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ALBERT'S

Palm Beach · Broward · South Florida

DOT Inspections Near Me in Palm Beach & South Florida

Annual FMCSA inspections at your yard — no shop trips, no waiting in line. We inspect, find deficiencies, fix them on the spot, and apply the decal. One visit. Done.

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5–10

Units Per Day

At your yard

4.9★

Google Rating

127+ reviews

Fix &

Pass Same Visit

Inspector + mechanic

49 CFR

Part 396 Compliant

Official decal issued

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Mobile DOT Inspections

Inspect. Fix. Pass. All at Your Yard.

We Come to Your Yard

No driving trucks to a shop. We inspect at your fleet location — minimal disruption, zero lost run time.

Fix & Pass in One Visit

We're the inspector and the mechanic. Find a deficiency — fix it on the spot. Decal applied same visit.

Full FMCSA Compliance

49 CFR Part 396 — every required inspection point checked and documented. Official decal, complete report, 14-month file copy.

Fleet Scheduling

We stagger inspections across your fleet so you're never scrambling. 5–10 units per day at your yard.

Top OOS Violations

Most Common Reasons Trucks Get Put Out of Service

We find and fix all of these on-site during the inspection — no separate repair appointment needed.

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Out-of-Adj. Brakes

#1 OOS

#1 OOS violation — pushrod stroke over FMCSA limit

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Lighting Violations

Marker lights, brake lights, turn signals — easy to get, easy to fix

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Tire Violations

Tread below minimums, exposed cords, sidewall damage

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Air System Leaks

Audible leaks, slow build-up, governor issues

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Steering Defects

Excessive free play, worn tie rods, loose drag link

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Frame Cracks

Cracked rails, broken crossmembers — welding on-site

What We Inspect

Full 49 CFR Part 396 Inspection

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Brake Systems — Pushrod stroke measurement, shoe/pad condition, drums, chambers, ABS, slack adjusters
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Tires & Wheels — Tread depth (4/32" steer, 2/32" other), sidewall condition, lug torque, rim damage
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Lighting — Headlights, marker lights, brake lights, turn signals, clearance lights, reflectors
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Steering — Steering wheel free play, tie rod ends, drag link, king pin play, power steering
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Suspension — Spring leaves, hangers, u-bolts, shock absorbers, air bags, torque rods
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Air System — System pressure, build-up rate, governor cut-out, air dryer, leak-down test
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Coupling Devices — Fifth wheel locking mechanism, kingpin wear, trailer connector, safety chains
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Frame & Body — Frame rails, crossmembers, mounting brackets, cab mounts, body integrity
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Exhaust System — Manifold leaks, DPF piping, exhaust routing, no cabin entry violations
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Fuel System — Tank mounting, fuel lines, cap security, no leaks or loose connections
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Emergency Equip. — Fire extinguisher, warning triangles/flares, spare fuses, first aid
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Windshield & Wipers — Glass condition, wiper operation, defroster, required visibility area
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Protect Your CSA Score

Out-of-service violations at roadside inspections hit your BASIC scores in FMCSA's Safety Measurement System — affecting insurance rates, shipper relationships, and audit risk. Yard inspections don't get reported to CSA. Catching violations before a roadside inspector finds them is the only way to keep your score clean.

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How It Works

From Call to Decal — All at Your Location

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Schedule the Inspection

Call 561-475-8052 to set up a time that works — early mornings, evenings, weekends. We work around your operation, not the other way around.

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We Come to Your Yard

Our inspector arrives at your fleet location fully equipped. You don't pull trucks off routes — we work around your schedule.

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Systematic Inspection

Every FMCSA-required point is checked methodically. Nothing gets skipped. We inspect with the same scrutiny a roadside officer would use.

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Immediate Deficiency Report

Issues are categorized on the spot: Critical (fix before operating), Important (fix soon), Advisory (monitor). No surprises, no vague answers.

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Fix It Right There

Most common violations — brake adjustments, lighting, air leaks — are repaired during the same visit. One trip, one bill, truck passes and gets its decal.

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Decal & Documentation

Official decal applied, inspection report completed. You get copies for your required 14-month file. Fleet records updated.

Annual inspection due? Don't wait until you get flagged.

