Verified Partner

Smooth Carriers

4.9

602 602 E 8th St Pueblo CO 81001

DOT 3867182

Since 2013, Smooth Carriers has elevated the moving industry in Colorado through innovative logistical solutions that convert what most consider a dreaded upheaval into a precisely orchestrated experience, offering specialized services that address the unique challenges faced by homeowners, businesses, and international relocators alike. Having established an impeccable reputation within the industry since their founding, this exemplary company sets itself apart through an unwavering dedication to integrity and transparency, ensuring that every relocation—whether residential or commercial in scope—is executed with meticulous precision and attentive care. While many moving companies offer standard services, Smooth Carriers elevates the experience by providing specialized solutions including meticulous packing and unpacking services with no minimum requirements, expert handling of delicate items such as pianos and antiques, efficient business relocations designed to minimize operational downtime, and even international moving coordination for clients venturing overseas. Smooth Carriers transcends industry standards not simply through their technical expertise, but through an ethos that treats each client's move as a personal milestone rather than a mere transaction—creating relationships built on forthright dialogue and unwavering dependability that inspire complete confidence when entrusting irreplaceable heirlooms and cherished possessions. Breaking conventional industry boundaries, their forward-thinking vision has pioneered a distinctive furniture recirculation initiative that simultaneously serves clients seeking to downsize and those furnishing new spaces, reflecting both an intimate understanding of the complete relocation journey and a progressive commitment to reducing landfill waste—a rare combination of practical service enhancement and environmental stewardship in an industry typically focused solely on point-to-point transportation.Through their decade-plus journey serving Colorado residents and businesses, Smooth Carriers has perfected the delicate balance between professional efficiency and personal attention, making them an obvious choice for inclusion among the elite service providers in the region—a company that doesn't just transport belongings but rather delivers peace of mind through excellence in execution.

Office location

602 E 8th St Pueblo CO 81001

Company avatar

Company Profile

Years in Business: 3 years - First Registered in Apr. 2022

Last Report Filed with FMCSA: 2 years ago

Company Information

Legal Name

smooth carriers llc

DBA Name

salvatore howes

DOT Number

3867182

Registration Date

20/04/2022

Entity Type

Carrier

Company Officers

Officer 1

salvatore john howes

Filling Information

MSC-150 Date

19/05/2023

Added Date

20/04/2022

Cargo Types

Household Goods

Key Metrics

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

Annual Miles (N/A)

0

Filled: 19/05/2023

Driver Statistics

Total drivers registered with the FMCSA.

2

Total Drivers

0

CDL

Fleet Size:
B
- 2-3

2

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 Smooth Carriers

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-State112

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

0458893779

2024-09-17

CO

0

2

0

0

0

5

Safety Inspection and Failures Results

Inspections

1

Total Inspections

0

Inspections per 100k miles

Inspections

1

Failed Inspections

0

Driver Failures

1

Vehicle Failures

Violations

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

Insp Date

Category

Severe Failure

Violation Details

2024-09-17

Vehicle Maintenance

No

Cargo - Damaged securement devices/tiedowns

2024-09-17

Vehicle Maintenance

Yes

Brake - Missing or inoperable breakaway braking system on a trailer(s) or converter dolly

2024-09-17

Vehicle Maintenance

No

Hydraulic/Electric Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle.

2024-09-17

Vehicle Maintenance

No

Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection

2024-09-17

Vehicle Maintenance

Yes

Brake - Defective brake(s) are equal to or greater than 20% of the service brakes on the vehicle/combination

2024-09-17

Vehicle Maintenance

Yes

Brake - Missing or inoperable breakaway braking system on a trailer(s) or converter dolly.

2024-09-17

Vehicle Maintenance

No

Hydraulic/Electric Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle.

2024-09-17

Vehicle Maintenance

No

Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection.

Violations

9

Total Violations

0

Violations per 100k miles