A heavy-duty towing service can tow heavy equipment that a standard truck cannot transport. It requires a trained driver and a specialized tow truck, so before you hire this service, there are some things you should know. Doing your homework beforehand will ensure your equipment arrives in a safe and timely manner without any issues.

Prep Checklist for Heavy-Duty Towing

1. Decide If You Need One

Make sure that your situation requires a heavy-duty tow. Standard vehicles that will require one are semi-trucks, semi tractor-trailers, cars on tracks, vehicles with more than six wheels, buses, motor homes, and oddly shaped cars. Determine your vehicle’s weight, so you know whether their equipment can handle lifting it.

2. Check Route Regulatory Requirements

The Department of Transportation (DOT) has regulations for heavy-duty commercial vehicles. The company you hire should follow them, and their tow trucks should have DOT numbers and follow the guidelines set by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). The driver must have a medical exam, background check, log of road hours, and keep a record of how often they tow certain vehicles, like tractor-trailers. Familiarity with regulatory requirements is particularly important when crossing state lines since they are responsible for knowing the state’s rules.

3. Insurance & Safety

You only want to work with a company that will take responsibility for your vehicle in the event of damage. They should be fully covered under an insurance policy and be willing to send you the details on their coverage. The company should have a physical location since this makes it much easier to file an insurance claim with them.

The team at Goldbeck Towing Service has a 60-ton rotator equipped to handle heavy-duty towing, and they have cranes that can lift as much as 13,000 pounds. For more than 60 years, this auto hauling team has been serving La Crosse, WI, with safe, reliable, and high-quality services. Learn more about their towing capabilities online and call (608) 781-4869 today to request immediate assistance.