David A Nice Builders INC
Williamsburg, VA
Profile data updated Jul 8, 2024 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Healthy
FMCSA data ↓
13
Power Units
14
Drivers
FMCSA since 1992 (34 yrs)
Authority Age
S
Safety Rating
Company Overview
DAVID A NICE BUILDERS INC is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since May 1992. Based in Williamsburg, VA, they operate a fleet of 13 power units with 12 CDL drivers. They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (beyond 100 miles) and interstate (within 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Flatbed, Step Deck / RGN, Tanker, Dump Truck and Box Truck.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, David A Nice Builders INC operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trucks | 11 | 0 | 0 | 11 |
| Tractors | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Trailers | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Fleet Size Classification: 26-50 Trucks
Authorized Cargo Types
David A Nice Builders INC is authorized to transport the following 4 cargo types:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 12
MCS-150 Mileage: 57,000 miles (2023)
Driver Information
14
Total Drivers
12
CDL Drivers
14
Interstate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by DAVID A NICE BUILDERS INC
5 trucks and 1 trailer identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: Apr 15, 2026.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: Chevrolet, Mack, Big Tex. Equipment breakdown: 5 STRAIGHT TRUCK, 1 SEMI-TRAILER. Out-of-service rate is 33.3% — more than 1 in 4 inspections finds park-it issues. Fleet data is from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling). Trucks that haven't been inspected recently may not appear.
Equipment mix (2 vehicle types)
| Vehicle type | Count | Share |
|---|---|---|
| STRAIGHT TRUCK | 5 | 83% |
| SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | 17% |
Trailers (1 on record)
Trailers recorded pulling under this carrier's DOT number in FMCSA roadside inspections. Individual trailer plates and VINs are listed in the plate and vehicle sections above.
| Semi-trailer | 1 |
| Big Tex | 1 |
Vehicle makes (4 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet | 2 | 33% |
| Mack | 2 | 33% |
| Big Tex | 1 | 17% |
| Kenworth | 1 | 17% |
License plates on file (6 shown)
| Plate | State | Vehicle | Inspections | Last seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 318290TM | VA | Big Tex SEMI-TRAILER | 2 | Apr 2026 |
| TX301044 | VA | Chevrolet STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Apr 2026 |
| UB34612 | VA | Chevrolet STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Jan 2026 |
| 35100UA | VA | Mack STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Jun 2025 |
| 38994TB | VA | Mack STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Jun 2025 |
| 281526 | VA | Kenworth STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Nov 2024 |
Recent active vehicles (6 shown)
Fleet data is aggregated from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling window). Vehicles inspected under this carrier's DOT number are listed. A VIN can appear under multiple carriers over its lifetime if leased, sold, or operated by different fleets at different times. Recall status is VIN-specific — use the NHTSA recall lookup linked on each vehicle above to see whether a given VIN has open (unremedied) recalls, or verify with the OEM dealer.
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Safety Performance
Below Average
Above average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
5
Inspections
24 months
4
Violations
Total found
2
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✗ Worse than national average (+32.5%)
✓ Better than national average (-21.7%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/15/2026 | VA | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 01/29/2026 | VA | Driver Only | 2 | 1 |
| 06/04/2025 | VA | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 06/04/2025 | VA | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 11/07/2024 | NC | Driver Only | 2 | 1 |
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does DAVID A NICE BUILDERS INC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, DAVID A NICE BUILDERS INC is inferred to operate: Flatbed, Step Deck / RGN, Tanker, Dump Truck and Box Truck.
Is DAVID A NICE BUILDERS INC's authority currently active?
DAVID A NICE BUILDERS INC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has DAVID A NICE BUILDERS INC been in business?
DAVID A NICE BUILDERS INC has been registered with the FMCSA since May 1992, making their authority approximately 34 years, 2 months old.
Where is DAVID A NICE BUILDERS INC located?
DAVID A NICE BUILDERS INC is physically located at 4571 WARE CREEK RD, WILLIAMSBURG, VA 23188-1125.
Roadside Inspection History 5 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
DAVID A NICE BUILDERS INC has been inspected 5 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in VA, NC. Out of these, 2 inspections (about 40%) resulted in an out-of-service order — meaning the truck or driver was held until a violation was fixed. The national average vehicle out-of-service rate is roughly 21%. The most frequently cited violation is 390.21TB2-DOT — 1 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-15 | VA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-01-29 | VA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 2 | OOS · 1 |
| 2025-06-04 | VA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2025-06-04 | VA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2024-11-07 | NC | Level 3 · Driver-only | 2 | OOS · 1 |
Most-Cited Violations
Top 4 violation types across this carrier's roadside inspections. Cards in red triggered an out-of-service order — the most serious outcome.
Roadside Violation Profile
Across FMCSA roadside inspections (rolling 24 months), DAVID A NICE BUILDERS INC was cited for 3 violations, of which 2 (67%) placed a driver or vehicle out of service.
| BASIC category | Violations | Out-of-service |
|---|---|---|
| Driver Fitness | 1 | 1 |
| Hours-of-Service Compliance | 1 | 1 |
| Unsafe Driving | 1 | 0 |
Source: FMCSA roadside-inspection violation records (rolling 24-month summary). Counts reflect citations across all inspections under this carrier's DOT number; see Inspection History for individual inspection events. Violation severity and CSA percentile scores are shown in the Safety & Compliance section.
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