Alva Affordable Towing &amp; Lockout

(49 reviews)

Stuard was great! Very professional. Superior communication. And perhaps most importantly, he…read moretook great care of my car and delivered her safely.

They responded very quickly after I contacted them, and arrived a little over an hour after we…read morestarted communicating. The driver was very friendly and professional, and the whole towing process was smooth and stress-free. Highly recommend this company if you ever need a towing service!

Top G Towing

(29 reviews)

Joseph was an amazing help! Front tire blew out. AAA was going to take 3 hours, called another…read moreplace before they took 1.5 hours with no update then I called and Joseph and he said 25 minutes and texted updates on the way and arrived on time. Took me to the shop and waited until the shop confirmed they could help me before dropping off the car. Great service and his two huskies made the day!

Wow! Definitely recommend Top G Towing! Joseph responded to my inquiry within 10 mins and serviced…read moremy car battery replacement within the hour. As I needed service at home and not a shop cus I needed my car the next morning for work. He was to be rescue! I'll def be keeping this business for future needed service, thanks Joseph!

A & A Towing

2.6

(178 reviews)

We were incredibly fortunate to have Danny as our tow truck driver during a very stressful…read moresituation. Our truck was stuck in an extremely precarious position involving a downed wire, and it was not a straightforward recovery by any means. Most tow drivers would not have been able to handle what this required but Danny absolutely did. His expertise, precision, and calm professionalism were on another level. He clearly knew exactly what he was doing, assessed the risks carefully, and executed the recovery with confidence and skill. It was obvious we were working with someone highly experienced and extremely competent. In a situation that could have gone very wrong, Danny made us feel safe and reassured every step of the way. We truly believe not many drivers could have managed what he did. We are beyond grateful we got him. If you need someone skilled, knowledgeable, and capable in a tough situation, Danny is the one.

If your car got towed by this company, please call the police department to verify the tow was…read moreproperly recorded. Per California Vehicle Code § 22658(m), it requires the tow company to notify law enforcement shortly after removal or arrival at the yard. It must be recorded within 1 hour!!! This company does not follow statues/regulations set by the state. Please know your rights and sue this company for not following proper protocols. Not only that but this company is not even verified with the BBB. Also my car had a tire with low air upon arrival but that is the least of my concerns when the law is being broken.

Camel Towing

(2 reviews)

I needed to get my car towed home on Saturday night. I had called him around 8, and he was in…read moreRiverside handling another tow request. It took him about 1 and a half hour to get to me, but he got my car hooked and ready to go quick. His rate is $125 plus $4 for each mile from pick up to destination. He accepts credit card with a small fee. Lower rate than the other towing service i called trying to charge $200 for a few miles. They were way closer but i didn't mind waiting for Jason. I will definitely consider calling him again whenever I need a tow. Thank you

Excellent service! Jason was Polite, Prompt, Personable, and Professional. He is AAA certified…read more His quote was easily the most reasonable of the 5 that I contacted. My narrow driveway was navigated with ease. My car was quickly lowered and there was no damage. I highly recommend Camel Towing 24/7.

A Checkered Towing

4.2

(261 reviews)

I am overall satisfied with my experience with A Checkered Towing! Aava in particular was extremely…read morekind and helpful. He helped me push my car out of a parking garage and onto the tow truck, dropped off my car at my preferred auto repair shop, then even gave me a ride home after!

3rd party contacted through triple AAA. I have had the most absolute worst luck in the past year…read morewith car issues and I just HAD to have the , car battery die out of nowhere while I'm in a PAID parking structure. We were planning to go out to dinner and it was already 7:30 PM and I wanted to head home after. I was in full cosplay and looked like a freak I'm sure, but triple AAA updated me that they would take 80 minutes to get there. I was annoyed, but then it quickly went down to only like 20 minutes, enough for me to eat a little bit at the local restaurant and then walk back to the structure just as the towing company got there. Despite it being a small and crowded tight parking structure with lots of people leaving and going, Philip was super patient, helpful and went back and forth from my car to his truck to move it when people had to leave. He checked the battery life and jumped it. Sadly, there was only like 4% of battery life left. He could change the battery for me and I'd get warranty on it too. I did the price comparison on Google and with the labor and new battery and the quickness and convenience it was truly worth it since every where else would take longer and cost more and then I would not even be able to go to the convention afterwards. I chose to change my battery then and there and it didn't take too long either. Philip was courteous and informative too with all of my simple questions. I just had to change the clock and radio stations after, but now my car is good to go! I was being a doom pilled pessimismcel so I'm glad this went super smoothly and reduced all of the panic and stress that I had.

