Dot inspections 

Reliable DOT inspections are essential for keeping your trucks on the road, compliant, and safe. At The Service Company, we provide thorough DOT truck inspections that help fleets and owner-operators meet federal requirements while avoiding costly downtime and violations. Our certified technicians carefully inspect every critical component, from brakes and lights to suspension and safety equipment, ensuring your vehicle meets all Department of Transportation inspection standards.

Whether you need a routine annual DOT inspection or you're searching for a DOT inspection near you, our team makes the process fast, straightforward, and dependable. With multiple shop locations and experienced diesel technicians, we help keep your fleet compliant, safe, and ready for the next mile.

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A Thorough Inspection You Can Trust

Our team performs detailed DOT truck inspections designed to keep your vehicle compliant, safe, and ready for the road. Below are the major systems we inspect during every annual DOT inspection.

why choose the service company for dot inspections?

Why Fleets Trust The Service Company

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Keeping your trucks compliant and on the road requires an inspection provider you can rely on. The Service Company delivers thorough, efficient DOT inspections performed by experienced diesel technicians who understand the demands of commercial fleets.

  • Certified diesel technicians trained to perform federal DOT inspections

  • Fast inspection turnaround to minimize downtime for drivers and fleets

  • Accurate compliance documentation for FMCSA requirements

  • Experienced with fleets and owner-operators

  • Multiple shop locations for convenient service

Our goal is simple: perform inspections correctly, keep your truck compliant, and get you back on the road as quickly as possible.

When is a dot inspection required?

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Commercial vehicles operating under Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations are required to pass a DOT inspection at least once every 12 months. These inspections verify that the vehicle meets federal safety standards and is safe to operate on public roadways.

DOT inspections generally apply to commercial trucks with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) over 10,000 pounds, as well as vehicles involved in interstate commerce, those transporting hazardous materials, and vehicles used to carry passengers for hire. The inspection process ensures that critical safety systems such as brakes, steering, suspension, tires, and lighting meet federal compliance standards.

Maintaining an up-to-date DOT inspection helps prevent roadside violations, improves overall fleet safety, and ensures your vehicle remains compliant with federal transportation regulations.

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dot inspections near you

Keep your truck compliant and ready for the road with a professional DOT inspection from The Service Company. Our certified diesel technicians perform fast, thorough inspections at multiple locations so fleets and owner-operators can stay compliant with federal safety regulations.

Schedule your DOT inspection at the location most convenient for you.

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our locations

covington


453 E Troy Pike
Covington, OH 45318

greenville


1755 Kitchen Aid Way
Greenville, OH 45331

dayton


6255 Webster St
Dayton, OH 45414

springfield


columbus

575 Manor Park Dr
Columbus, OH 43228


1331 Klobdenz Ave
Springfield, OH 45504