Broke Down On The Road? Call The Right Towing Company

Having a car break down when you are on the road is no fun at all and can be quite dangerous, especially at night. Luckily, it is not as dangerous as it used to be because of mobile phones. You can search the Internet to find help. However, as you search, be sure to look for the proper type of help. Towing services offer more than just towing and are probably going to be your best option if you contact the right company. Here are some things to look for.

Towing

Of course, the main service of any towing company is to get your vehicle off the road and to someplace safe. This could be to your home or to a repair shop. Consider which place is closer to where you are so you do not have to pay extra for the extra distance.

Heavy-Duty Towing

If you happen to be driving a big vehicle like a refrigerated truck, an 18-wheeler, or some type of construction vehicle, you are going to need a tow truck that can handle the load. Not all companies are capable of doing this. Most that can will have some type of comment or ad in their listing. Be sure to ask when you call anyway so you don't have to pay for a truck that comes but cannot tow you anywhere.

Roadside Assistance

Quite often the problem is something that can be readily fixed, like a flat tire or an empty gas tank. If you had stopped to get food or use a restroom, you may have a problem getting the vehicle to start again. When one of these situations is happening, contact a company that offers roadside assistance. This will help you get back on the road to your destination as soon as possible. Calling a company that can also tow the vehicle if needed is just a good idea in case the problem is more than you realize.

If your breakdown occurs in an area with no cell service, get out of the vehicle, put out flares or some type of warning device, and wait for someone to drive by that can then get to a place with service and call a towing company for you. Do your best to stay off the road and safe. If you know there is cell service just a bit away, walk there to make the call. Hopefully, you will be able to get service and help quickly.

Contact a towing service for more information. 

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