Steve's Towing

(40 reviews)

Steve is by far the best guy you will ever meet. He will go out of his way, cross that bridge, do…read morethe extra work, this man will get it done. He's earned my business for life. Give this dude a call, he will handle it and handle it right. He towed my BMW from Gardena to lake forest no qualms. 11/10 good dude call him

Great service affordable prices. Straightforward no gimmick. Very down to earth guy.read more

15 Towing Services

Got my car towed ASAP to ACA Automotive by Lou today. Very professional, quick service and easy to…read morework with. If I ever need towing in the future I'll know who to rely on!.

I love the service here. Hank's is really awesome. I would recommend all my friends and families…read moremembers go to him if in need. Thank you very much again Hank's, your's the best!!!

Cherry Tow 24hr Service

(10 reviews)

Found him in Facebook group . Thank goodness I called him ,…read morevery professional, friendly and compassionate. The car I needed to tow was in Fontana due to an accident. The gentleman were sympathetic and concerned for my dad's well being . He gave us some tips and suggestions on the car in question. Anyone need to have your car picked up for cash he will give a quote . Definitely will use him again .

Above and beyond. Savoeun gave me a ride to the mechanic and even offered to drop me off locally…read moreafter. Super friendly and a really good person. Would use again

All American Towing & Impound

I called the wrong town lot and I decided to just asked the guy a question and he helped me out a…read morelot to answer so I very polite and willing to help for sure you guys didn't even have to help me, but he went out of his way to help me by giving me little bit of information he knows about getting a release to the insurance company on my car was totaled. Thank you guys again.

Can't beat this customer service. They took care of me so quickly and casually yet professionally,…read moreI cannot remember the last time I went from so stressed to so relieved that quick. I will 100% be using them again in the future, thank you so much!

Budget Towing Service

2.2

(129 reviews)

I give them 0 stars. the dispatcher is rude and very unprofessional. the two truck drivers are…read morescammers . never do business with this company .

Budget tow may have towed my car, however it was justified, overall they did help me out and take…read morecare of my car, as far as tow yards go and towing service. 5 stars

Big Q Auto Repair

4.3

(611 reviews)

Used Yelp's business finder to get a few quotes for my two non-working low beam headlights, and…read morethis shop stood out right away. They responded quickly, were courteous, and didn't try to tack on a diagnostic fee just to take a look. When I dropped off the car, the technician walked me through their process, starting with the bulbs before moving into any potential electrical issues (which I really appreciated.) It ended up being the simplest fix: both bulbs were burned out. They had everything replaced within a few hours. Fair pricing, clear communication, and no upselling. I'll definitely be back for future repairs. Side note- they have the cutest shop kitten. ‍

This place does a great job fighting and deleting negative reviews. Let it be clear: I went here…read morefor a simple oil change and they did a terrible job. They didn't screw on the lid tightly, left a mess in my car, then try to sell a service we didn't need Do you know those auto shops where you shouldn't bring your unknowing family member too because they might rip you off? This is one of them.

Advanced Auto Service & Tires

4.8

(210 reviews)

I have been to this mechanic for several services and have been satisfied each time. My car is…read morerunning very well for an older vehicle! The value of their services is appropriate to what you receive as a customer. Also, I recently received a very expensive quote from another mechanic for a service my car needed and took it to Jamel and Celine. They inspected my car and ensured me that that service was not even necessary! I am not very knowledgeable about cars, so I deeply appreciate that they were honest with me at a time when I could very well have been taken advantage of and charged for something that was not needed. Jamel, Celine, and their team deserve all the business and positive reviews!

I have been taking my cars to Jamil for at least 15 maybe 20 years…read more He has always taken amazing care of me and gotten the work done perfectly and at a fraction of the cost of dealerships and probably did a better job He has helped me figure out issues with cars. He goes out of his way to help you when he can. He's also save me tons of money. I hit a huge boulder on the freeway ruining my wheel and he shopped the wheels for me saving me hundreds of dollars. I cannot say enough great things about him. I highly highly highly highly recommend him. He's a rare person to find as far as a fair and honest mechanic. And truly is.

