Howard&#x27;s Towing

I had a great experience with Towriffic Towing. They were very helpful. They helped me from a long…read moredistance issue. I recommend this towing service Judy Boyd

Unfortunately my truck broke down while driving home and I had my lawn equipment trailer attached…read moreto my truck. I googled "towing service near me" and found Towriffic Towing. They came with a very good rating as well so I gave them a call. He told me he would be there in 30-45 minutes. He actually showed up in about twenty five minutes and with the trailer still attached to my truck he hooked up to my truck and towed my truck and trailer together to my apartment. He help me push my trailer in to my garage and continued to tow my truck to the mechanic shop of my choice. He was very friendly, very helpful and his price was very reasonable. I would highly recommend Towriffic to anyone in need of their vehicle to be towed.

Wayne's Towing

4.2

(35 reviews)

Walked out of the Harris Teeter to discover we had a flat! Was referred to Wayne's Towing and they…read moredispatched someone very quickly, plus gave us updates on arrival. Patrick arrived and promptly went to work, plus went above and beyond to check our spare for air pressure and make sure we were road ready. Seemed to take no time at all and he was very fast, efficient, and friendly. Highly recommend!

flat tire coming home from Airport on one 40 east, pulled over on off ramp to military cutoff, no…read morebreakdown lane, Joe from Waynes, responded quickly , had wheelchair and baggage, Joe got me to safe place and was tremendous.

Thomas Towing & Transport

4.3

(19 reviews)

This was my 2nd experience with Thomas Towing and they provided exceptional service! My car cut off…read morein 5pm traffic in Ogden, just off Market St. They were there in 20 minutes & towed my car to the garage. Thank you so much!!

I had an absolutely terrible experience with Thompson Towing through my Geico roadside assistance…read more My son locked his keys in the car, so I called Geico at approximately 11:50 AM. Thompson Towing sent a text with an ETA of 12:53 PM. Then the delays started. First, they pushed the ETA to 1:54 PM. Then to 2:55 PM. When I called to check, the representative simply said they had to "move things around"--meaning my wait time was pushed even further. At 3:30 PM, the driver finally called to say he was on the way but Work out a little bit I moved it hey buddy, hey buddy would take 45 minutes since he was across town. But unbelievably, at 3:50 PM, he called back saying he got another call! I am not exaggerating--this actually happened. It's clear to me that Thompson Towing does not care about Geico or its customers. I told Geico to put a note in my account never to send them again. If you're in need of timely roadside assistance, I strongly recommenend looking elsewhere.

Kirby's Towing & Recovery

Very fast to get to me and very professional and also was a decent price. Mike towed me to blacks…read moretire because my tire exploded after i accidentally hit a curb. They did everything I asked of them and didn't try to upsell me. Been going there for years!!!

My vehicle had to be towed to the dealership from my house. Kirby's Towing said it would be after…read morelunch but they got to it earlier than that. The diver was very polite and professional.

Chambers Towing and Recovery, LLC

Very pleasant and professional folks to deal with. I called to make an appointment for a tow the…read morefollowing day and the woman I spoke with on the phone was extremely nice and the appointment was set, although she cautioned that the truck may be a few minutes late due to a high volume of calls and being one tow truck down. The following morning after waiting approximately 1 hour past the scheduled time I called back and spoke with the same woman and was told that there had been a computer/scheduling glitch but that a truck would be dispatched right away. She was very apologetic and offered the tow at no cost. The driver arrived about 30 minutes later and was very professional and got my truck to the repair shop straight away. This inconvenience, which at best was only minor for me, did show me that there are small businesses out there that care about their customers and will go out of their way to make something right. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

From the owner: With 35 years experienceread more

Hooked-Up Towing & Recovery

4.6

(10 reviews)

Everyone from the owner/dispatcher to the tow truck driver was very nice and helpful to me in the…read moremost embarrassing situation. They are affiliated with AAA and close to my house which is a comfort to me.

Kennedy's always has great customer service . Scott is…read morewonderful to work with . I trust them , They don't do anything your car doesn't need.

Extreme Detail

I purchased a brand new car, after I washed it I discovered it was all scratched up. I was very…read moresad!! I took it to Ray, he is so nice, he said he would do his best to fix my car and my heartbreak. He did!!!!! I give him a10. Super nice people with that home town feel. Julie Forbes.

