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What to look for when hiring a heavy-duty towing service

Misfortune can happen while your trucks are on the road despite your best efforts. It could be an accident involving another motor vehicle or a mechanical issue that leaves you on the side of the highway. In these situations, you will need a heavy-duty towing service to get your truck moving again.

Anyone with Internet access can see the market is crowded with towing businesses, but you can’t just call any towing service in the event of an emergency. Not all towing companies are created equal and you need to know how to tell the best from the rest. 

One of the easiest ways to get a real sense of how a towing company treats its clients is by checking out the reviews on their social media pages and website. A company's online reputation is a good indicator of how effective it is in delivering service.

While reviews give you a general idea of how a business is, always take them with a grain of salt. A tow truck firm may try to artificially inflate its positive reviews, so make sure you don't blindly trust them when making your decision. There are a lot of fake reviews out there, but if you have an eye for detail you can avoid them.

Not all towing companies offer the same services. Some specialize in heavy-duty towing, while others are more adept in roadside assistance. As the customer, it’s your responsibility to understand the towing company’s line of service before hiring them. And, if possible, dig a little deeper and try to find out how diverse their fleet is and the qualifications of their technicians.