and California — not where it can be delivered. We run lanes to every major freight market in the country, from the Gulf Coast to New England and everywhere in between.
What types of freight do you haul?
We operate across 13 service types including refrigerated trucking, refrigerated LTL, flatbed and step deck, dry van, power only, heavy haul, over dimensional freight, drayage and transloading, military and government freight, trade show and exhibit freight, and expedited time-critical shipments. If your freight moves on a truck, we likely have a service for it.
Can you handle temperature-controlled freight?
Yes — refrigerated freight is one of our core specialties. We arrange full truckload reefer service and refrigerated LTL for produce, dairy, meat, wine, beverages, and other perishables. Our carriers pre-cool trailers to your required temperature range before loading and use calibrated in-transit temperature loggers to document cold chain integrity throughout the shipment. Temperature records are available upon request for shippers operating under FDA FSMA Sanitary Transportation requirements.
Do you offer LTL (less-than-truckload) shipping?
Yes. We offer LTL service across three equipment types — refrigerated LTL, flatbed LTL, and dry van LTL. LTL means your shipment shares trailer space with compatible freight from other shippers, which reduces your cost when you don't need a full trailer. Our team confirms co-load compatibility before booking any shared reefer space.
What states do you pick up freight from?
Our primary pickup states are Washington, Oregon, and California. Within those states we cover all major freight corridors — including Tacoma, Seattle, Spokane, Portland, Eugene, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Fresno, and Salinas. For freight originating outside the West Coast, contact our team directly to discuss availability.
How do I get a freight quote?
Submit your load details through our online freight quote form or call us directly at (253) 212-9950. To quote accurately, we need your origin and destination, commodity type, estimated weight, equipment preference, and any special requirements such as temperature range or delivery window. We respond promptly during business hours, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Pacific Time.
Are you a licensed freight carrier?
Yes. West Coast Carriers Trucking LLC is a licensed transportation company regulated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). We have been operating continuously since 2007 with a network of 5,000+ contracted carriers across all 48 contiguous states.
Can you handle oversized or overweight freight?
Yes. We offer both heavy haul and over dimensional freight services for loads that exceed standard legal size or weight limits. Our operations team manages the state permit process, route surveys, and pilot car coordination so you don't have to navigate that process yourself. Contact us with your dimensions and weight before requesting a quote so we can confirm equipment and permit requirements upfront.
How long has West Coast Carriers been in business?
West Coast Carriers has been operating since 2007 — nearly two decades of continuous freight operations. Our team brings over 50 years of combined freight industry experience across refrigerated, flatbed, dry van, and specialized transportation. That operational depth is what allows us to anticipate problems on a lane before they become your problem.
What makes West Coast Carriers different from other freight companies?
Three things separate us operationally. First, we communicate proactively — if something changes on your load, we call you before you have to call us. Second, our carrier network of 5,000+ contracted carriers gives us real lane coverage, not just a phone book of numbers to try. Third, we have nearly two decades of experience specifically on West Coast freight lanes, which means we understand the seasonal demand patterns, the port congestion variables, and the temperature challenges that come with moving perishable freight across the country.
Why Shippers Choose Us

Built on Reliability, Transparency, and Operational Experience

West Coast Carriers has been moving freight since 2007. These are the operational commitments that have kept shippers coming back for nearly two decades.

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Proactive Communication

We contact you when something changes on your load — not after you've been waiting for an update. Our dispatch team monitors shipments in transit and reaches out before delays become surprises.

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Cold Chain Integrity

Every refrigerated load moves with pre-cooled equipment and in-transit temperature monitoring. For FSMA-regulated shippers, temperature documentation is available at delivery on request.

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True Nationwide Coverage

5,000+ contracted carriers across all 48 contiguous states means we have real capacity on your lane — not just a promise that we'll find someone. East Coast, Gulf Coast, Midwest, Mountain West — we run them all.

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FMCSA Licensed & Regulated

West Coast Carriers is a federally licensed transportation company operating under FMCSA authority. Our carrier vetting process confirms active authority, insurance, and safety ratings before any load is tendered.

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Nearly Two Decades of Experience

Operating continuously since 2007, our team brings over 50 years of combined freight industry experience. That depth means we've seen the edge cases — and we know how to handle them without disrupting your supply chain.

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Right Carrier, Right Load

We match every shipment to the right carrier for that specific lane and equipment type. Temperature requirements, oversize permits, trade show deadlines — we account for the details before we book, not after pickup.

Ready to Move Your Freight?

Shipping freight anywhere in the continental United States or Canada? Tell us your origin, destination, and commodity — and we will match you with the right service and the right carrier for your lane.

Request a Freight Quote Or call us directly: (253) 212-9950 — Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM PT