Dr. Wheel Mobile Repair - Los Angeles

4.8

(637 reviews)

Dr. Wheel is the real deal. I'm really particular about my cars so I vet who works on our family's…read morefleet and I'm very discriminating about I go back to for work. I look for service, responsiveness, and most of all quality and workmanship. Dr Wheel covers all the bases. I'll be honest, I was a little suspect at first. Their process seemed a little too good to be true. After getting various quotes from a range of others, the price was all over the place from too cheap to extraordinarily expensive. Dr. Wheel is on the lower side of the equation. The other thing, they come to your house. Say what? Got me wondering how solid of a repair we were looking at. Well, once I dug into the process, saw that the work is warranted for a year, I figured I'd give them a shot. First, we had them do two aftermarket wheels which relatively minor damage. The result was pretty incredible. The wheels looked good as new and honestly, I couldn't remember where the blemishes were . Months later the wheels looked great. Today, we got four wheels on my wife's car done, all with curb rash to a varying degree and the result was great. The challenge today wasn't the damage, it actually wasn't super complex or extensive. It was the color. From the factory, the color is pretty unique, but the Dr. Wheel team got it pretty much exactly. A special shout out to Jonathan, who came out to our house twice and did a great job. Friendly, professional, thorough, and just an all around solid dude. Not that I hope to get more curb rash on any of our wheels (nor do I wish that for you!), but if we do, we will definitely go back to them. We've already referred them to a few neighbors.

I let the wife drive my truck last week and she ended up "curbing" my custom wheels. Luckily, she…read moreknew of Dr Wheel, (she used them twice prior for her Camry) needless to say I ended up needing their service. I left a deposit and made the appointment. Jonathan showed up promptly and got work immediately on my rim. His work and skills are impeccable. It only took him roughly about 20-25 minutes to leave my wheel looking "Good as new" for less than the cost of a new wheel. I definitely recommend Dr Wheel for your curb/parking mishaps. Hopefully I won't need their services again but if ever my wheels get damaged, I'll gladly use Dr Wheel again! Thank you Jonathan for the fast, friendly and incredible service.

Max Mobile Mechanic

(102 reviews)

Food was great, service was great, view and ambiance was great…read more Very happy with my experience!

Had a great experience with this mechanic. Communication was clear and consistent, he showed up on…read moretime, and got the work done quickly and professionally. He replaced my front air struts and everything went smoothly. The fact that he comes to your home is a huge plus--it saved me so much time and hassle. His pricing was very fair, especially considering the convenience and quality of work. He was also incredibly kind and helpful--he even took a moment to fix a small issue on another car for me, which I really appreciated. Overall, just a genuinely good experience. Great energy, very polite, and easy to work with. I would absolutely use him again and highly recommend him to friends and family.

Fern's Mobile Auto Service

(60 reviews)

I've been using Fern for a few years now, and I honestly can't recommend him enough. He's worked on…read moremy cars as well as my parents' other family members' vehicles. Every time we've called him, he's been reliable, honest, and has done great work. What I appreciate most is that he actually cares about helping people. A good example is when I bought a dash cam and realized I had no idea how to install it. Instead of telling me it wasn't something he did, he took the time to figure it out and installed it for me. It came out great, and I really appreciated that he was willing to go the extra mile. Because I've had such good experiences with him, I've recommended him to several businesses and contractors I work with. They ended up hiring him to maintain their truck fleets because they were impressed with his work, professionalism, and reliability. He's always been straightforward with pricing, explains what's actually wrong with the vehicle, and never makes me feel like he's trying to sell me repairs I don't need. It's hard to find a mechanic you can trust, especially one who comes to you, but Fern is definitely one of them. If you're looking for a mobile mechanic who's knowledgeable, dependable, and genuinely cares about his customers, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Fern. He's earned my trust and my family's trust, and he'll continue to be the first person I call whenever we need work done on our vehicles.

I had a great experience with Fern's mobile Service . He was punctual, professional, and very…read moreknowledgeable. He quickly diagnosed the problem, explained everything clearly, and completed the repair at a fair price. It was so convenient having the work done at my location, and the quality of the repair was excellent. My car is running perfectly now. I highly recommend Ferns Mobile Services to anyone looking for an honest, reliable, and skilled mobile mechanic! Thank You Fern!!! 100% recommended!

Herb & Red's Auto Repair

(178 reviews)

the only place I trust! Jim and his team are always so honest and kind and solve the problem…read morewithout trying to upsell me. highly recommend

Unfortunately I got a flat tire and did not have the correct size to remove the tire, this was the…read moreclosest shop and ahhh i am so blessed and lucky that it was Herb & Red's the 2 gentlemen working the shop were the sweetest and were able to help!! they were such an amazing help and did it in no time, they even made sure that the tire pressure was all good before I drove off the lot!!! 100/10 Also it was very clean and organized straight out of a movie!!

