Pricing & Transparency

At Logistics Service World, we believe in straightforward, competitive rates. Use the guide below to understand our standard flatbed transport pricing frameworks for the Calgary region and beyond.

Base Rates (Local – Calgary Region)

Service Area: Calgary, Airdrie, Chestermere, Cochrane, Okotoks
Minimum Call-Out: 4 hours
Local Same-Day Hauls: Flat rates available for city-wide machinery moves

Distance-Based Pricing (Out-of-Town)

Mileage: Charged per loaded kilometer for standard routes
Deadhead Policy: Reasonable positioning fees apply based on distance to pickup
Typical Routes: Red Deer, Edmonton, Lethbridge, and Southern BC corridors

Equipment & Load Type Pricing

General Freight: Standard flatbed rates apply
Heavy Equipment: Premium surcharge for specialized machinery handling
Over-Dimensional: Wide/Over-size loads with pilot truck coordination
Securement: Additional fees for high-value or complex tarping needs

Waiting & Delays

Free Time: 1 hour loading included
Site Delays: Hourly standby charges

Special Services

Urgent: After-hours priority surcharges
Hot-Shot: Dedicated truck day rates

Base Rates (Local – Calgary Region)

Service Area: Calgary and surrounding municipal districtsMinimum Call-Out: 4 hoursHourly Rate: Competitive regional standardLocal same-day hauls available based on fleet capacity

Equipment & Load Type Pricing

General Freight: Standard flatbed rates applyHeavy Equipment Premium: For weights exceeding standard single-axle limitsWide / Over-Dimensional Loads: Pricing includes necessary pilot cars and permitting feesHigh Securement / Complex Loads: Additional handling for sensitive or irregular machinery

Waiting Time / Site Delays

Free Time: First 60 minutes of loading/unloading includedDelay Charges: Hourly rate applied post-grace period per increment

Regional & Long-Distance Transport Pricing

TRANSPARENT LOGISTICS RATES

Long-Haul (Outside Local Regions)

Standard Mileage: Rate per loaded kilometer. Deadhead Fee: Applies to positioning legs over 50km. Routes: Calgary to Edmonton, Lethbridge, and Red Deer. Note: Estimates only; final quotes vary by route and load.

Specialized Services

Urgent / After-Hours Surcharge: For critical evening or weekend deploymentsSame-Day Priority Loads: Guaranteed immediate dispatch subject to availabilityDedicated Truck Service: Flat day rates for exclusive fleet use

LOCAL SERVICE RATE INQUIRY

For current rates and availability, please call for a custom quote. Contact our dispatch team for current local rates and short-haul availability.

Waiting Time & Site Delays

Transparent handling of site logistics ensures no hidden surprises. We offer 30 minutes of complimentary free time for loading and unloading at each site. Beyond this period, delay charges are applied to compensate for equipment standby and driver time, helping maintain our commitment to scheduled delivery windows.

Specialized Services

Urgent & After-Hours Surcharge: Premium handling for time-sensitive or night operations.
Same-Day Priority Loads: Guaranteed immediate dispatch for critical machinery transport.
Dedicated Truck Service: Full-day rate for exclusive equipment use and multiple regional hauls.