Expert Flatbed Trucking Services, Houston TX

Move oversized, industrial, and time-sensitive flatbed freight with a Houston-based team backed by North American capacity, 24/7 tracking, and proven specialized logistics. From refinery equipment and oilfield components to construction materials and cross-border loads, Little John Transportation Services coordinates the right trailers, permits, routing, and communication for freight that demands more.

Flatbed truck hauling industrial freight in Houston

Our Flatbed Trucking Services Services

Flatbed, heavy-haul, hot-shot, LTL, expedited, and cross-border capacity for demanding freight moves.

Full Truckload

Move full flatbed loads on regional, long-haul, U.S.–Canada, and U.S.–México lanes with vetted capacity, 24/7 tracking, and a single accountable point of contact.

Heavy-Haul Cargo

Coordinate oversize, overweight, and complex project cargo using specialized trailers, permitting support, route engineering, escorts, and experienced heavy-haul teams.

Hot Shot Freight

Ship urgent smaller loads using goosenecks, tilt-decks, tag trailers, and flat-bed hot-shots with same-day dispatch and direct-haul priority.

Flatbed LTL

Move partial flatbed freight through flexible LTL options, centralized pricing, carrier selection, and track-and-trace access across the United States and Canada.

Expedited Flatbed

Protect critical delivery windows with expedited flatbeds, step-decks, hot-shot trailers, direct routing, team-driver options, and 24/7 dispatch oversight.

Cross-Border Flatbed

Move flatbed and specialized freight across the U.S.–México corridor with bilingual operations, customs coordination, secure facilities, and cross-border trailer capacity.

Flatbed trailer being prepared for industrial freight

Our Flatbed Freight Process

Review Freight And Lane Details

We review pickup, delivery, commodity, dimensions, weight, loading method, schedule, and special requirements. For Houston-area industrial freight, that often means understanding refinery access, port-adjacent lanes, construction site constraints, and time-sensitive project schedules before capacity is assigned.

Match The Right Equipment

Coordinate Permits And Compliance

Dispatch And Track The Load

Deliver And Close Out

Trusted By Enterprises

Success Stories

Trusted by major manufacturers, technology leaders, energy companies, and industrial shippers across North America.

"Alisha. WPE. Great service, nice working with you, all the time."

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The Little John Difference

Why Choose Little John Transportation Services?

Little John Transportation Services combines specialized capacity, disciplined execution, and accountable people.

Experience

Thirty-plus years moving heavy, complex freight most carriers refuse to handle.

Capacity

Houston shippers access flatbeds, step-decks, RGNs, lowboys, and specialty trailers quickly.

Compliance

Audited carriers, FMCSA Satisfactory Rating, and documentation built for demanding industrial freight.

Communication

Real teams answer the phone, track Houston-area freight, and own the outcome.

Meet The Houston Team

Experienced operators supporting Houston flatbed and specialized freight.

Portrait of Christopher Dale, Co-Founder and CEO of Little John Transportation Services

Christopher Dale

Co-Founder & CEO

Christopher Dale is the Co-Founder and CEO of Little John Transportation Services, the specialized freight company he built from the ground up in the mid-1990s alongside his brother Steven. With over 30 years at the helm, Christopher has led the company through remarkable growth — from a small operator-focused business to a North American leader ranked #1 on the ACT Transport 50 for 16 consecutive years. His expertise spans heavy-haul, hazmat, and U.S.–México cross-border logistics, handling the complex freight most carriers refuse. Christopher's leadership philosophy centers on human-first communication, operational excellence, and safety-driven execution, values that have earned the company a 100% retention rate among its Top 100 customers and an average client tenure of 33 years.

Portrait of Steven Dale, Co-Founder and COO of Little John Transportation Services

Steven Dale

Co-Founder & COO

Steven Dale is the Co-Founder and COO of Little John Transportation Services, responsible for overseeing specialized operations and the company's vast carrier network. Since co-founding the business in the mid-1990s alongside Christopher Dale, Steven has been the operational backbone of an organization that now manages over 8,000 dedicated owner-operators and 65,000 vetted and audited carriers. He ensures that teams are strategically positioned across key logistics hubs — including Laredo, Monterrey, and Guadalajara — exactly where complex freight moves. Steven's hands-on approach and deep industry expertise have been instrumental in achieving 65 million+ miles covered annually and maintaining the company's industry-leading safety and compliance standards.

Portrait of Kathleen Stingley, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Kathleen Stingley

Account Manager

Kathleen Stingley serves as an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, where she is dedicated to delivering the human-first service that defines the company's reputation across North America. In her role, Kathleen works directly with medium- to large-sized clients to coordinate specialized freight solutions — from heavy-haul and hazmat shipments to complex cross-border logistics. She serves as a reliable, knowledgeable point of contact who ensures every load is planned, tracked, and executed with precision. Kathleen embodies the company's commitment to treating clients as partners, providing responsive communication and hands-on support that has contributed to Little John's 100% Top 100 customer retention rate and decades-long client relationships.

