Business Details
Custom Crating & Shipping Solutions in Washington DC
With over 30 years of expertise and 65 locations nationwide, Craters & Freighters Washington DC has established itself as a leader in specialized crating, packaging, and shipping solutions. Our A+ Better Business Bureau rating reflects our commitment to reliability, customer satisfaction, and industry-leading safety standards. We handle complex projects involving fragile, hazardous, or oversized items for both residential and commercial clients, offering tailored services from custom wooden crates to international freight forwarding.Our team prioritizes meticulous care, utilizing ISPM-15 certified materials and advanced packaging techniques to ensure damage-free transit. Backed by a 99.5% damage-free shipment rate, we provide comprehensive logistics management, including insurance coverage and white-glove delivery, serving Washington DC, Suburban MD, and Northern VA with local accountability and national resources.
Services
Crating Services
Packaging Solutions
Shipping Services
Freight Forwarding
White-Glove Delivery
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in specialized crating and shipping.
- Our A+ Better Business Bureau rating ensures trusted service delivery.
- We offer custom packaging solutions for fragile, hazardous, and oversized items.
- Our nationwide network provides local accountability with national resources.
- We maintain a 99.5% damage-free shipment rate with full insurance coverage.
Associations and certifications
- Better Business Bureau
What people say
Reliable and experienced
Damage-free shipments
Expert handling of fragile items
Seamless logistics management
Exceptional customer service
Services
Custom Crating
We design and build ISPM-15 certified wooden crates tailored to protect fragile, hazardous, or oversized items during transit. Our precision-engineered solutions include internal supports, heat shrink wrapping, and vapor barrier packaging. This service ensures secure domestic and international shipping for artwork, medical equipment, and industrial machinery.
Packaging Solutions
Our packaging services include anti-static (ESD), corrugated, and cushioned materials to safeguard electronics, antiques, and sensitive equipment. Custom designs accommodate unique shapes and fragility levels, ensuring compliance with international shipping standards. We prioritize material quality and structural integrity for maximum protection during transport.
Freight Forwarding
We manage domestic and international freight forwarding for commercial and residential clients, handling logistics from pickup to delivery. Services include customs documentation, insurance coverage, and coordination of oversized/hazardous cargo. Our network ensures seamless transportation across industries like IT, healthcare, and fine arts.
White-Glove Delivery
This service provides specialized delivery for high-value items requiring extra care, including installation, unboxing, and debris removal. Ideal for artwork, grandfather clocks, and medical equipment, it combines secure transport with meticulous attention to detail for residential and commercial clients.
Residential Relocation
We handle residential relocations involving antiques, furniture, and heirlooms with customized crating and packing. Services include senior moves, estate transfers, and small relocations, ensuring safe transport of delicate items. Our team manages logistics from disassembly to final placement in new locations.
Questions
What types of items can you ship?
We handle fragile, hazardous, oversized, and high-value items including artwork, medical equipment, industrial machinery, antiques, and IT hardware.
Do you offer international shipping?
Yes, we provide international freight forwarding services with ISPM-15 certified packaging and customs documentation compliance.
How do you ensure item safety during transit?
We use custom crating, anti-static materials, heat shrink wrapping, and vapor barriers, achieving a 99.5% damage-free shipment rate.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Washington DC, Suburban Maryland, and Northern Virginia, with nationwide network support for domestic and international projects.
Can you handle urgent shipping requests?
Yes, our team specializes in time-sensitive projects, offering expedited crating, packaging, and shipping solutions.
Is insurance included?
We offer full insurance coverage for items during pickup, packaging, and transit to their final destination.