Schedule now — we work around your operation and can inspect your fleet at your yard on your schedule.

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All Commercial Vehicles

We Inspect Every Class & Type

Class 8 Tractors

All makes — Freightliner, Kenworth, Peterbilt, Volvo, International, Mack, Western Star

Medium-Duty Trucks

Class 3–7 — Hino, Isuzu, Ford, Freightliner M2, International MV

Dry Van Trailers

All makes — annual inspection + coupling device check

Reefer Trailers

Refrigerated units — all systems including reefer electrical

Flatbed & Lowboy

All configurations — lighting, tie-down, frame, coupling

Tanker Trailers

All commodity types — full FMCSA inspection scope

Dump Trucks

Class 7–8 dumps, tri-axles, vocational equipment

Intermodal Chassis

Container chassis, dollies, converter gear

Real Reviews

What Fleet Operators Say

"Albert's comes out to our yard every year and knocks out all our DOT inspections in two days. They find the issues, fix them on the spot, and we've had zero out-of-service violations at roadside inspections since we started using them. That alone saves us thousands in fines and lost time."

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Paul D.

Fleet Owner, 12 Trucks — West Palm Beach

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"Had a roadside inspection coming up and wanted a pre-check. Albert's found two out-of-adjustment brakes and a marker light I didn't know about. Fixed both right there. Passed the real inspection with zero violations. Worth every dollar for that peace of mind."

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Greg T.

Owner-Operator, Peterbilt 579

Google ★

"We run reefer trailers and they're brutal on DOT compliance — lighting, brakes, coupling devices all take a beating. Albert's does our annual inspections at our Boca yard. They're thorough, they document everything, and our CSA scores have stayed clean. Best decision we made for compliance."

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Nina B.

Operations Manager, Refrigerated Carrier

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Frequently Asked Questions

How often do I need a DOT inspection?
Federal regulations (49 CFR Part 396) require an annual inspection at least once every 12 months for every commercial motor vehicle in interstate commerce. Some states require more frequent inspections. We recommend combining annual DOT inspections with your regular preventive maintenance schedule to catch issues before they become violations.
Can you inspect my entire fleet in one visit?
Yes. We can typically inspect 5–10 units in a full day at your yard. For larger fleets, we schedule multiple visits across several days. Call 561-475-8052 to plan a fleet inspection schedule that works for your operation without disrupting your revenue runs.
What happens if my truck fails the inspection?
We fix it on the spot in most cases. Common failures — brake adjustments, lighting, air leaks, tire issues — are repaired during the same visit. We carry parts on the truck. For more significant issues, we'll give you a clear repair plan and timeline and can schedule a follow-up visit.
How does a failed roadside inspection affect my CSA score?
Out-of-service violations at roadside inspections negatively impact your BASIC scores in FMCSA's Safety Measurement System, which can trigger audits, affect your insurance rates, and hurt shipper relationships. Annual yard inspections don't get reported to CSA — they're proactive compliance. That's why catching and fixing problems before a roadside inspector finds them matters so much.
Do you provide the official inspection sticker and paperwork?
Yes. After a passing inspection, we apply the official FMCSA annual inspection decal and provide the completed inspection report form. You're required to keep the report on file for 14 months — we handle all the documentation.
Can you do a pre-inspection check before a roadside inspection?
Absolutely. We offer Level I preparation inspections — we simulate a full roadside inspection and identify every defect before the real inspector shows up. This is one of the best ways to keep your CSA score clean and avoid out-of-service orders. Call 561-475-8052 to schedule one.
Do you inspect trailers as well as trucks?
Yes. We inspect all commercial vehicles — Class 3–8 trucks, all trailer types (dry vans, reefers, flatbeds, lowboys, tankers, dumps, chassis), buses, and intermodal chassis. Trailers require the same annual inspection as power units and are just as likely to generate violations at roadside inspections.
What is the most common reason trucks fail DOT inspections?
Out-of-adjustment brakes — by a wide margin. Pushrod stroke exceeding the FMCSA adjustment limit is the #1 out-of-service violation in the country. Lighting violations are a close second. Both are easy to prevent with regular maintenance and easy to fix on-site during the inspection.

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