Hot-Shot Delivery Services Calgary
A-1 Towing Inc. has made thousands of deliveries, from local deliveries around Calgary to the farthest reaches of Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba.
We currently service industries such as construction, oil and gas, mining, and automotive. If it fits in or on our trucks, we can deliver it!
A-1 Towing Inc. staff are professionally minded people who take pride in making your delivery experience simple and stress-free. To say our driving team is experienced would be an understatement. Safety and proper training are very important to us. All of our drivers have current First Aid, H2S Alive, WHMIS, and TDG courses. They are also trained in Hours of Service, Load Securement, and Pre-Trip Vehicle Inspections.
Frequently Asked Questions
Hot-shot delivery refers to expedited freight service for smaller, time-critical loads: we bring our equipment directly, pick up your load, and deliver it without any on-the-way stops or re-routing.
Typical loads are small to medium freight: pallets, equipment, machine parts, construction materials, crates, and crates with industrial goods – basically anything time-sensitive but not a full 53-ft semi load.
Hot-shot deliveries typically require a light- to medium-duty truck (such as a one-ton or next truck) with a trailer (flatbed, gooseneck, or other non-articulating type). This makes them easier to manage and better suited to lighter loads.
Unlike standard freight (full-truckload or less-than-truckload), hot-shot shipments receive a dedicated vehicle and driver, travel straight from origin to destination, bypassing hub transfers and delays, resulting in faster, often more reliable service for time-definite loads.
If you have time-sensitive freight (emergency parts, equipment, etc.), small shipments that don’t require a full trailer, or deliveries to places where full-size rigs can’t readily reach.
Hot-shot services are built for speed and versatility — many providers can send a compatible truck within hours, typically resulting in same-day or next-day delivery, depending on the distance and load.
Yes — although many hot-shot jobs are regional or local, hot-shot trucking can allow longer hauls if necessary, depending on the load size, delivery time frame, and regulatory requirements.
With hot-shot delivery, your package is picked up and driven straight to its destination, with no switching trucks or handling at various facilities. This reduces the risk of damage and is more reliable.
Select industries such as construction, manufacturing, oil & gas, agriculture and retail require hot-shot for urgent freight — particularly when replacement parts, machinery or critical supplies are needed immediately.
Yes — though hot-shot operators use smaller rigs, there are practical limits to what can be hauled. Loads should be sized to match the truck/trailer capacity and comply with local transport laws.
Pricing is idiosyncratic and includes load size/weight, distance, delivery urgency, the type of vehicle you need, and special handling (e.g., odd-sized freight or tight access). Since hot-shot is a direct service, the rates are higher per mile than for regular freight.
Yes – many hot-shot providers will track your shipment and provide regular updates, so you know where it is, when it will arrive, and if there are any delays. Hotshot service transparency is one of the best reasons to choose this specialized service.
Yes — hot-shot delivery is perfect for emergency services, like off hours, weekends, and holidays — basically anytime an urgent pace is required.
Yes — huge, heavy, oversized, or unsafe loads may be beyond what a hot-shot rig can legally and adequately handle. That cargo may need to be hauled or otherwise transported by heavy-duty vehicles instead.
Experienced hot-shot haulers are usually insured for both liability and cargo to guard against any damage or loss. Always check this when booking — especially for things that are precious or sensitive.
Be prepared to provide: load details (type, size, weight), pickup location, destination, delivery timeframe (urgent, same day, next day), and anything else you feel is pertinent, such as special needs or requirements & equipment or loaders.
Yes – for the same reason hot-shots use their own trucks/trailers and limit handling, it’s an acceptable option for delicate equipment, machinery, and sensitive cargo. Correct handling and stowage should be agreed at the time of booking.
A legit hot-shot service keeps track of the load, monitors progress, and notifies the customer of any delays. Flexibility and transparency can help reduce consequences; re-routing or a schedule change might be put in place.
You reach out to the provider (by phone or via an online form) and provide your load and route details, along with a quote request. When both sides agree on a price, the carrier sends out a driver with his truck — often quickly, especially for rush jobs.
- Faster transit, typically same-day or overnight for regional loads.
- One-hop contact without intermediary freight.
- Flexibility — on demand, 24/7, even for last-minute or emergency shipments.
- Cheaper than renting a full semi-truck for smaller loads.