Herb's Automotive

(85 reviews)

Oh my! I am surprised by the amount of reviews this place has. This business needs more attention!…read moreWhere should I start... Last Friday morning (9/23/22), my car wouldn't start on my driveway. It was a work day. I called my employer that I'll show up later due to this problem. I've literally called 6 auto shops in my area and Jake (business owner) was the only person that understood my situation and squeezed me in to the first in line on top of the other 10 cars they're currently servicing. The other 5 auto shops had less cars to service and wouldn't give me the time of day. I brought my car through a towing service and his team diagnosed my car. Jake gave me the option of hovering over the techs as they run their tests and despite me being a nuisance, all of them were not only friendly but also respectful as well as telling me what these tests mean and how it'll figure out the problem. All in all, it turns out there was internal engine damage. It's a 2008 Chevy Cobalt. I've owned the vehicle for 11 years and done zero maintenance (except for oil changes). Time for a new car. As I pulled out my wallet and asked how much I need to pay for the service, Jake hooked me up and said $0. $0!!! (Maybe due to sympathy or pity but I'll take it.) I'm just a stranger to him! I'm a Navy veteran. I've lived all over the country and has been to numerous auto shops and not one of them has treated me the same way as Jake and his team did. I now own a 2013 Nissan Juke. I will definitely come to Jake for his services in the future.

I've been using herbs for years for all my commercial vehicle needs. They specialize in old car…read morerestorations but they never steer me wrong when dealing with my commercial vehicles

Arco Tire Service

(52 reviews)

Great experience at Arco. Starr provided excellent customer service--respectful, attentive, and…read moreprofessional. He made me feel comfortable and valued as a customer. The service was prompt and efficient, which I really appreciated since I was on my way to work. They got me taken care of quickly, and that's exactly why I keep coming here. Highly recommend Arco Tire Shop, and be sure to ask for Starr!

Drove in to Long Beach from the Bay Area for my daughter's volleyball trip and well I had my car…read moreparked at the hotel overnight. I noticed I had a flat rear tire I searched for the closest shop in Arco was the one I chose. I pulled in. they didn't have to say a word. The guy immediately came up to the truck took off the tire and fix the issue.

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Domingo A.

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10 years ago

This guy is awesome! I had gotten into an accident the night before really close to my house. Given my shock from it being my first accident I called the first company I saw on the web and ended up getting taken advantage of. They towed my car literally two blocks to my house and charged me $160 after taking almost an hour. The next day I needed to get my car towed across long beach to a collision center and was worried about what I was going to get charged. I looked on yelp and found Alva's towing, he agreed to tow my car to the shop for less than half the price and arrived within 20 minutes! I couldn't believe the drastic comparison. Such a great and humble guy. Totally recommend it to anyone! read more

Marcos M.

0

4

0

9 years ago

My daughter recently got her license and as part of her turning 16, I gave her my old car to get around. That may not have been the best of ideas when she calls me midday to say that the car wouldn't start. As a dad I panicked a bit, but after clearing my head, I was able to call Alva Affordable Towing & Lockout, detail the situation and within a few moments, William was at my daughter's location to help her out. Alva Affordable Towing & Lockout proved to be a very dependable towing company. I am very happy with their service and I would not hesitate to call them again if I ever need to. read more

Jocie C.

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46

10 years ago

I had a flat and decided to call Alva Affordable Towing. His first question was where I was located. As we continued to discuss the issue over the phone, he was already driving to me. He made it and was able to take care of me really quick! Saved me time and money. He was a genuine man and did not rip me off. I'm thankful for people like this who look out for each other. read more

marie w.

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2

0

4 years ago

Even though William came to tow my car to a repair shop, he was able to look under my hood and tell me exactly what was wrong with my car! I was so grateful for his help! He was extremely helpful, professional, and friendly, and I will 100% be using him again if I ever need towing services! Thank you so much William! read more

Edson R.

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3

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8 years ago

Great service and quick to answer ! He was Very quick and straightforward. Very AFFORDABLE charged me 70 for 15 miles ! Very cool person and will be calling again whenever I need service ! Thanks read more

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Top G Towing

(29 reviews)

Joseph was an amazing help! Front tire blew out. AAA was going to take 3 hours, called another…read moreplace before they took 1.5 hours with no update then I called and Joseph and he said 25 minutes and texted updates on the way and arrived on time. Took me to the shop and waited until the shop confirmed they could help me before dropping off the car. Great service and his two huskies made the day!

Wow! Definitely recommend Top G Towing! Joseph responded to my inquiry within 10 mins and serviced…read moremy car battery replacement within the hour. As I needed service at home and not a shop cus I needed my car the next morning for work. He was to be rescue! I'll def be keeping this business for future needed service, thanks Joseph!

