Heavy Equipment Hauling in Columbia, SC

A Mobile Storage moves excavators, dozers, backhoes, cranes, and industrial machinery for contractors across Columbia, Richland County, and Lexington County. Our hauling yard in Sumter is about 45 miles east of downtown Columbia on US-378, so we mobilize fast for Midlands jobs. We handle SCDOT oversize permits, escorts, and route planning around the I-20/I-26/I-126 work zones. 35+ years of lowboy and flatbed experience.

Close to Columbia

Our yard at 1021 N. Main St in Sumter sits about 45 miles east of downtown Columbia on US-378, close enough for fast mobilization across the Midlands.

Licensed & Insured

Fully DOT compliant, licensed for heavy haul, and comprehensively insured for every move in and out of Columbia.

Southeast Coverage

From Columbia job sites to anywhere in SC, NC, VA, TN, and GA. I-20, I-26, and I-77 all meet here.

Hauling Around Columbia’s Interstate Rebuild

Columbia is where I-20, I-26, and I-77 meet, which makes it one of the busiest equipment corridors in the state. It is also in the middle of SCDOT’s Carolina Crossroads project, a multi-year rebuild of the I-20/I-26/I-126 interchanges known locally as Malfunction Junction, covering about 14 miles of interstate in Lexington and Richland counties.

I-20 widening and Saluda River bridge replacement (Phase 3C) is under construction, with lane shifts between Bush River Road and US-378.
The I-26/I-126 interchange and its Saluda River and CSX bridges are next in line for reconstruction (Phase 3D).
Narrowed lanes and work-zone shifts matter most for loads over 12 feet wide or 13’6″ tall.

Before every Columbia move, we check current work zones and choose the route, whether that means I-77, US-378, US-21, US-1, or the interstate itself. Construction phases and lane closures change often; we confirm conditions with SCDOT before each haul.

Serving Columbia, SC

Equipment Hauling Services in Columbia

We handle a wide range of heavy equipment moves across the Columbia area — every haul is assessed and quoted individually.

Lowboy Hauling

Primary service for oversized and heavy construction equipment that can't be transported on a standard flatbed. Available for Columbia-area pickups and deliveries throughout the Southeast.

Flatbed Hauling

Versatile flatbed transport for construction materials, machinery, and equipment from Columbia job sites and equipment yards throughout the Southeast.

Backhoe & Excavator Moves

Specialized transport for tracked equipment and backhoes from Richland and Lexington County job sites — properly secured and delivered on time.

Specialized & Custom Hauls

Unusual loads, oversize permits, and multi-axle transport in and out of Columbia. We've handled it before — call us with your equipment and route.

Not sure which size you need? Our team will help you choose the most cost-effective option based on your materials and timeline.

South Carolina Oversize Rules We Handle for You

A lot of equipment heading to Columbia job sites is over legal size once it is on a lowboy. Here is what SCDOT requires, and what we take care of:

Permit needed: loads wider than 8’6″ or taller than 13’6″. Route-specific permits allow non-divisible loads up to 16 ft wide, 125 ft long, and 130,000 lbs gross.
Rush-hour limits near large urban areas like Columbia: loads over 12 to 15 ft wide may not move 7 to 9 AM, or 3 to 6 PM on school days (4:30 to 6 PM on other days).
Escorts: one front escort on two-lane roads for loads over 12 to 14 ft wide; front and rear escorts over 14 ft; civilian plus police escorts over 16 ft.
Heavy loads: anything over 130,000 lbs needs additional SCDOT routing analysis, which can take 3 to 5 business days. Plan ahead.
No travel on New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, or Christmas.

Summarized from SCDOT’s oversize/overweight movement guidelines. Rules change; we confirm requirements with SCDOT for every permitted move.

Where We Haul Around Columbia

Blythewood & the I-77 corridor: site work and plant construction in northeast Richland County, including the area around Scout Motors’ 1,600-acre production campus and supplier park.
Northeast Columbia & Fort Jackson: commercial, residential, and military-adjacent projects off I-77 and I-20.
Lexington, West Columbia & Cayce: industrial and distribution sites along I-26, US-1, and US-378.
Irmo, Chapin & Lake Murray: residential development and lot clearing off I-26 northwest of the city.
Downtown Columbia & USC: tight urban sites where trailer choice, timing, and placement matter most.
Forest Acres, Arcadia Lakes & Dentsville: infill and redevelopment projects inside the beltway.

Moving equipment between Columbia and Sumter, Florence, Charleston, or out of state? We run those routes regularly. Request a quote or call (803) 773-5439.

Simple Process

How Equipment Hauling Works in Columbia

Call for A Quote

Tell us what you need moved, where it is in the Columbia area, and where it’s going.

We Plan The Move

We assess the equipment, best trailer type, route, and any permits needed for your Columbia route.

We Pick Up

Our driver arrives at your Columbia site, properly rigs and secures your equipment, and loads safely.

Delivered on Time

Your equipment arrives at the destination on time, properly unloaded, and ready to work.

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Heavy Equipment Hauling FAQ — Columbia, SC

Do you haul heavy equipment in Columbia, SC?

Yes. A Mobile Storage provides licensed and insured lowboy and flatbed hauling for contractors in Columbia and throughout Richland and Lexington counties, including Blythewood, Irmo, Lexington, West Columbia, and Cayce. Our yard in Sumter is about 45 miles from downtown Columbia, so we can mobilize quickly for Midlands jobs.

Do I need an oversize permit to move equipment in Columbia?

If your loaded trailer will be wider than 8 feet 6 inches or taller than 13 feet 6 inches, South Carolina requires an oversize/overweight permit from SCDOT. Many excavators and dozers on a lowboy cross that line. We determine whether your move needs a permit and handle the application as part of the haul.

Can wide loads travel during rush hour in Columbia?

Not always. Under SCDOT movement guidelines, loads over 12 feet up to 15 feet wide may not travel near large urban areas from 7 to 9 AM, or from 3 to 6 PM on school days (4:30 to 6 PM on other days). Loads over 15 feet wide are limited to midday windows. We schedule Columbia moves around those windows.

How does the Malfunction Junction construction affect equipment hauling?

SCDOT's Carolina Crossroads project is rebuilding the I-20, I-26, and I-126 interchanges and about 14 miles of interstate northwest of Columbia, with work continuing for several years. Work zones bring lane shifts and narrower lanes that matter for wide and tall loads, so we check current conditions and plan the route before every move.

Do you serve contractors in Blythewood and along I-77?

Yes. We haul equipment to and from job sites in Blythewood and along the I-77 corridor in northeast Richland County, including the area around Scout Motors' production campus, as well as Fort Jackson-area and Northeast Columbia projects.

How do I get a quote for a Columbia equipment haul?

Call (803) 773-5439 or use the quote form on this page. Tell us the equipment make and model, approximate weight and dimensions, the pickup and delivery addresses, and your timeline. Every haul is quoted individually, with no obligation.

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