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Samuel W Smith Moving And Hauling

1728 Meadow St # 32, Philadelphia, PA 19124

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Company information

S.W. Smith Moving & Hauling stands as one of Philadelphia's most enduring family businesses, celebrating over 110 years of service since founder Samuel W. Smith established the company in 1914. Operating from their Meadow Street location in Northeast Philadelphia, this multi-generational enterprise has witnessed the city transform "from cobblestones to condos" while maintaining their commitment to personalized service. What distinguishes S.W. Smith from newer competitors is their remarkable longevity combined with modern efficiency - five generations of the Smith family have refined their moving expertise through more than a century of helping Philadelphia neighbors relocate. The company offers comprehensive services including residential and commercial moves, professional packing with high-quality supplies, and eco-friendly junk removal that prioritizes donation and recycling over disposal. Their experienced crews handle everything from small apartment moves to large corporate relocations, maintaining the family values that have kept customers loyal for decades. This century-old legacy gives S.W. Smith an unmatched understanding of Philadelphia's neighborhoods and moving challenges, making them a trusted choice for families seeking reliable, established moving services.

Service AreasPhiladelphia area

Department of Transportation Government Data

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

Company Profile

Years in Business: 51 years - First Registered in Jun. 1974

Last Report Filed with FMCSA: 1 year ago

Company Information

Legal Name

samuel w smith moving and hauling llc

DOT Number

113645

Registration Date

06/01/1974

Business Type

individual

Entity Type

Carrier

Filling Information

MSC-150 Date

05/29/2024

Added Date

06/01/1974

Cargo Types

General Freight
Household Goods

Company Officers

Officer 1

herbert smith

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Key Metrics

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Annual Miles (2023)

747,500

Filled: 05/29/2024

Driver Statistics

Total drivers registered with the FMCSA.

4

Total Drivers

0

CDL

Fleet Size:
B
- 2-3

2

Total Trucks

Safety Rating

S

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 Samuel W Smith Moving And Hauling

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

Out-of-State404

No in-state trips recorded for this period.

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

M008003288

2023-03-31

DE

0

0

1

0

0

0

M603001382

2022-04-20

PA

1

0

0

0

0

0

M304024071

2020-08-27

PA

0

0

1

0

0

0

Safety Inspection and Failures Results

Inspections per year

Inspections

3

Total Inspections

0

Inspections per 100k miles

Inspections

1

Failed Inspections

1

Driver Failures

0

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

2023-03-31

Unsafe DrivingNo

Operating a property-carrying commercial motor vehicle while all other occupants are not properly restrained.

2023-03-31

Unsafe DrivingNo

Operating a property-carrying commercial motor vehicle while all other occupants are not properly restrained.

2023-03-31

Unsafe DrivingNo

Operating a property-carrying commercial motor vehicle while all other occupants are not properly restrained.

2023-03-31

Unsafe DrivingNo

Operating a property-carrying commercial motor vehicle while all other occupants are not properly restrained

2022-04-20

Driver FitnessYes

Driving a CMV while disqualified. Suspended for safety-related or unknown reason and in the state of drivers license issuance.

2022-04-20

Driver FitnessNo

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

2022-04-20

Driver FitnessYes

Driving a CMV while disqualified. Suspended for safety-related or unknown reason and in the state of drivers license issuance.

2022-04-20

Driver FitnessNo

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

Violations

16

Total Violations

2

Violations per 100k miles

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