Perryville Cold Storage

Facility info

Appointments flexible — staff will work you in early (2+ hours before scheduled time) if you arrive ahead Check-in quick — guard house process immediate, door assignment right away Load times mostly 1–2 hours — some reports of 30 min to 1 hour for straightforward loads; occasional delays on first shift or if rework needed Reefer must be pre-cooled — won't load until trailer is at temperature Late fees aggressive and arbitrary — $225–$500 charged for tardiness; no published fee schedule; facility enforces regardless of circumstances (weather, broker delays, etc.) Loading fee at pickup — expect charge (one driver reported $412 via Comcheck) Watch for damage — pallets get crushed during handling; take interior trailer photos and sign SLC (straight load confirmation) to document Paperwork can be slow — 30 min to 1.5 hours once loaded; staff sometimes reluctant to process Overnight parking available — allowed outside gate before 6 a.m. opening or in driveway after midnight; roughly 6 spots; must leave when gate locks at night Bathrooms clean — reported as clean and available during business hours Staff generally friendly and helpful — most reviews praise politeness and willingness to assist; exceptions exist with office management Plenty of maneuvering room — easy backing, not crowded