From the owner: From towing, washing your vehicle, pressure washing your home to waxing your boat, we have you…read morecovered! We offer complete car solutions to fit any person's needs. We have a full service detail department partnered with a Napa Car Center and Towing Service. From start to finish, we can take care of everything at one location at one time. No need to run around making appointments. Call today and set your appointment for all your car care needs!

Hockaday’s Towing and Transport

10/5 STARS If I…read morecould give this company 10 stars, I would. I've worked with a lot of hauling and transport companies over the years, and these guys are in a league of their own. While I haven't used them for vehicle transport, they have handled all of my heavy equipment moves in and out of active construction sites, and every experience has been exceptional. Their drivers are highly skilled, safety-conscious, and know exactly how to navigate challenging job site conditions. Their response time is unbelievably fast, their communication is outstanding, and their professionalism is second to none. When they tell you they'll be there, they're there. In the construction industry, downtime costs money, and this team understands that. They've consistently helped keep my project moving without delays and have gone above and beyond every time I've called. For the remainder of my project, I won't be calling anyone else. They've earned all of my hauling business. Great people, great service, and a great company that truly takes pride in what they do. If you're looking for a company that is reliable, professional, responsive, and knows how to get the job done right, look no further. Highly recommended.

From the owner: Call us for your towing and hauling needs! We specialize in car towing, truck towing, heavy…read morehauling, RV towing, winch outs, roadside service, welding and diesel repair.

East Coast Towing

I am Bill from Elizabeth City, NC and I want to give a "High Five, Thumbs Up and a Great Thanks"…read more to East Coast Towing in Wilmington, NC. The two gentlemen Bryan and Dave that helped me were outstanding in their professionalism, repairing my auto in a timely manner and certainly at an affordable price. My 88 Dodge truck right front brake caliber froze and was smoking when I got it off the road. I am 60 yrs old and never been left on the side of the road before. I am 5 hrs away from home and didn't know who to call for repair. I usually do work like this on my own vehicles and I knew what it would of cost me if I did it myself and what honest garages would charge in my area. I have heard stories of people being taken advantage of by repair shops when caught in this situation. I thought about it and decided to call a Auto parts store and ask them who would be the best to call in my situation. I figured these guys know all the auto shops and who was the best. East Coast Towing was recommended. I was on a major hwy with road construction on a Friday afternoon and 4th of July weekend and it's hot. I'm going to guess they arrived within 15-20 minutes after calling. The driver Dave was great and asked where I wanted to be towed. When I called ECT I was speaking to a fella I did not know at the time and he said he could do the repair or get me to another garage to do the repair. I choose to let them do the repair since they were recommended and could get right to it. I could not ask for a better experience in emergency road repair. Every aspect of the interaction between these two guys from the calling, towing, repair, being social and cost was so much better than ever expected. In fact my bill was a hundred less than I expected. My brakes performed as they should on my 5 hr drive home. There are a lot of places that can do this type of work and do a good job, however, I felt these guys really cared about the traveling public and the hardship of breaking down and being left on the side of the road 5 hrs away from home. Thanks for the great service and next time I'm down that way I will stop in just to hopefully to say "Hi". Bill Hurt Elizabeth City, NC 7/2/2016

From the owner: 24 Hour Service & Local Towing - Wilmington Area Long…read moredistance towing only in outer areas From flat tires to antique vehicle transport, our 24-hour emergency towing and roadside assistance services are available to help you through any unexpected situation. With fast response times and knowledgeable drivers, we'll get the job done quickly and safely

That Guy

We were from out of town and needed a water pump. That Guy came to our aide on the side of the…read moreroad. He got our truck towed and the next morning he had our truck fixed. He was quick, efficient, and reasonable. We highly recommend!

