A parked truck doesn't make money, and a truck that's out of date on its annual inspection is one roadside stop away from being parked. We do federally compliant DOT and FMCSA inspections in Jerome for owner-operators, small fleets, and the farm and dairy rigs that keep the Magic Valley running — and we do the repairs right here so a failed item doesn't become a second trip to a second shop.
What an annual DOT inspection covers
- Brake system — linings, drums/rotors, air system, and adjustment.
- Steering and suspension components.
- Lights, reflectors, and electrical.
- Tires, wheels, and rims.
- Coupling devices, frame, and fuel/exhaust systems.
- Windshield, wipers, mirrors, and the cab/safety equipment.
Inspect and repair under one roof
The advantage of inspecting where you also wrench is simple: when we find a marginal brake or a dead clearance light, we fix it the same day and you leave with a passing certificate, not a punch list. Brake adjustments, air leaks, lighting, and the small stuff that keeps a truck legal are everyday work for us. Bigger jobs flow straight into our semi & heavy-duty truck repair and diesel repair bays.
Fleets and pre-trip peace of mind
Running more than a couple of trucks? Put them on a rotating inspection calendar through our fleet service program so annuals never sneak up and a down truck moves to the front of the line. Headed out on a long haul or up into the mountains? A pre-trip check is cheap insurance against a breakdown far from home.
We're open 7 days a week, 7 AM–10 PM. Call (208) 696-9888 to schedule your inspection and keep your rig legal and rolling.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a DOT inspection?
It's the federally required annual inspection (49 CFR Part 396) every commercial vehicle must pass to stay legal. We check brakes, steering, suspension, lights, tires, coupling devices, frame, exhaust, and more, then certify and document the inspection so it's on file for your records and any roadside stop.
How long does a DOT inspection take?
Most single trucks or trailers take about an hour if everything's in order. If we find something that fails, we'll show you exactly what it is, give you a written estimate, and most repairs can be done same day so you leave with a passing inspection instead of a to-do list.
Do you inspect trailers and fleets too?
Yes — tractors, trailers, reefers, dumps, and farm and dairy rigs. For fleets we can put every unit on a rotating annual calendar so nothing comes due unexpectedly, and bill by unit number for clean records.
Can you do pre-trip inspections before a long haul?
Absolutely. Before you head out the I-84 corridor or up over the passes, we'll go through brakes, tires, fluids, lights, and the running gear so you're not gambling on a breakdown a hundred miles from home.
What happens if my truck fails?
We walk you through every out-of-service and non-critical item, prioritize what's required to pass versus what can wait, and give you a written estimate first. Brake, light, and air-system repairs are usually same-day so you can re-certify and roll.
Ready to get on the schedule?
Call us, book online, or stop by the shop in Jerome.