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A situation that requires a tow truck can be overwhelming, but knowing what to expect in towing costs can make it easier. Bolster's Towing in Kalispell, MT, has provided expert towing and roadside assistance to residents of the Flathead Valley since 1971 and is happy to help you understand the costs of tow truck service.

The expense of towing a small sedan or pickup usually starts with a base rate, also known as a hook-up fee. The base rate usually covers the first 5–7 miles of towing, but there may be additional mileage costs if your car needs to be towed a long distance. Sometimes what is wrong with your vehicle will impact the price of towing. A broken axle, stuck in Park, lost a tire, brakes locked up, etc will require an additional charge for dollies (small tires and axles) or removing the drive line of heavier SUVs or pickups. Bolster's Towing offers affordable rates to limit the impact on your wallet.

imageThe vehicle type also factors into the cost of tow truck service. Towing expenses are figured differently for All Wheel Drive vehicles, 1 ton pickup trucks, farm tractors, semi tractor trailers, and other heavy-duty vehicles because they require specialized tow trucks.

Higher charges also may be applied if other issues make your car harder to tow; flat tires, low profile, oversize tires, etc. The professionals at Bolster's Towing are prepared for any situation, offering a fleet of tow trucks that let them handle medium or heavy vehicles and adverse weather. Medium or heavy sized vehicles are charged an hourly rate from the time the semi tow truck leaves Bolster’s office until it returns to the office; removing drive lines or securing items on the truck is included in the time spent on location.

Your vehicle’s situation is another factor that affects the cost of towing. If your sedan, pickup or SUV is stuck in mud, ice, snow or trapped in a ditch, a tow truck operator will need a significant amount of time to take care of it. Your recovery cost will be truck and mileage to reach your location, plus a portion of an hourly winching rate. No matter how difficult it is to recover your vehicle, Bolster's Towing will provide fair and reasonable rates for their services.

Call Bolster's Towing at (406) 752-4528 when you need 24/7 emergency towing or roadside assistance. 

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