From the owner: With 38 years of hands-on experience, That Guy isn’t just another mechanic — he’s the one people…read morecall when they want the job done right the first time. From motorcycles to cars, trucks, and vans, if it runs on a gasoline engine, he’s fixed it, rebuilt it, or brought it back from the dead. His career started the old-school way: learning engines inside and out, turning wrenches long before diagnostics were digital, and earning trust one repair at a time. Over nearly four decades, he’s seen every breakdown imaginable and learned that no two problems — or customers — are ever the same. That experience means honest answers, practical solutions, and no guesswork. Whether it’s routine maintenance or a problem other shops couldn’t figure out, That Guy brings knowledge, patience, and pride to every repair. Now as a mobile mechanic, he brings that same expertise directly to you — saving you time, hassle, and unnecessary towing. No shop pressure. No upselling. Just reliable repairs from someone who genuinely knows engines. When your vehicle needs attention, you don’t need a mechanic. You need That Guy. So contact us today!!

Damien's Paint & Body Shop

4.6

(14 reviews)

I was looking to get my hood and roof repainted as the roof was starting to show little pock marks…read more The hood also had discoloration due to being kept outside and had a leaf print. I brought it into Damien's for a quote and met with Damien. He provided me a very reasonable quote and said that his office manager would schedule the appointment. My car was finished in a few days and it the exact color match. It looks amazing. They were a pleasure to work with. They were accommodating and finished the job on time. Extra bonus are the sweetest two shop dogs you'll ever meet.

Stop using student's to do all the work. Poor workmanship…read moreHugh spaces where water could get in the car. Had a full tank of gas someone suck it all out. QUALITY of work was bad, look like bumper is going to fall off anyway now. Just keep riding by that joint please believe, I warned you, First thing Damien ask you is how much the insurance com. giving you so, he can take it ALL. That my opinion!!!!

NC Inspection Center

Wow! I was recommended to them by a co-worker and when I arrived there were several people waiting…read morefirst thing in the morning so I was worried I would be late for work! WRONG! LOL They were so quick! Excellent service!

Excellent work and fast service, no appointment needed, highly recommend using this inspection…read morestation!

Black's Tire & Auto Service

4.4

(40 reviews)

I came here because I was about to make a trip, & felt a vibration in my car. I had gotten all tire…read morepressure sensors replaced, & tires aligned 5 months earlier. I was told it might be the alignment, or the tire balancing; I had them do both. I was told my brakes were "worn" (whose aren't?!), but didn't have that done. I was also told the age of my tires might be leading to dry rot. (5 years) When I got out on the highway, the vibration was WORSE! I had to drive at a slower speed to a Subaru dealer in VA. They told me I had a bubble in one tire, & they were "feathering". I had them check the brakes, & they MEASURED the brakes pads at 3 mm, which indicated they needed replacing. Tires were on sale. So I replaced! My Master mechanic son-in-law, When he had taken a look at my tires & heard my story, said: "You need to find a new place to take your car." Wasted $175!

Fast service, friendly technicians in and out in a flash. I've been doing business with Blacks Tire…read morefor more than 30 years and they've always treated me fairly and done their best to address the problems and get me back on the road with all of my vehicles.

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Alexandria C.

7 years ago

PLEASE STAY AWAY FROM THIS TOWING COMPANY!!!! we had a sign in the window of our car saying we will be back to tow our car. left the note in the window. had the car in a parking spot of a parking lot of the place we give plasma. These people took our car and towed it and wanted 305.00 dollars and wanted another 125.00 to tow it to our home. they kept changing the price higher and higher calling us back. they are more then thieves. I found these reviews they are all bad at HOWARDS TOWING. not only that. they went to the concert amphitheater in Wilmington while people are at the concert and was towing all the cars there while people were at concert.... WHO DOES THIS SHIT.....??? everything we read was these people are crooks. they also have assault charges.. all this we were reading while waiting to get our car back. while we were waiting there was another person who had a flat tire she left to get a tire 3 hours later coming back to the gas station where she left it. theses same people towed her car. while she was getting a tire. there was a cop who came around driving around HOWARDS TOWING.... and he said he has had run ins with this company. I told him what they did when we had a note. the police couldn't know all the details. but these people have such bad reviews cause they are crooks. they say they have contracts at business where they can pick up the vehicles the fact is they do not. we have asked the owners of these properties and they do not. they have also been known to put false signs up to tow. you will find everything online. you don't have to take my word for it. STAY THE HELL AWAY FROM THESE PEOPLE. THEY are not only crooks but assault people. read more

Emily B.

2 years ago

terrible people took my car with me right there hope they all go to hell can't afford to pay and they took it right there

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