FAQs
Does Estes have grocery-specific experience?
A: Yes, Estes services many grocery retailers, wholesalers, and distributors. We also have Preferred Carrier status and drop trailer agreements with many of the industry’s top leaders, like Performance Food Group, Gordon Food Service, McLane Co, Meijer, Food Lion, Walmart, Sam’s Club, Amazon, and many others. How does Estes having Preferred Carrier status with many leading grocery consignees benefit me as a shipper? A: Estes’ proven expertise and reliability have earned us the trust of many major grocery consignees such as Walmart, Sam’s Club, Amazon, and more. As a result, we’ve achieved Preferred Carrier status with many, which means your freight receives priority handling and expedited unloading to meet strict delivery schedules and avoid delays.
Does Estes transport refrigerated goods?
A: No. Estes does not transport temperature-controlled goods.
Can Estes meet my tight delivery windows?
A: Yes. Estes combines all the benefits of our reliable LTL service with our extensive grocery expertise to deliver a shipping solution that can meet even your grocery consignees’ tightest delivery windows with ease. If you’re looking for additional peace of mind, our best-in-class Time Critical Guaranteed (TCG) delivery is the perfect solution for Must Arrive By Date (MABD) shipments because it guarantees all aspects of your shipment from on-time pickup to damage-free delivery on the appointment date. And with our 99.4% success rate in meeting all guarantees for shipments to retail distribution centers, you can rest assured that your MABD grocery shipments are in good hands.
Does Estes have drop trailer capability?
A: Yes. Estes drops trailers wherever possible to help streamline the receiving process, reduce costs, and meet the tightest delivery windows. When drop trailers are not an option, our drivers can unload your freight, or we can hire lumpers or a third-party unloading service.
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