Portrait of Brandon Potter, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Brandon Potter

Account Manager

Brandon Potter is an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, bringing a client-focused approach to one of North America's most trusted specialized freight carriers. Brandon works closely with clients across a wide range of industries — including energy, industrial machinery, automotive, and chemical sectors — to develop customized transportation solutions for complex, high-stakes freight. He serves as a hands-on partner from initial quote through final delivery, ensuring clear communication, compliance documentation, and seamless coordination across Little John's expansive carrier network. Brandon's commitment to responsive, people-driven service reflects the company's core values and its reputation for moving the cargo that most carriers refuse.

Portrait of Todd Wojtkowski, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Todd Wojtkowski

Account Manager

Todd Wojtkowski is an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, playing a key role in supporting the company's mission to deliver operational excellence and human-first service to every client. Todd manages freight relationships across a broad spectrum of specialized transportation needs, including heavy-haul, hazmat, and cross-border shipments throughout the U.S., México, and Canada. He works as a direct partner to clients, ensuring loads are matched with the right equipment, dispatched by experienced teams, and tracked through to delivery. Todd's dedication to proactive communication and audit-ready documentation helps reinforce Little John's standing as the most trusted partner for specialized freight in North America.

Portrait of Robert Wood, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Robert Wood

Account Manager

Robert Wood serves as an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, where he is committed to delivering the responsive, detail-oriented service that sets the company apart in the specialized freight industry. Robert supports clients across sectors such as oil and gas, military and defense, pharmaceutical, and retail, helping them navigate the complexities of heavy-haul, hazmat, and time-sensitive freight requirements. He takes ownership of every load from planning to final delivery, coordinating with Little John's extensive network of owner-operators and vetted carriers to ensure seamless execution. Robert's dedication to building long-term partnerships reflects the company's core value of treating every client relationship with the care and accountability of a true business partner.

Portrait of Justin James, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Justin James

Account Manager

Justin James is an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, contributing to the company's legacy of specialized, safety-driven freight solutions across North America. Justin works hands-on with clients to manage complex shipping requirements, including oversized loads, hazardous materials, and cross-border freight between the United States and México. He serves as a reliable point of contact who ensures every shipment is handled with the precision and accountability that Little John's clients have come to expect over 30+ years in business. Justin's customer-first mindset and thorough understanding of the company's logistics capabilities help clients move their most demanding cargo with confidence and compliance.

Portrait of Ashlyn Dale, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Ashlyn Dale

Account Manager

Ashlyn Dale is an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, upholding the family legacy of hands-on, human-first service that has defined the company since its founding in the mid-1990s. Ashlyn works directly with clients to coordinate specialized freight solutions, ensuring that every shipment — whether heavy-haul, hazmat, or cross-border — is executed with the operational discipline and personal accountability that Little John is known for. She brings a client-centered approach to every interaction, serving as a trusted partner who provides clear, timely communication and end-to-end load management. Ashlyn's commitment to excellence helps maintain the long-standing client relationships that have made Little John the #1 specialized carrier in North America.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of freight can move on a flatbed truck?

Flatbed trucking is ideal for freight that cannot be loaded into a standard dry van, including machinery, steel, lumber, construction materials, pipe, oilfield components, HVAC units, and oversized industrial equipment. Little John Transportation Services can coordinate flatbeds, step-decks, RGNs, stretch trailers, lowboys, and specialty platforms depending on dimensions, weight, securement needs, and route requirements.

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Flatbed Service Areas

Serving Houston shippers with flatbed capacity across major North American industrial and cross-border lanes.

U.S., México & Canada

Service Area

65M+ Miles

Annual Miles

65,000+ Carriers

Carrier Network

Need Flatbed Capacity In Your Area?

Tell us where your freight moves and timing requirements.

Ranked & Trusted

Awards and Recognition

ACT Transport 50 ranking badge

ACT Transport 50

Recognized North America specialized transport leader.

IC Cranes specialized transport ranking badge

IC Cranes Top 5

Global recognition in cranes and specialized transport.

TT Top 100 flatbed heavy ranking badge

TT Top 100

Ranked for flatbed and heavy-haul expertise.

Request Flatbed Capacity Today

Share your lane, dimensions, weight, timing, and special handling needs. Our team will review capacity, equipment, permits, and routing requirements, then respond with a practical flatbed transportation solution.

Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 (479) 264-6501. You can also send us a quick email at quotes@ljtsi.com.