TOP NOTCH MOVING LLC
USDOT 1015388 • 18716 FALLS ROAD, HAMPSTEAD, MD, 21074
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-622108 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Oct 19, 2017 |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | CARGO | 2001XKTCK52416A17 | ON FILE | Jun 14, 2017 | Aug 21, 2017 |
| HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 30UENUN4762 | ON FILE | Jun 24, 2007 | Aug 21, 2017 |
Insurance History (6 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | CARGO | 2001XKTCK52416A17 | CANCELLED | Jun 14, 2017 | Oct 26, 2017 |
| UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | CARGO | 2001XKTCK47028A16 | CANCELLED | Jun 14, 2016 | Jun 14, 2017 |
| UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | CARGO | 2001XKTCK42300A15 | CANCELLED | Jun 14, 2015 | Jun 14, 2016 |
| UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | CARGO | 2001XKTCK37713A14 | CANCELLED | Jun 14, 2014 | Jun 14, 2015 |
| UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | CARGO | 2001XKTCK32883A13 | CANCELLED | Jun 14, 2013 | Jun 14, 2014 |
| HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | 30MSTL6255 | REPLACED | May 15, 2007 | Jun 14, 2013 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/CANCL | UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | 2001XKTCK52416A17 | CARGO | Oct 26, 2017 | Oct 26, 2017 |
| TERM/REPL | HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | 30UENUN4762 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 21, 2017 | Aug 21, 2017 |
| TERM/REPL | UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | 2001XKTCK52416A17 | CARGO | Aug 21, 2017 | Aug 21, 2017 |
| CANCEL | UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | 2001XKTCK47028A16 | CARGO | Jun 14, 2017 | Jun 14, 2017 |
| CANCEL | UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | 2001XKTCK42300A15 | CARGO | Jun 14, 2016 | Jun 14, 2016 |
| CANCEL | UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | 2001XKTCK37713A14 | CARGO | Jun 14, 2015 | Jun 14, 2015 |
| CANCEL | UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | 2001XKTCK32883A13 | CARGO | Jun 14, 2014 | Jun 14, 2014 |
| TERM/REPL | HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | 30MSTL6255 | CARGO | Jun 14, 2013 | Jun 14, 2013 |
Authority Action History (6 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC622108 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 29, 2017 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 19, 2017 |
| MC622108 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 18, 2017 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 16, 2017 |
| MC622108 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 18, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 15, 2016 |
| MC622108 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 18, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 16, 2015 |
| MC622108 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 19, 2014 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 18, 2014 |
| MC622108 | HOUSEHOLD GOODS COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Oct 25, 2007 | — | Unknown |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Scores
Higher percentile = worse safety performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% trigger FMCSA alerts.
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
Inspection Activity Map
9 states • 35 inspections
Violation Summary (44 violations from 35 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:395.8A | Failing to keep RODS | 7 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 5 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(f) | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.23(a)(2) | CDL - wrong class | 2 | 2 | 8 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:395.8(f)(1) | Drivers record of duty status not current | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8 | Record of Duty Status violation (general/form and manner) | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47A-BDC | Brake chamber - cracked/broken | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LCL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.16 | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16AD | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:390.19B2-BIENNIAL | 390.19B2-BIENNIAL | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:392.9BA-INACTIVE | 392.9BA-INACTIVE | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.24D | ELD cannot transfer ELD records electronically | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 1 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.201(b) | Bolts securing cab broken/loose/missing | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
Peer Context
This carrier vs national averages. Lower is better for all metrics.
National averages: vehicle OOS 23.4%, driver OOS 6.7%, violations per inspection ~1.8. Based on FMCSA MCSAP program data.
Inspection History (35 inspections)
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
3 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (3 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 14, 2025 | MD | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | IS 370 | ...390046 | TOP NOTCH MOVING LLC |
| Jan 10, 2022 | MD | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | FOX TAIL RD | ...390046 | TOP NOTCH MOVING LLC |
| May 4, 2021 | MD | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | BALDWIN MILL RD | ...W60390 | TOP NOTCH MOVING LLC |
Compliance Timeline
12 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records