About Delaware Valley Contractors

At Delaware Valley Contractors (DVC), our focus is on heavy equipment transport and bulk commodity hauling. We are the go-to choice for regional contractors needing heavy-haul or dump trailer services. As one of five subsidiary companies within The Empire Group, DVC is a trusted, full-service trucking company proudly based in Reading.


Since 1990, we’ve built a reputation for dependable and professional hauling services throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. With over 30 years of experience, we understand what it takes to deliver on time, every time—because your project depends on it.

What We Do

What makes DVC unique is that we specialize in heavy industrial and environmental logistics. We transport heavy equipment for earth-moving and construction operations. Our extensive fleet allows us to handle projects of all sizes while maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance.





In addition to heavy equipment, we transport a wide range of materials, including:

• Soil, sand, and stone

• Asphalt and salt

• Hazardous and non-hazardous materials

• Bulk construction and site materials


Whether it’s a multi-state project or a local jobsite delivery, our team is equipped to get the job done safely, working with your schedule.

Safety & Compliance You Can Trust

At DVC, safety isn’t a checkbox—it’s the foundation of everything we do. Our drivers are fully bonded and trained to meet the strictest local, state, and federal regulations, ensuring that every load is handled responsibly and delivered safely.


Our qualifications include:

  • Solid Waste Permits in Delaware, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania
  • Hazardous Waste Approval in Pennsylvania
  • ACT 90 Certified
  • A901 Hazardous & Non-Hazardous Waste Permitted
  • 40-Hour OSHA Trained & Certified Drivers


Our commitment to compliance protects our customers and the communities we serve.

Our Operating Values

Success is built on more than trucks and logistics—it’s built on trust. Our operating values set us apart.


Safety
The safety of our drivers, equipment, loads, and the public is our top priority.


Reliability
Our clients depend on us for consistent, on-time delivery. When we say we’ll be there, we mean it.


Integrity
We believe the only way to do business is with honesty, transparency, and respect.


Trust
Through decades of dependable service, we’ve built lasting relationships with our clients.

Client Testimonials

We’re proud to have earned the trust of our customers over the past three decades. Here’s what they have to say:

" We have been working together for years and I must say Kelly Schappell (DVC) and Lori Clark (UWS) are my favorite haulers to work with. They demonstrate the meaning of customer service daily."

Sherry Gartland

AMA Resource

“On behalf of the Facilities Department of the Reading School District, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your efficient service and assistance with our vehicles. We can always depend on Delaware Valley Contractors and feel that you go over and above for the Reading School District."

Daniel Garcia

Vehicle Maintenance

Reading School District

“The #1 thing I would say about DVC is that they are reliable. If they say that they will do a job, you can count on them showing up. They go out of their way to make sure the customer's needs are met and that they are satisfied. When pricing or paperwork of any kind is needed, it is sent in a timely manner. The bottom line, they make any job easier.”

Lori Clark

United Waste Solutions

Built on Experience. Driven by Excellence.

For nearly 40 years, Delaware Valley Contractors has remained committed to delivering safe, reliable, and high-quality hauling services across the Northeast. When you partner with DVC, you’re choosing a company that values your timeline, your budget, and your success. Contact us today to schedule your next project!