Fifth Generation Family Owned and Operated Trucking Company Specializing in Hazardous and Non‐Hazardous Material Transportation within a 100‐Mile Radius of the Chicagoland Area

Standard Carrier Alpha Code (SCAC) CODE BANM trucking industry standard reference.

Our Commitment

Since 1904, we have sustained a strong commitment to our customers. Providing outstanding customer service has enabled us to build long‐lasting relationships with our customers. We take great pride in continually providing:

certified hazardous materials transportation expertise
simplified structured pricing
outstanding customer service
Truck Loads (TL) and Less than Truck Loads (LTL) shipments
same day expedited pickup available (requests made by 9:00 AM guarantee same day service)
99% next day on‐time delivery track record
10 to 15 trucks (power units)... with fifty (50) trailers

Our Mission

Our mission has not changed since 1904 and can be summed up in one word – RESPECT. It is RESPECT for the feelings, wishes, rights and traditions of others whether they be our customers, our employees, our families or our vendors as well as respect for:

our customers and their demands
the importance of safety
the morale of our employees
the task at hand and minimize unnecessary interruptions
on‐time deliveries
sales department efforts
the importance of flexibility

The Barr & Miles Difference

Exceptional Customer Service:

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Freezable Handling Services:

We accept freezable materials 5 days a week
Heat room on premise. Heated trucks available.

No Extra Charges for:

Lift Gate services for shippers or consignees without docks.
Cold sensitive products including chemicals and related products.
Advantage notification or appointments.

Satisfactory DOT Rating:

Click here for Safety and Fitness Electronic Records System (SAFER)
Click here for our Hazardous Materials Certificate of Registration