Boston Best Rate Movers

26 Lincoln Street, Ste 2, Boston MA 02135

DOT 1718049

Rates start at $149 per hour for two movers and a truck. These are not just any movers, either. They are professional, experienced teams and crew leaders. This is Boston Best Rate Movers' offer. These accredited professionals are licensed and insured and ready to help you move. With over two decades of experience under their belt, they can help you with a local or cross-country relocation. Their services are many, ranging from packing to storage solutions. You could even hire them to move one heavy item; it doesn't need to be an entire household. This crew wants to adapt to your needs rather than the other way around.
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Company Profile

Years in Business: 17 years - First Registered in Dec. 2007

Last Report Filed with FMCSA: Less than 1 year ago

Company Information

Legal Name

flat rate moving and storage inc

DBA Name

boston best rate movers

DOT Number

1718049

Registration Date

17/12/2007

Entity Type

Carrier

Company Officers

Officer 1

eliran derei

Filling Information

MSC-150 Date

24/08/2024

Added Date

17/12/2007

Cargo Types

Household Goods

Key Metrics

High-level performance indicators to quickly assess the company's scale and activity.

Annual Miles (2024)

30

Filled: 24/08/2024

Driver Statistics

Total drivers registered with the FMCSA.

9

Total Drivers

0

CDL

Fleet Size:
C
- 4-6

6

Total Trucks

Safety Information

Detailed safety guidelines and procedures to ensure compliance and minimize risks.

Violations

Total
Severe (Out of Service)
Driver Unfit to Drive
Unsafe Driving
Tired Driver
Vehicle Not Well Maintained

Violations explained

These are all the recorded violations for Boston Best Rate Movers

Total: All recorded violations.
Severe (Out of Service): Critical violations halting operations until fixed. (The truck or the driver cannot drive and it would be illegal for them to do so.)
Driver Unfit to Drive: Violations regarding driver qualifications (medical, CDL, documents). For example, they are supposed to wear eyeglasses but are found driving without them.
Unsafe Driving: Violations like speeding, improper lane changes, ignoring traffic signs.
Tired Driver: Violations of driving/rest period rules preventing fatigue.
Vehicle Not Well Maintained: Vehicle-related violations (brakes, lights, cargo security, mechanical).

Monthly Risk Score

5 measures combined monthly score

The Risk Score evaluates each carrier's safety performance, combining key factors to provide a comprehensive safety assessment.

Purpose of the Risk Score: The score identifies carriers with higher safety risks by analyzing critical safety factors and providing actionable insights for improvement.

Factors Included in the Score: Combines unsafe driving, hours of service, driver fitness, substance use, and vehicle maintenance measures into a single metric.

Weight Distribution: Each factor is weighted based on its impact on safety, with unsafe driving and compliance having the highest influence.

Data Sources: Derived from regulatory records, inspection results, and carrier-reported data, ensuring a robust and accurate evaluation.

Use of the Risk Score: Helps stakeholders identify high-risk carriers, prioritize interventions, and promote safer practices across the transportation industry.

Drivers

Overview of vehicle assets and their allocation for operational needs.

Driver & Distance Allocation

Breakdown of driver assignments by route type and trip distance.

Local(< 100 mi)

Long-Distance(> 100 mi)

Total

In-State303
Out-of-State066

Inspections

This is a list of FMCSA inspections from highway stops, conducted either randomly by highway patrol or at weigh stations.

REPORT #
STATE
DATE↓
DRIVER VIOLATIONS
VEHICLE VIOLATIONS
UNSAFE DRIVING VIOLATIONS
DRIVER FATIGUE VIOLATIONS
SUBSTANCES OR ALCOHOL VIOLATIONS
VEHICLE MAINT. VIOLATIONS
BV00006996MA2024-11-23001000
1229001337CT2024-08-24000101
3056005770MD2024-07-15100000
DS00000435MA2024-02-17001000
DF00000265MA2023-08-17100010
SPWG060609NY2022-08-10000000
CU00000475MA2021-09-07001000
0995000557NH2021-07-22000000

Safety Inspection and Failures Results

Inspections per year

Inspections

22

Total Inspections

73333

Inspections per 100k miles

Inspections

2

Failed Inspections

2

Driver Failures

0

Vehicle Failures

Violations

This is a list of violations that occurred during FMCSA inspections.

Insp Date

Category

Severe Failure

Violation Details

2024-11-23Unsafe DrivingNoDriver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a CMV.
2024-08-24Hours-of-Service ComplianceNoDrivers record of duty status not current
2024-08-24Vehicle MaintenanceNoWheel (Mud) Flaps missing or defective
2024-07-15Driver FitnessYesAge - Operate a CMV while not at least 21 years of age in interstate commerce
2024-07-15Driver FitnessYesAge - Operate a CMV while not at least 21 years of age in interstate commerce.
2024-02-17Driver FitnessNoImproper medical examiner's certificate form
2024-02-17Unsafe DrivingNoOperating a property-carrying commercial motor vehicle while all other occupants are not properly restrained.
2024-02-17Driver FitnessNoImproper medical examiner's certificate form

Violations

65

Total Violations

216,667

Violations per 100k miles