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Serving Tacoma, WA

ONE-STOP SHIPPING & CRATING PARTNER

Expert Crating, Packaging & Shipping Services

If you’re in Tacoma and need expert crating, packaging, or shipping services, Craters & Freighters is your trusted local partner. We proudly serve surrounding areas including Lakewood, University Place, Spanaway, Fife, Puyallup, and Gig Harbor. With decades of experience, we specialize in handling everything from delicate heirlooms to heavy industrial machinery. Our comprehensive solutions make us a one-stop shop for individuals and businesses alike.

Full-Service Crating, Packaging & Logistics

Custom Crating & Packaging

Every shipment starts with secure, custom-built crating and cushioning designed to protect your assets. Whether it’s fine art, electronics, antiques, or oversized equipment, our team evaluates the weight, dimensions, fragility, and shipping route to engineer the safest possible solution.

Domestic & International Shipping

We coordinate end-to-end logistics, including domestic and international shipping, through trusted carrier and customs partners—whether it’s via the Port of Tacoma, SEA-TAC, or other Northwest transit hubs. You choose the destination; we handle the rest.

White-Glove Delivery Services

For sensitive or high-value items, our white-glove shipping ensures they are handled with the utmost care—from pickup and packaging to delivery and placement at their final location.

Specialty Solutions

We provide specialty packaging and crating solutions designed to meet the unique demands of a wide range of industries. From oversized cargo and sensitive instruments to high-value assets, our experienced team ensures each item is expertly protected and transported with the highest level of care and precision.

Our capabilities span diverse sectors, including:

Every project is approached with custom solutions that emphasize safety, compliance, and efficiency—delivering peace of mind from pickup to final delivery. No matter how specialized or sensitive the item, our clients trust us to deliver safely and on time.

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Areas We Serve: Tacoma & the South Sound Region

Craters & Freighters is conveniently located in Kent, WA, and proudly serves Tacoma and the surrounding areas throughout the greater Seattle and South Sound region. We frequently work with clients in Bellevue, Redmond, and Everett.

Whether you’re a homeowner, artist, manufacturer, or logistics manager, we deliver custom crating, packaging, and shipping solutions tailored to your needs—with the same attention to detail that’s earned us a reputation for excellence across the Pacific Northwest.

FAQs for Tacoma Shipping & Crating

Can you crate large or oversized items in Tacoma?
Yes. We design and build custom wooden crates for oversized, heavy, or unusually shaped items. Our experienced team ensures each crate meets structural and regulatory requirements, including ISPM-15 compliance when required for international shipments.
Do you provide international shipping from Tacoma?
Absolutely. Yes. We manage international shipments for clients in Tacoma, including export crating, documentation, and logistics coordination with global carriers. Whether you’re shipping a single item or managing a larger logistics project, we can help.
Is insurance available for shipments from Tacoma?
Yes. We offer insurance options to help protect your shipment during transit. From high-value artwork to sensitive electronics, we can recommend coverage that fits your item and destination.
Do you offer residential pickup and packing in Tacoma?
Yes. We provide residential services throughout Tacoma and the South Sound, including in-home pickup, custom packing, and white-glove handling for delicate or valuable items.
What types of industries do you serve in the Tacoma area?
We support a wide range of industries in Tacoma, including aerospace, healthcare, electronics, defense, and the arts. Our team is experienced in handling sensitive and high-value shipments for both commercial and government clients.
FAQs

Tell us about your project, and Craters & Freighters WA will provide a tailored quote to meet your needs.

Ready to simplify your shipping needs? Contact Craters & Freighters for a tailored quote and experience unparalleled service in Tacoma and the surrounding areas. We make shipping simple, safe, and reliable. Provide some information on your crating, packaging, and shipping needs, and we’ll get back to you right away with a figure you can use in your planning.

As a Veteran owned business, we are committed to delivering efficient crating, packaging and shipping solutions that enhance your supply chain and operational efficiency. Our approach ensures timely deliveries, cost efficiency, and reliable service, helping businesses streamline operations and enhance supply chains with confidence.

Offering a one-stop solution for all your shipping needs, we handle everything from packaging and crating to domestic and international shipping, including final destination delivery and custom clearance.

Proudly serving most of Washington and Idaho and parts of British Columbia. Including but not limited to Bellingham, Vancouver, WA, Vancouver/BC, Victoria/BC, Spokane, Tacoma, Bellevue, Everett, Redmond, Kirkland, Federal Way, and the Islands near Seattle. We are also experienced in shipping to/from Guam, Canada, Alaska, and the Hawaiian Islands.