AN Flatbed Towing

(49 reviews)

Stuard was great! Very professional. Superior communication. And perhaps most importantly, he…read moretook great care of my car and delivered her safely.

They responded very quickly after I contacted them, and arrived a little over an hour after we…read morestarted communicating. The driver was very friendly and professional, and the whole towing process was smooth and stress-free. Highly recommend this company if you ever need a towing service!

15 Towing Services

Got my car towed ASAP to ACA Automotive by Lou today. Very professional, quick service and easy to…read morework with. If I ever need towing in the future I'll know who to rely on!.

I love the service here. Hank's is really awesome. I would recommend all my friends and families…read moremembers go to him if in need. Thank you very much again Hank's, your's the best!!!

A Checkered Towing

4.2

(261 reviews)

I am overall satisfied with my experience with A Checkered Towing! Aava in particular was extremely…read morekind and helpful. He helped me push my car out of a parking garage and onto the tow truck, dropped off my car at my preferred auto repair shop, then even gave me a ride home after!

3rd party contacted through triple AAA. I have had the most absolute worst luck in the past year…read morewith car issues and I just HAD to have the , car battery die out of nowhere while I'm in a PAID parking structure. We were planning to go out to dinner and it was already 7:30 PM and I wanted to head home after. I was in full cosplay and looked like a freak I'm sure, but triple AAA updated me that they would take 80 minutes to get there. I was annoyed, but then it quickly went down to only like 20 minutes, enough for me to eat a little bit at the local restaurant and then walk back to the structure just as the towing company got there. Despite it being a small and crowded tight parking structure with lots of people leaving and going, Philip was super patient, helpful and went back and forth from my car to his truck to move it when people had to leave. He checked the battery life and jumped it. Sadly, there was only like 4% of battery life left. He could change the battery for me and I'd get warranty on it too. I did the price comparison on Google and with the labor and new battery and the quickness and convenience it was truly worth it since every where else would take longer and cost more and then I would not even be able to go to the convention afterwards. I chose to change my battery then and there and it didn't take too long either. Philip was courteous and informative too with all of my simple questions. I just had to change the clock and radio stations after, but now my car is good to go! I was being a doom pilled pessimismcel so I'm glad this went super smoothly and reduced all of the panic and stress that I had.

Litos Towing

3.1

(94 reviews)

Fast, affordable, and great customer service. I will definitely be using them as my go-to tow truck…read moreservice. The driver was very friendly and helpful from beginning to end. I highly recommend using their services. Thank you Lito's!

My car broke down after attending a funeral at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Long Beach. We called our…read moreinsurance company and they set us up with Lito's Towing. I have used this company once a few years back. Didn't have a problem that time. The tow truck guy called my husband and gave us an ETA of 1 hour because he was coming from Whittier. We waited for over an hour. We called the tow truck guy MANY TIMES & he never picked up his phone. I called a different number, no answer. We called our insurance company & they couldn't get a hold of the guy. If you can't make it, at least give us a courtesy call that you can't make it & call insurance to get another tow truck! We were stuck in the Cemetery for 3 hours! Terrible service!

JDM Quicktow

(9 reviews)

When they say 24/7 they mean it. Unsure the name who I worked with but he was very communicative…read moreand even late night, he came and fixed things. My new go to mechanic!

Fast response, on time, reasonable prices and overall great service. Highly recommend these folks!read more

Naylo’s Towing

(4 reviews)

I have a car with a dead engine that needed to be moved with short notice. Alejandro was a running…read morea little behind from another job earlier this morning but texted me in advance to let me know. He arrived on time but accidentally went to the wrong address, which is really easy to do around the harbor. Once we found each other, he was so nice and conscientious and when everything was done, offered me a small discount for going to the wrong address. I would ABSOLUTELY use this company any time I need a tow and recommend them to anyone and everyone

Quick and reasonable price on Saturday morning, arrived in half an hour and a flatbed truck as what…read moreI requested

All American Towing & Impound

I called the wrong town lot and I decided to just asked the guy a question and he helped me out a…read morelot to answer so I very polite and willing to help for sure you guys didn't even have to help me, but he went out of his way to help me by giving me little bit of information he knows about getting a release to the insurance company on my car was totaled. Thank you guys again.

Can't beat this customer service. They took care of me so quickly and casually yet professionally,…read moreI cannot remember the last time I went from so stressed to so relieved that quick. I will 100% be using them again in the future, thank you so much!

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