Trucking Service That's Guaranteed!

JA Frate was founded in 1971 out of a need for a dependable local carrier. Doug Jennings, founder of Jennings Air Frate, was frustrated with the trucking companies at the time because they were not able to get his shipments to the airport on the same day. Out of his frustration Doug began making his own drops for the company he worked for with his Saab station wagon. Doug thought, "There must be other companies that can't get their freight to the airport quickly."Soon, Doug was serving local companies that also needed transportation services. In 1971 Doug officially launched JA Frate and went into business, starting with only one truck. Doug's "Just Ask" service philosophy has made a strong impression on customers and fueled JA Frate's growth. "Just Ask" has also helped JA Frate sustain their customer base and increase the scope of business of business services. What began as guaranteed regional deliveries, expanded to warehousing, container drayage services, and most recently nationwide 3rd party logistics. Each and every one of JA Frate's employees are responsible for the respectable name it has earned today. Serving over 2000 points within a 150 mile radius of Crystal Lake, JA Frate feels strongly about addressing customer service issues and frequently upgrading their technology.

PEOPLE

Everyone at JA Frate deliver 100% everyday to assure on-time, damage-free delivery at a fair price. Our commitment to total customer satisfaction starts with the sound of a friendly voice answering the phone. Our entire staff is trained and equipped with the latest technology to handle your ever changing needs. Our highly skilled drivers deliver your product with pride, not only on your first shipment, but every shipment - rest assured you are making the right choice with JA Frate!

QUALITY

The Quality Team at JA Frate consists of each and every employee. Customer focused initiatives, process improvements, documented procedures and above all teamwork drive our team to resolve service issues quickly and decisively to the customer's satisfaction. Although we cannot guarantee perfection....we can guarantee we care enough to resolve service issues to your satisfaction of the shipment is free! Click here for more information on our service guarantee.

SAFETY

Our safe and well-maintained fleet is your reliable partner in business. JA Frate's full line of equipment is company-owned and maintained in-house by DOT qualified technicians. We take pride in our DOT safety record and invite you to compare our SAFESTAT rating against any competitor. A comprehensive preventative maintenance schedule and daily inspections assures the JA Frate fleet is ready and waiting to pick-up and deliver your freight on time.

Our teams mission is to consistently go beyond customer expectations by providing the highest quality transportation services, through a dedication to excellence, safety, and industry knowledge.