Blog | S & R Repairs Towing & Recovery Inc - Part 18

Latest Posts

How to Choose the Right Towing Service for You

September 2, 2020

Towing companies seem to come a dime a dozen these days. Anyone with a tow truck and a little bit of experience seems to think they’re capable of running a towing operation. Unfortunately, that’s not the case, and choosing the wrong person or company when you need towing in Centre County, PA can lead to disaster. Continue reading to learn how to choose a qualified towing service to meet your needs: Reputation: Go on websites like Angie’s List to find a towing service with a four- or five-star rating. It’s safe to assume that if previous customers have had a... View Article

Tips for Towing Heavy Equipment

August 19, 2020

Anyone who assumes “towing is towing” and that there’s no difference between towing a small sedan and a heavy-duty pickup truck or construction equipment is sorely mistaken. Larger vehicles require more consideration when it comes to towing in Centre County, PA. This post will cover everything you need to know about towing heavy-duty vehicles and equipment: Hire experienced drivers:Drivers who have been around the block and know how to safely load, drive and unload a variety of vehicle types are more likely to be successful. With an experienced driver behind the wheel, you can rest easy knowing the vehicle will... View Article

The Hardest Tasks for a Tow Truck Driver

July 31, 2020

Being a tow truck driver is a difficult and dangerous job, even on the best days. Not everyone can drive a tow truck, which is why we’re so proud of having the cream of the crop working for us and providing a top level of service to every customer who calls us up. Our drivers are put in positions that can be very challenging to navigate, so we take pride in making sure they have the best training and equipment so they can work their way out of anything and get your car back on the road in no time.... View Article

Why Our Customers Are Our Top Priority

July 17, 2020

The auto care business is a challenging and rewarding line of work to be in. We see a lot of difficulties and problems faced by our customers, and it’s our pleasure and privilege to help them with their car troubles so they can get back out on the road as quickly as possible. We can’t exist without our customers, so we take real pride in making them our absolute top priority in everything that we do. While towing in Centre County, PA is just one part of what we do, we bring that same spirit and commitment to every service... View Article

Four Common Types of Heavy Towing Equipment

July 2, 2020

Heavy-duty towing service in Centre County, PA includes special equipment needed to tow semi trucks, tractors, busses, motor coaches and trailers. Trucks and equipment performing this work must be able to handle the weight and abide by the special requirements for moving these larger vehicles. Operators also offer specific skills to use this equipment successfully. Here are four common types of heavy towing equipment used for semi trucks, motor homes and other large vehicles: Fully hydraulic lowboys: These are the specialty tow trucks used to handle large, heavy vehicles. Set aside for only the largest jobs, the trucks offer the... View Article