Whether your car is not functional or you were involved in a car accident, calling a towing company is not the phone call that you are looking forward to making. Most people have no idea what the rates are for towing services in San Diego. Mission Valley Towing has been in the towing business for so long, we thought we could share some light onto this issue.
There are many reasons why you may need to call a tow truck company, flat tire, you are locked out of your car, the car won’t start, accident or many possible mechanic failures that make you bring the car to the repair shop. But if you have the contact information for a reputable and trustworthy towing service provider, then you are in good hands and will possibly save some money while taking care of the problem.
If there is anything worse than starting your day with car problems it would be having to overpay a lot of money for a dishonest towing service.
Just so you have an idea, here are some prices you may pay for towing, according to Cost Helper:
- 40 miles: $125 – $275
- 100 miles: $275 – $600
The cost of towing your car
When you search online and read reviews of customers who have recently used the service of a towing company in San Diego, they have reported paying between $100 and $200 for a tow. These prices are very similar to what we see every day conducting business for customers in the San Diego area.
Keep in mind that if your vehicle is towed to another city or out of state then the towing costs are going to be for a long distance towing and may be widely different from these estimates.
According to CostHelper, some companies charge a base hook-up fee of $35 to $100 and then charge $2.50 to $5 per mile.
A tow of five miles or less may cost $35 to $125, while a 40-mile tow could cost $125 to $275, according to CostHelper.
Be aware of towing companies that charge a super low start rate, this may be a scam or a way to get your hooked and then charge you an extremely high per miles fee.
It’s also important to have good communication with the tow company before making a hire. Some states and cities have caps on how much tow companies can charge, but unscrupulous companies can fly under the radar. You can check with your state or city government to find out if there are limits.
What affects the cost of a tow
According to CostHelper, there may be additional towing costs during nights, weekends or holidays.
There may also be extra charges costs if the vehicle is stuck in a ditch or mud because it will take the tow company longer to free the car.
