Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Logistics Partner in Boise, Idaho
Compton Transfer & Storage has served Idaho and Utah since 1902, evolving from delivering coal by horse-powered wagons to providing advanced 3PL services with online inventory management. As a five-generation family-owned business, we pride ourselves on adapting to industry needs while maintaining the personal attention that built our reputation. Our comprehensive services include warehousing, cross-dock solutions, e-commerce fulfillment, inbound/outbound handling, reload centers, and rail transloading. With a dedicated fleet and 120 years of expertise, we ensure freight moves efficiently regardless of challenges. Our team combines historical knowledge with modern practices, focusing on client satisfaction through tailored logistics solutions.We prioritize precise inventory tracking, timely shipping coordination, and nationwide shipping logistics, backed by strong business connections. From pallet repair to household goods, our operations adapt to client requirements while upholding family values. Our history of innovation, including Boise Industrial Complex expansion and digital inventory systems, solidifies our position as a regional leader. We offer emergency freight handling, rail unloading for A-frames and boxcars, and final-mile delivery across the Treasure Valley. With generations of experience, we continue to modernize infrastructure while preserving the trust earned over a century.
Services
3PL Warehousing
Cross-Dock Solutions
E-Commerce Fulfillment
Inbound Handling
Reload Center
Commercial Storage
Rail Transloading
Final Mile Delivery
Palletizing Services
Household Goods Transport
Details
- Year established: 1902
Highlights and features
- We offer 120 years of continuous family-operated logistics expertise.
- Our dedicated fleet guarantees on-time delivery performance.
- We provide tailored 3PL solutions with online inventory management.
- Our emergency freight handling services operate regardless of challenges.
- We combine historical industry knowledge with modern digital systems.
Services
3PL Warehousing
Our third-party logistics warehousing services provide customized inventory management, order fulfillment, and shipping coordination. With 120 years of experience, we offer real-time tracking, retail distribution, returns processing, and secure storage tailored to business needs. Located in Boise, our facility supports both short-term projects and long-term supply chain requirements.
Rail Transloading
Rail transloading operations specialize in unloading freight from A-frames, center beams, and boxcars. We provide seamless transfer between rail and truck transportation with outdoor/indoor storage options. Our Treasure Valley location supports building materials, palletized goods, and bulk cargo with dedicated truck fleet delivery services.
E-Commerce Fulfillment
E-commerce fulfillment services include pick-and-pack operations, shrink-wrapping, crating, and nationwide shipping coordination. We handle inventory management, order processing, and timely delivery for online retailers. With modern facilities and experienced staff, we ensure accurate order fulfillment and damage-free packaging for growing digital businesses.
Cross-Dock Solutions
Cross-dock solutions enable immediate freight transfer between transportation modes without storage. We specialize in breaking down shipments from rail/truck and redistributing goods. This service reduces handling time while maintaining inventory accuracy, ideal for time-sensitive cargo and high-volume distribution networks across Idaho and Utah.
Commercial Storage
Commercial storage offers flexible indoor and outdoor space for inventory, machinery, and materials. Our secure Boise facility supports short-term projects and long-term storage needs with convenient access for loading/unloading operations. Features include climate-controlled options, 24/7 security, and customized storage configurations for diverse cargo types.
People
Chad Compton
President
Fifth-generation leader modernizing operations with updated fleet and digital systems while preserving family values. Oversees strategic growth initiatives and maintains 120-year legacy of logistics excellence in Boise.
Mary Ann Helton
Co-Owner
Third-generation executive focusing on business continuity and modernization efforts. Brings extensive industry knowledge to operations while maintaining family commitment to personalized service and client satisfaction.
Brett Compton
Former President
Led company through economic challenges and technological shifts during fourth-generation leadership. Instrumental in expanding commercial storage operations and building materials transportation services from 1997-2022.
Michael A. Compton
Founder
Pioneering second-generation leader who expanded fleet operations and established formal company structure. Transitioned business from coal delivery to diversified freight services during 1924-1975 leadership period.
James R. Compton
Founder
Entrepreneurial founder who established business during 1902 Idaho drought conditions. Transitioned from farming to freight delivery, building 16-wagon coal transport fleet that became foundation for modern logistics organization.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We provide logistics services throughout Idaho and Utah, with Treasure Valley final-mile delivery coverage and rail connections nationwide.
What storage options are available?
Commercial storage includes temperature-controlled indoor spaces and secure outdoor areas for inventory, machinery, and bulk materials in Boise.
Do you handle emergency freight?
Yes, our cross-dock solutions team specializes in urgent freight situations, ensuring timely delivery regardless of challenges.
How do you modernize logistics?
We combine 120-year legacy practices with updated fleet vehicles and digital inventory management systems for optimized supply chain solutions.
What rail services do you offer?
Rail transloading services handle A-frame, center beam, and boxcar unloading with truck redistribution options for diverse cargo types.
Are you family-owned?
Yes, we're a fifth-generation family business maintaining personal service approach while delivering modern logistics expertise since 1902.
