Southern Quality Services
Gainesville, GA
Profile data updated May 14, 2026 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Limited History
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2
Power Units
1
Drivers
Est. 2004 (22 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
SOUTHERN QUALITY SERVICES is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since May 2004. Based in GAINESVILLE, GA, They are classified as Both Interstate & Intrastate and operate intrastate (within 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specialization is Box Truck.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Southern Quality Services operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trucks | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Trailers | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Fleet Size Classification: 2 Trucks
Authorized Cargo Types
Southern Quality Services is authorized to transport the following 1 cargo type:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 1
MCS-150 Mileage: 21,000 miles (2025)
Driver Information
1
Total Drivers
1
CDL Drivers
1
Intrastate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by SOUTHERN QUALITY SERVICES
1 truck identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: Mar 12, 2026.
What this fleet looks like
This fleet runs primarily Custom Sco equipment. Critical out-of-service rate. More than 1 in 4 inspections is finding park-it issues. FMCSA intervention is likely. Fleet data is from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling). Trucks that haven't been inspected recently may not appear.
Equipment mix (1 vehicle type)
| Vehicle type | Count | Share |
|---|---|---|
| STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | 100% |
Vehicle makes (1 brand on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Custom Sco | 1 | 100% |
License plates on file (1 shown)
| Plate | State | Vehicle | Inspections | Last seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PG3176 | GA | CUSTOM SCO STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Mar 2026 |
Recent active vehicles (1 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. For VIN-specific recall service status, verify directly with the OEM dealer or NHTSA.gov/recalls.
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Safety Performance
Below Average
Above average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
1
Inspections
24 months
1
Violations
Total found
1
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✗ Worse than national average (+92.5%)
✓ Better than national average (-21.7%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/12/2026 | GA | Driver Only | 1 | 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 SOUTHERN QUALITY SERVICES operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, SOUTHERN QUALITY SERVICES is inferred to operate: Box Truck.
Is SOUTHERN QUALITY SERVICES's authority currently active?
SOUTHERN QUALITY SERVICES currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has SOUTHERN QUALITY SERVICES been in business?
SOUTHERN QUALITY SERVICES has been registered with the FMCSA since May 2004, making their authority approximately 22 years, 2 months old.
Where is SOUTHERN QUALITY SERVICES located?
SOUTHERN QUALITY SERVICES is physically located at 1436 DOROTHY DR, GAINESVILLE, GA 30501.
How can a Box Truck carrier in GA get more loads?
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How does a fleet like SOUTHERN QUALITY SERVICES find qualified CDL drivers to hire in GA?
Most fleets in GA source drivers through a combination of: (1) ATS-listed job posting boards (Indeed, ZipRecruiter, CDLLife), (2) driver recruiting agencies that pre-screen candidates, (3) state-specific CDL school relationships, and (4) referral bonuses from current drivers. Average hire-cost in 2026 is $8,234–$20,729 per driver when factoring in recruiting spend, onboarding, and turnover. Read O Trucking's driver hiring guide for GA for benchmarks, average wages, and FMCSA hiring compliance requirements.
How do I verify a freight broker before hauling for them?
Before booking a load with any broker, verify: (1) active MC broker authority on FMCSA SAFER, (2) active BMC-84 surety bond or BMC-85 trust fund on FMCSA L&I, (3) double-brokering history via broker-credit reports, (4) days-to-pay reputation through carrier forums. O Trucking maintains an FMCSA-licensed broker directory with GA-based brokers — see our broker directory for GA.
Roadside Inspection History 1 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
SOUTHERN QUALITY SERVICES has been inspected 1 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in GA. Out of these, 1 inspections (about 100%) 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 391.41APC — 1 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-12 | GA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | OOS · 1 |
Most-Cited Violations
Top 1 violation types across this carrier's roadside inspections. Cards in red triggered an out-of-service order — the most serious outcome.
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