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How To Avoid Towing And Roadside Assistance Scams

How To Avoid Towing And Roadside Assistance Scams

It’s never a pleasant situation when your car is broken down and failing to get you to your destination. On top of that, you’re stuck unable to move your car to a safe place. Finding a trustworthy towing or roadside assistance company can be a real challenge in situations where only a professional towing company can help you out. The presence of towing scams can make things more difficult in such situations. Therefore, it’s important to conduct due diligence before hiring someone. Don’t end up paying more than you have to.

Roadside assistance scammers take advantage of situations and make people pay more than the competitive price. People who are stuck on the side of the road might not be in the right state of mind to ask the right questions. The internet can sometimes be your best friend and can help you connect with companies with a good reputation. Here are some tips to avoid towing and roadside assistance scams.

Watch out for hidden costs

If roadside assistance or vehicle recovery service is offering low rates, make sure to ask if there is any hidden cost. Most dependable companies charge around $100 for an average tow plus $3 to $5 per kilometer. However, weather, traffic, and time of the day can make the tow a little costly. If someone is offering a tow service lower than $70, chances are they have hidden fees. You should be aware of factors that can genuinely increase the cost of a tow.

Reputable companies like Action Towing in Edmonton make sure to charge their clients fair rates when it comes to roadside assistance and towing.

Unsolicited towing companies

If an unsolicited service suddenly shows up to provide recovery services, think twice before working with them. These types of businesses are also called scammer listeners. They somehow manage to get information about roadside emergencies and reach the spot voluntarily. Stranded drivers are often trapped by these scammers. So, don’t let someone force their business on you. It’s totally up to you to decide which towing company you want to work with.

Bad reputation

The internet has made it super easy to find services online along with the reviews and feedback from their customers. How long a company has been in the business is also an indicator. Experienced tow truck companies refine their services over time and deliver better customer service. Customer reviews would be of great help when you try to evaluate the reputation of a business.

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