Frequently Asked Questions
Heavy Duty Towing Questions
How much does heavy duty towing cost near Jackson, TN?
Published rate sheets from other agencies show heavy tow hook-ups of about $450 plus $9.50 to $10 per mile, and recovery with a heavy wrecker of about $350 to $850 per hour. Rotators run about $790 to $1,500 per hour. Rates vary by unit, distance, scene and time of day. Your written invoice estimate is the price.
What do I tell the dispatcher?
Give your exact location (interstate, direction, exit or mile marker), the unit type and weight class, whether it is loaded and with what, what is wrong, and who is paying. Say if the cargo is hazmat or if police are on scene.
Do you answer at night and on weekends?
Yes. Dispatch answers 24/7. Call (731) 202-9868.
How fast can you get to me?
The dispatcher gives an honest arrival estimate on the call. It depends on where you are, traffic, weather and what else is going on. We do not quote a time before we know your location.
Can you tow a loaded trailer?
Yes. A loaded unit takes heavier equipment and sometimes a second wrecker. Tell us the cargo and the gross weight if you know it. Some loads must be transferred or offloaded, and we will say so on the call.
Will you work with my insurance company or fleet?
Yes. Give us the insurer, fleet or broker name and any claim or PO number. We document the work and itemize the invoice so it can be processed.
Heavy Duty Towing Questions
What counts as a heavy duty tow?
Generally units over 26,000 pounds, plus buses, loaded dump trucks and equipment. Some medium duty units fall in between. The dispatcher will say which wrecker fits.
Can you tow a loaded truck?
Often yes, with a heavy wrecker. Some loads must be transferred or offloaded first. Tell us the cargo and weight on the call.
Do you tow to Memphis or Nashville?
Yes. Memphis is about 70 miles west of Jackson and Nashville about 130 miles northeast. Mileage is priced by the mile.
Can you pick up from a locked yard or dock?
Yes. Give us the contact, gate details and hours so we are not stuck at the gate.
Semi Truck Towing Questions
Can you tow my semi with the trailer attached?
Often yes. It depends on the weight, the load and what failed. A heavy wrecker or two may be needed. Describe the unit on the call.
What if my brakes are locked?
That is common when a tractor loses air. We release or cage the spring brakes before lifting.
Do you pull the drive shaft?
When the unit has a driveline failure and the wheels cannot turn freely, yes. This prevents more damage.
Can you take my truck to a specific shop?
Yes. Give us the shop name and address, and we price the mileage from your location.
Accident Recovery Questions
Do I need a rotator?
Not always. Large rollovers often do. The dispatcher decides from your description.
Who decides when you can enter the scene?
Police and fire. We stage where they tell us.
Can you recover a unit with spilled cargo?
Yes, with the right responders. Tell us the cargo and whether it is hazmat.
Will you work with my insurance company?
Yes. Give us the insurer, adjuster and claim number, and we send itemized documentation.
Winch Outs Questions
Can you pull a loaded semi out of a ditch?
Often yes, with extra rigging. A partial offload may be needed. Tell us the cargo and weight.
Will pulling damage my truck?
We pull to protect the axles, frame and trailer. If damage is already present, we note it.
What if the unit is on a private road or field?
We can work there. Give us the gate, surface and contact details.
Do you winch out buses?
Yes. Passengers should be off the unit and clear of the pull path.
Heavy Truck Roadside Service Questions
Can you change a tractor tire on the shoulder?
Often yes, with the right tools and a safe position. We confirm tire size and position on the call.
Do you deliver diesel?
Yes. You pay for the delivery and the fuel.
What if the problem is bigger than a roadside fix?
We send a wrecker and tow the unit to the shop you choose.
Do you service buses and RVs?
Yes, for the same kinds of roadside problems.
Bus & RV Towing Questions
Can you tow a motorhome with people inside?
No. People should be out of the unit while it is lifted or loaded. We tell you what is possible for transport on the call.
Do you tow school buses?
Yes. Give us the district or operator name and the destination.
Will towing damage my RV?
Careful hook-ups and, when needed, a flatbed or lowboy reduce risk. Tell us the length, chassis and any pre-existing damage.
Can you recover a fifth wheel or travel trailer?
Yes. We recover the trailer, the tow vehicle or both.