Load Shift Correction: On-Site, Any Time
A shifted load stops your truck and keeps it stopped until it's fixed. Call us to correct shifted and unbalanced cargo on-scene across Central Kansas.
Cargo Load Shift Recovery and Correction
Load shift correction is the process of rebalancing and re-securing cargo that has shifted inside a trailer during transit. A load shift — whether gradual or sudden — can make a vehicle unsafe to continue operating and will put you out of DOT compliance. Until the load is corrected, the truck doesn't move.
How We Handle a Load Shift
Call with Your Location
Tell us where you are, what you're hauling, and what happened. If DOT pulled you over, let us know — that affects the urgency. From there, we'll dispatch and give you an ETA.
We Assess the Situation
Our tech arrives and evaluates the load. After that, we give you an honest assessment of what the job requires before we start.
Cargo Corrected and Re-Secured
We reposition and re-secure the cargo using proper blocking, bracing, and tie-down methods. For loads that can't be fixed in place, we'll discuss further options.
Back to Compliance
Once the load is corrected, we confirm that the truck is road-ready and that you're back in compliance. Documentation is available if needed for inspection records.
Why Auto House?
Reliability
When your truck is down, you don't need excuses. You need someone who answers the phone and shows up. That's what we provide on every call.
One Call. Complete Solution.
Towing, recovery, roadside, repair; we handle the whole situation. No handoffs, no ringing up separate vendors while your problem sits around.
Trust & Transparency
We tell you what's happening and what it'll take to fix it. No surprises on the invoice.
Built for the Hard Jobs
Most tow companies can't handle the biggest recovery jobs. We run the largest operation in the area with the equipment and experience to take on recoveries that others turn down.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common Questions About Load Shift Correction
What is load shift correction?
It's the process of rebalancing cargo that has shifted inside a trailer during transit, then re-securing it correctly so the truck is safe and compliant to operate. This is done on-scene — we come to your location.
What causes a load to shift during transit?
Improper initial loading, inadequate blocking or bracing, a sudden stop, evasive maneuver, or road conditions that stressed the load. Sometimes cargo that seems secure moves when it encounters the realities of road transport.
How do you safely correct a shifted load on-scene?
We assess the cargo's current position and the trailer's condition, then determine the correct approach — reposition in place, partial offload and reload, or full offload if necessary. We use proper blocking, bracing, and tie-down equipment to re-secure the load before the truck moves.
Will you help me get back to DOT compliance after a load shift?
Yes. That's the goal of the service. Once we've corrected and re-secured the load, the truck should comply. If a DOT inspection found the issue, we can provide documentation of the correction for your records.
Can you re-secure or transfer cargo that can't be fixed in place?
Yes. If the cargo can't be safely corrected in its current position — because of the terrain, the nature of the shift, or the cargo type — we can arrange a partial or full offload and retransfer to a suitable location or different transport.
How quickly can you respond, and are you available 24/7?
We run a 24/7 dispatch — call (620) 654-3210 at any hour. Response time depends on your location. For calls in our Central Kansas service area, we're typically moving within minutes of the call.
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We’re here for any questions you might have! Fill out the form below, and we'll get back to you as soon as we can. Or, if it can’t wait, call us directly at (620) 654-3210.
