800.217.9625Get a Quote

Great Valley Moving & Storage

540 E. Union St. West Chester, PA 19382

DOT 1799776

Check official DOT record

Need to move immediately?

Great Valley Moving & Storage logo
E-Mail
info@greatvalleymoving.com
Phone Number
4848870693

How does this company perform?

Use our comparison tool to review this company's safety metrics side-by-side with others in your area. All data is sourced from FMCSA.

Compare this company

Company information

Great Valley Moving & Storage operates from their West Chester headquarters, perfectly positioned to serve Chester County and the broader Philadelphia region with personalized moving solutions. This locally-owned company has built strong relationships with families throughout the area, often helping the same clients through multiple life transitions - from first apartments to retirement downsizing. What makes Great Valley different from typical movers is their meticulous attention to protecting homes during the moving process, ensuring everything stays spotless while they work. They specialize in handling challenging items that other companies might avoid, including pianos, jacuzzis, and heavy safes, treating each piece with expert care. Their experienced team provides comprehensive furniture protection using blanket wrapping and plastic covering for upholstered items. The company maintains impressive ratings with a perfect 5.0 on Yelp and 4.7 on Google, reflecting their commitment to worry-free moving experiences. They accept credit cards and require no deposits, making their professional services accessible and convenient for Chester County residents seeking reliable, full-service moving solutions.

Department of Transportation Government Data

All data is sourced from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.

Company Profile

Years in Business: 17 years - First Registered in Aug. 2008

Last Report Filed with FMCSA: Less than 1 year ago

Company Information

Legal Name

great valley moving and storage inc

DOT Number

1799776

Registration Date

08/07/2008

Entity Type

Carrier

Filling Information

MSC-150 Date

11/11/2024

Added Date

08/07/2008

Cargo Types

Household Goods
Motor Vehicles

Company Officers

Officer 1

benjamin kane

Key Metrics

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

Annual Miles (2022)

120,000

Filled: 11/11/2024

Driver Statistics

Total drivers registered with the FMCSA.

4

Total Drivers

2

CDL

Fleet Size:
C
- 4-6

4

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 Great Valley Moving & Storage

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

Out-of-State044

No in-state trips recorded for this period.

Inspections

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

REPORT #

DATE

↓

STATE

DRIVER VIOLATIONS

VEHICLE VIOLATIONS

UNSAFE DRIVING VIOLATIONS

DRIVER FATIGUE VIOLATIONS

SUBSTANCES OR ALCOHOL VIOLATIONS

VEHICLE MAINT. VIOLATIONS

3245004841

2024-05-08

MD

0

0

0

0

0

0

2098005862

2024-05-06

MD

0

0

0

1

0

0

1276810001

2024-03-24

CO

0

0

1

0

0

0

1251010542

2024-03-22

OH

0

0

0

0

0

0

2425000176

2024-02-06

MD

0

0

0

0

0

0

W217003401

2023-11-07

MO

0

0

0

1

0

0

TBLW002760

2023-06-28

TN

0

0

0

0

0

0

0006534422

2023-05-12

NC

0

0

0

0

0

0

Safety Inspection and Failures Results

Inspections per year

Inspections

34

Total Inspections

28

Inspections per 100k miles

Inspections

0

Failed Inspections

0

Driver Failures

0

Vehicle Failures

Violations

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

Insp Date

Category

Severe Failure

Violation Details

2024-05-06

Hours-of-Service ComplianceNo

Driving beyond 14 hour duty period (Property carrying vehicle)

2024-05-06

Hours-of-Service ComplianceNo

Driving beyond 14 hour duty period (Property carrying vehicle)

2024-03-24

Unsafe DrivingNo

State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit.

2024-03-24

Unsafe DrivingNo

State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit

2024-03-24

Unsafe DrivingNo

State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit.

2023-11-07

Hours-of-Service ComplianceNo

HOS (PROPERTY) - DRIVING MORE THAN 11 HOURS FOLLOWING 10 CONSECUTIVE HOURS OFF DUTY DURING THE CURRENT 8 CONSECUTIVE DAY PERIOD. DATE AND TIME:

2023-11-07

Hours-of-Service ComplianceNo

HOS (Property) - Driving more than 11 hours following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Time:

2023-11-07

Hours-of-Service ComplianceNo

HOS (Property) - Driving more than 11 hours following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Time:

Violations

32

Total Violations

27

Violations per 100k miles

Business comparison table

Side-by-side details of trusted moving companies.

Business Name

Years Running

Owner's Name

DOT #

Trucks

↓

Drivers

Miles/Year

Address

gentle giant movingView Profile

35

laurence o'toole

373544DOT Record

88

253

5000000

7 mckay ave, winchester, ma 1890

a c k deliveries llc

4

kwame ruffin

3522997DOT Record

20

20

0

5451 pentridge st, philadelphia, pa 19143-4125

remarkable solutions inc

6

avi turgeman

3208047DOT Record

20

1

180000

1701 s 25th st, philadelphia, pa 19145

college hunks hauling junk & movingView Profile

13

michael ort

2251093DOT Record

19

15

380000

308 westtown rd, west chester, pa 19382

hopkins & sonsView Profile

23

mark a. pitrizzi

995915DOT Record

18

18

80000

1 bellecor dr, new castle, de 19720-1763

atelier art servicesView Profile

18

derek edward jones

1569265DOT Record

17

40

231690

3060 west jefferson street, philadelphia, pa 19122

riley and sons movingView Profile

51

kevin m riley

85429DOT Record

17

9

192760

9800 ashton rd, philadelphia, pa 19114

moving and storage sf inc

10

yehoshua vaknin

2780116DOT Record

16

15

950000

5213 grays ave unit 106, philadelphia, pa 19143

Similar companies

banning moving

DOT Number

3350149

Violations

31

Inspections

4

Fleet Size

5

Drivers

5

OOS Rate

0%

david m krmpotich

DOT Number

598712

Violations

20

Inspections

2

Fleet Size

3

Drivers

4

OOS Rate

0%