2016

About Me
Towing Tips, Tricks and Tidbits: A Towing Services Blog

Hello! My name is Tony, and this blog is all about towing and towing services. I used to work for a small municipality, and we did everything, from clearing snow, to street sweeping, to towing abandoned vehicles, to cleaning up graffiti. Now, I work with my wife on a small sausage company we have created so I am no longer in that role. I have a bit more time than I did when I was working, and as a result, I get to spend extra time out on the trails with my Land Cruiser. Unfortunately, I sometimes get stuck playing in the mud. Luckily, I know a lot about towing. In this blog, I am going to share all of those tips with you. Thank you for reading!

Archive

What to Consider When Selecting a Roadside Assistance Company

19 July 2016
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Some people do not think about which company they will contact until they are in an emergency. Such a reactive approach may leave you stranded at the roadside for a long time as you wait for help. It is therefore better to identify a roadside assistance company early so that you limit the chances of not getting timely help when you need it the most. This article discusses some of the factors that you should consider so that you select the best towing company for roadside assistance. Read More …

Best Practices for Transporting a Fork Lift

4 June 2016
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If you own a business, or plan to rent heavy equipment for work purposes, you may discover it is necessary to transport a forklift from one location to another. While this may seem pretty simple, there are a few steps to follow to ensure no serious issues arise during the move. A forklift weights approximately twice what the average family car does, which means the method of moving it is going to require special considerations. Read More …

Why You Should Never Try to Tow a Car on Your Own

31 May 2016
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Towing a car doesn't seem very complicated to many car owners; you simply hook up a thick and sturdy chain or cable between two cars and pull the one along, right? While this might seem simple enough, the job of towing is actually much more complicated than you might realize. Even if you need a car towed just a short distance or find it's stuck in shallow mud or sand, you always want to have a professional tow truck manage this job for you. Read More …

Four Tips for Minimising Damage When You Are Storing a Trailer Outside

24 May 2016
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If you have a utility trailer, but you don't have room in your garage to store it, you will have to store it outside. Unfortunately, the elements can be hard on a trailer, but with the right approach, you can minimise potential damage and store your trailer safely. Here is what you need to keep in mind: 1. Prepare the frame for storage by painting over scratches. If you have scratches in the frame, paint over them before putting the trailer in storage. Read More …

4 Precautions You Should Be Aware of During DIY Towing

19 May 2016
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It is normally advisable to call for help from a tow company when your car breaks down. However, some people want to try DIY towing by asking a friend to use his or her vehicle to tow the crippled one. This article discusses some important issues that you should keep in mind if you are asked to tow a damaged vehicle. Ensure the Vehicle Is in Neutral You should never attempt to tow a vehicle before making sure that its gear lever is in neutral. Read More …