When To Call A Tow Truck

When to call a tow truck can be obvious, but it isn’t always. Tow trucks can provide necessary towing if you get in an accident or your car breaks down and can’t be coaxed back to life, but they can also respond to calls for help and provide assistance that doesn’t include towing. Following are some scenarios in which it’s a good idea to call a tow truck. 

You Ran Out of Gas

It’s common to miscalculate the amount of gas left in your tank. If you can’t get in touch with a friend or loved one who is willing to bring you a supply of fuel, call your friendly neighborhood towing company. They will be happy to put gas in your tank quickly.

The Vehicle Rolls into a Ditch

Never try to extract a stuck vehicle without the proper towing equipment. You could become seriously injured or cause costly damage to the towing vehicle if it does not have hauling equipment properly installed. Contact a reliable towing company when you find yourself in this predicament.

You Have a Flat Tire

If your tire goes flat while on a speeding highway, don’t risk your life to change it. Dial a towing company that can move your car to a safer location, repair or re-inflate it or install the spare without any risk of harm. If you’re simply having difficulty putting the spare tire on by yourself, ask a towing company to come to your assistance.

The Car Battery Dies

If you turn the key and the engine does not respond, the culprit is most likely your car battery. If you don’t have jumper cables or another car to give you a start, contact a towing professional. They can offer you a jumpstart, or a tow if the engine trouble persists after the battery recharges.

You Are Locked Out

Whether the guilty party is you, your child or your pet, locking your keys in the car is a frustrating way to start or end your day. Luckily, a local tow company has all the tools on hand to safely get into your vehicle and retrieve your keys.

You Are in an Accident

Don’t drive a dilapidated car away from the scene of an accident. Even if the damage looks superficial, a flapping bumper or loose part is a danger to other motorists. If your car was hit and you experience an injury, call 911. The first responders will arrange vehicle hauling, and you can let them know if you have a preferred towing company.

Now that you know when to call a tow truck, contact Stauffer’s Towing in Utah for efficient, helpful service when you experience any of these scenarios.