Morse Van Lines

81 S State St, Painesville, OH 44077

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Company information

Morse Van Lines has built a loyal following in Cleveland by treating moves like projects that deserve careful planning rather than just another day's work. The company takes on local residential moves, cross-country relocations, and corporate transfers that require coordination across multiple locations. Their crews handle everything from initial packing through final placement, using techniques that keep belongings secure during transport regardless of distance. What makes Morse Van Lines different is their accountability—they assign each customer a specific point person who stays involved from estimate to completion, so there's always someone who knows the details and can address concerns immediately. This personalized attention stands in sharp contrast to larger operations where customers become account numbers lost in the system. They also offer storage solutions for people caught between move-out and move-in dates, adding flexibility that removes a common source of moving stress. Cleveland customers who've worked with Morse Van Lines often mention how the team anticipated problems before they happened and adjusted smoothly, making the whole experience feel managed rather than chaotic and unpredictable.

Department of Transportation Government Data

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

Company Profile

Years in Business: 36 years - First Registered in Nov. 1988

Last Report Filed with FMCSA: 1 year ago

Company Information

Legal Name

morse van lines llc

DOT Number

331382

Registration Date

11/15/1988

Business Type

individual

Entity Type

Carrier

Filling Information

MSC-150 Date

01/29/2024

Added Date

11/15/1988

Cargo Types

General Freight
Household Goods
Motor Vehicles

Company Officers

Officer 1

pamela j morse

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Key Metrics

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Annual Miles (2023)

10,000

Filled: 01/29/2024

Driver Statistics

Total drivers registered with the FMCSA.

3

Total Drivers

0

CDL

Fleet Size:
C
- 4-6

5

Total Trucks

Safety Rating

C

Latest Review: N (1/1/1970)

Safety Information

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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 Morse Van Lines

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).

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-State011
Out-of-State112

Inspections

This is a list of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration 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

0616006962

2022-06-02

OH

0

0

0

0

0

0

2205004151

2022-04-27

FL

0

1

0

0

0

1

1321002822

2021-12-15

GA

0

0

1

1

0

0

5910005348

2021-08-13

VA

0

2

0

0

0

4

W204001712

2020-12-08

MO

1

0

0

0

0

0

1308002109

2020-11-23

GA

0

1

0

0

0

1

3826003517

2019-09-18

WV

0

0

0

0

0

0

000TT69FR5

2019-08-22

IA

0

0

0

0

0

0

Safety Inspection and Failures Results

Inspections per year

Inspections

10

Total Inspections

100

Inspections per 100k miles

Inspections

4

Failed Inspections

1

Driver Failures

3

Vehicle Failures

Violations

This is a list of violations that occurred during Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration inspections.

Insp Date

Category

Severe Failure

Violation Details

2022-06-02

Driver FitnessNo

Operating a property-carrying vehicle without possessing a valid medical certificate - no previous history.

2022-06-02

Driver FitnessNo

Operating a property-carrying vehicle without possessing a valid medical certificate - no previous history.

2022-06-02

Driver FitnessNo

Operating a property-carrying vehicle without possessing a valid medical certificate - no previous history.

2022-04-27

Vehicle MaintenanceYes

Inadequate brakes for safe stopping - Brake Lining condition

2022-04-27

Vehicle MaintenanceYes

Inadequate brakes for safe stopping - Brake Lining condition

2022-04-27

Vehicle MaintenanceYes

Inadequate brakes for safe stopping - Brake Lining condition

2021-12-15

Unsafe DrivingNo

Using a hand-held mobile telephone while operating a CMV

2021-12-15

Hours-of-Service ComplianceNo

False report of drivers record of duty status

Violations

35

Total Violations

350

Violations per 100k miles

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