Homer Express LLC

Interstate
Top Carrier
(11 reviews) 4.9 out of 5
Warrenton, MO 63383
USDOT
2456259
Docket
MC848262

Carrier Ratings

Cleanliness
9.7
Communication
9.2
Timeliness
9.8

Positive Flags

On Time Pickup
7
On Time Delivery
7
Consistent Tracking
5
Strong Driver Communication
5
Strong Dispatcher Communication
4
Friendly
4
Easy to Work With
4
Easy to Onboard
3
Good Delivery Condition
3
Knowledgeable
3
Clean Equipment
2

Overview

We have an awesome Dispatch and Accounting team. We work very closely with our drivers and any brokers we work with. We put a lot of emphasis on strong communication with everyone and have someone available 24/7.

We run all 48 states - focus mainly on the midwestern states. We will work with you to provide a good fair rate to all. We are all in this business together and like to run our business in that manner. Strong ethics and honesty.

We look forward to working with you.

Fleet Details

Type Tractors Trailers Trucks
Owned 2 0 0
Leased 25 32 0

Freight

  • General Freight
  • Metal: Sheets, Coils, Rolls
  • Building Materials
  • Fresh Produce
  • Meat
  • Garbage, Refuse, Trash
  • U.S. Mail
  • Commodities Dry Bulk
  • Refrigerated Food
  • Beverages
  • Paper Products
  • Utility
  • Farm Supplies
  • Construction

Truck Types

  • Dry Van
  • Reefer

Shipment Types

  • Full Truckload
  • Parcel
MCS-150 Mileage
2,668,705 (2022)
Electronic Tracking
55% of reviewers say the carrier uses electronic tracking

Lanes

This information was provided by Homer Express LLC

Primary Operating Area Headquarters Terminal

Compliance

Authorizations

FMCSA authority status
Common Active — 12/20/2013 (10 years, 3 months)
Contract Active — 12/20/2013 (10 years, 3 months)
Carrier operation
Interstate
Cargo authorization
Property

Safety Violations

Type Total Severe Out of Service Measure Percentile
Vehicle Maintenance 54 11 16 6.96 58.8%
Unsafe Driving 14 5 0 3.28 43.7%
Hours of Service Compliance 7 4 1 0.39 20.5%
Driver Fitness 0 0 0 0 0%
Controlled Substances 0 0 0 0 0%

Accident Report

Type Last 6 Months 6-12 Months ago 12-24 Months ago Total
Fatalities 0 0 0 0
Injuries 1 1 0 2
Tow-away 2 1 2 5
Crash Reports 2 1 2 5

Inspections

Type Inspections OOS Inspections OOS Percentage National Average
Driver 78 1 1.28% 6.67%
Vehicle 37 13 35.14% 22.26%

Insurance Coverage

Insurance type
BIPD (Primary)
Company name
Falls Lake National Insurance Company
Policy limit
$750,000
Policy number
NISTK0015590
Effective date
12/16/2023
Address
6131 Falls Of Neuse Rd, Suite 306, Raleigh, NC, US, 27609
Phone
+1-800-780-7454

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IN

Verified Broker from Indiana

August 04, 2023

“Full Truckload from Sikeston, MO to Clarksville, AR”

Timeliness
10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Communication
10/10

What went well?
  • On Time Pickup
  • On Time Delivery
  • Consistent Tracking
  • Strong Dispatcher Communication
  • Strong Driver Communication
  • Friendly
  • Easy to Work With
  • Easy to Onboard

Carrier did good on this and tracked the whole shipment. Driver and dispatch communicated well as needed. Overall good carrier. Driver was on time for all stops.


Lanes
Sikeston, MO to Clarksville, AR
Freight Details
General Freight
Tracking
Offers electronic tracking
Tracking functional
IN

Verified Broker from Indiana

June 05, 2023

“Easy to work with”

Timeliness
8/10
Cleanliness
8/10
Communication
8/10

What went well?
  • On Time Pickup
  • On Time Delivery

Good carrier, has a good on time average with us. Stays on tracking and good communication


Lanes
Rock Island, IL to Columbus Junction, IA
Memphis, TN to Hiawatha, KS
Queen City, TX to Shelbyville, IL
Freight Details
General Freight
Paper Products
Tracking
Offers electronic tracking
Tracking functional
IN

Verified Broker from Indiana

May 29, 2023

“Should be even more famous than Homer Simpson”

Timeliness
10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Communication
10/10

What went well?
  • On Time Pickup
  • On Time Delivery
  • Consistent Tracking
  • Strong Dispatcher Communication
  • Strong Driver Communication
  • Friendly
  • Easy to Work With
  • Easy to Onboard
  • Clean Equipment
  • Good Delivery Condition
  • Knowledgeable

I had a really nice time working with driver Leanne. She made sure I had nothing to worry about with an on time pickup and even an early delivery. Very well done. It makes my week so much better working with friendly drivers like Leanne


Lanes
Texarkana, AR to Shelbyville, IL
Freight Details
Paper Products
Tracking
Offers electronic tracking
Tracking functional
IN

Verified Broker from Indiana

May 26, 2023

“Full Truckload from Memphis, TN to Hiawatha, KS”

Timeliness
10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Communication
10/10

What went well?
  • On Time Pickup
  • On Time Delivery
  • Consistent Tracking
  • Strong Dispatcher Communication
  • Strong Driver Communication
  • Friendly
  • Easy to Work With
  • Easy to Onboard
  • Clean Equipment
  • Good Delivery Condition
  • Knowledgeable

Always prompt and on time for pick up and delivery. Great communication with the dispatcher at anytime of the day.


Lanes
Memphis, TN to Hiawatha, KS
Freight Details
General Freight
Tracking
Offers electronic tracking
Tracking functional
OR

Verified Broker from Oregon

May 26, 2023

“Solid”

Timeliness
10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Communication
10/10

What went well?
  • On Time Pickup
  • On Time Delivery
  • Consistent Tracking
  • Strong Dispatcher Communication
  • Strong Driver Communication
  • Friendly
  • Easy to Work With
  • Good Delivery Condition
  • Knowledgeable

Carrier hasn't worked with us in a few years but they always did a phenomenal job! No complaints from anyone. Carrier was on time, picked up at some difficult locations. Took loads in undesirable locations and was always gracious. Would highly recommend!


Lanes
Orange, TX to Lincoln, NE
Freight Details
General Freight
Tracking
Did not use electronic tracking