Local Towing in Buffalo NY & Western New York — 716-324-1023
Local Tow Truck Service
Local Towing in Buffalo NY
Buffalo Towing Services provides local car towing and vehicle transportation for eligible cars, SUVs, pickups and vans. Request a breakdown tow, non-running vehicle pickup or repair-shop delivery in Buffalo and confirmed Western New York communities. Local light-duty towing starts at $125.
Our Buffalo towing service transports eligible vehicles from accessible homes, workplaces, parking lots and automotive facilities to approved destinations. Provide your pickup location, destination and vehicle condition so dispatch can confirm the appropriate service and pricing.
Owner-operated since 2015 • Flatbed and wheel-lift towing • Online estimates • Direct requests require no app or membership
Local Tow Truck Service in Buffalo
Buffalo towing may be needed after a no-start condition, mechanical breakdown, electrical failure, overheating, transmission problems, collision or wheel damage. Eligible disabled, non-running and unsafe-to-drive vehicles can be assessed for transport to an approved destination.
Local pickups may include homes, workplaces, parking lots, repair facilities, dealerships and body shops. Tell dispatch whether the vehicle rolls, steers, brakes and shifts into neutral, along with any damage or access concerns.
Requests may be submitted day or night. Acceptance and estimated arrival depend on availability, traffic, weather, route, vehicle condition, access and safe equipment limits. Immediate dispatch is not guaranteed.
Common Local Towing Situations
Vehicle Will Not Start
Eligible vehicles that will not start or remain running may require towing. If a discharged battery may be the cause, review mobile jump-start service.
Mechanical Breakdown
Transport may be appropriate after engine trouble, overheating, transmission failure or steering problems prevent safe driving.
Electrical Failure
Charging-system trouble or another electrical failure may require towing to a repair facility for diagnosis.
Repair Shop Transportation
Request delivery to an approved mechanic, dealership, body shop, collision center, home or business.
Accident-Damaged Vehicle
Transport may be available after any required scene release and safe loading assessment. See accident towing.
Scheduled Vehicle Move
Request planned non-running vehicle transport, shop transfers and dealership deliveries, subject to scheduling and eligibility.
Local Towing Prices
All amounts are starting prices. The accepted calculator or dispatch quote determines the total based on the service and actual conditions.
- Local light-duty towing: from $125.
- Accident towing: from $175.
- Long-distance towing: from $200.
- Qualifying medium-duty towing: from $250.
- Approved service on Routes 33, 198, 219, 290, 400 or I-990: from $175.
Loaded Mileage
The $125 local light-duty starting rate includes five loaded miles from pickup to destination, then $4 per additional loaded mile. Loaded trips over 25 miles automatically use the $200 long-distance starting rate, with five loaded miles included, then $4 per additional loaded mile.
Enroute Mileage
Enroute travel combines home base to pickup and drop-off to home base. The first 10 combined enroute miles are included; additional enroute miles are $2 per mile. Enroute mileage is separate from loaded mileage.
Night, Weekend and Holiday Pricing
Weekday night pricing adds $20 from 10:00 PM through 6:00 AM. The $35 weekend surcharge applies from Friday at 10:00 PM through Monday at 6:00 AM, replacing the weekday night charge during that period. An applicable holiday surcharge is $35.
Other Charges and Payment
Neutral assistance is $35 when required. Waiting is $15 per 15 minutes with no free period. Applicable sales tax is 8.75%. Difficult access, vehicle condition and approved extra labor may add charges.
Cancellation after dispatch is $50, subject to disclosed cancellation and scene terms. Cash receives a 5% discount. There is no additional card processing fee. Card-paid dispatch requires preauthorization.
Review the service terms and conditions with your quote.
Important Highway Service Information
No Service on I-90 or I-190, Including Their Ramps
The truck may travel on these highways but cannot perform towing or roadside assistance there. Contact an authorized highway provider or the appropriate emergency authority.
Routes 33, 198, 219, 290, 400 and I-990
Service may be available within the operating area when legal and safe. The starting rate is $175 plus applicable enroute mileage, loaded towing mileage, tax, time surcharges, waiting and approved extras.
Vehicles We May Tow Locally
- Cars, sedans, coupes, hatchbacks and station wagons.
- SUVs, crossovers and eligible AWD or 4x4 vehicles.
- Pickup trucks within safe size and weight limits.
- Eligible passenger, cargo, work and delivery vans.
- Electric and hybrid vehicles when safely serviceable.
- Qualifying medium-duty vehicles from 6,000 through 9,000 pounds.
No vehicles over 9,000 pounds, heavy-duty trucks, semis, tractor-trailers, buses, RVs, motorhomes or oversized vehicles are accepted. No out-of-state or private impound towing. Dimensions, condition and access also determine eligibility.
See medium-duty towing requirements and vehicle brands we tow.
Flatbed and Wheel-Lift Local Towing
Our primary truck is a 2023 Hino L6 with a Century 12 flatbed and wheel-lift. The towing method depends on manufacturer requirements, drivetrain, weight, clearance, wheel condition, damage and safe loading access.
Flatbed Towing
Flatbed transportation may be used when suitable for vehicle condition, drivetrain and loading requirements. Eligible AWD, electric, hybrid, classic and luxury vehicles require an individual assessment.
Wheel-Lift Towing
Wheel-lift transportation may be used when compatible with the vehicle and requested move.
Dollies When Appropriate
Dollies may be used when appropriate within safe equipment limits.
Local Towing to Repair Shops and Dealerships
Choose an approved repair shop, dealership, body shop, collision center, home or business. Confirm the destination can receive the vehicle before dispatch.
For after-hours delivery, confirm parking, gate access and approved key-drop instructions. Commercial customers may request eligible repeat vehicle moves and shop-to-shop transfers, subject to availability.
How to Request Local Towing
- Request towing: Call or open the online calculator.
- Enter locations: Provide pickup and destination locations.
- Add vehicle details: Provide the year, make, model and condition.
- Review pricing: Review mileage and applicable charges.
- Confirm dispatch: Complete customer and payment details after availability is confirmed.
- Coordinate delivery: Follow accepted pickup and delivery instructions.
AAA Members
Call AAA first and request Buffalo Towing Services. AAA controls coverage, authorization and dispatch; requesting Buffalo Towing Services does not guarantee assignment. View AAA information.
Local Towing Service Areas
Eligible pickups may include Downtown Buffalo, North Buffalo, South Buffalo and confirmed surrounding Western New York communities. Dispatch confirms the exact location, route and availability.
Local Towing Frequently Asked Questions
How much does local towing cost in Buffalo?
Local light-duty towing starts at $125 with five loaded miles included, then $4 per additional loaded mile. Ten combined enroute miles are included, then $2 per additional enroute mile. Tax and disclosed charges may apply.
Can you tow a disabled or non-running vehicle?
Many disabled or non-running vehicles may be serviceable, subject to condition, access and safe loading limits.
Can you tow my vehicle to a repair shop?
Yes, eligible vehicles may be delivered to an approved repair shop, dealership, body shop, home or business.
Can you tow an AWD, 4x4 or electric vehicle?
Many may be serviceable. The method depends on manufacturer requirements, drivetrain, clearance, weight, condition and safe loading.
Can you provide service on I-90 or I-190?
No towing or roadside assistance is performed on I-90, I-190 or their ramps. The truck may travel on these highways.
Can you provide service on Routes 33, 198, 219, 290, 400 and I-990?
Service may be available when legal, safe and within the operating area, starting at $175 plus applicable mileage and disclosed charges.
What is the maximum medium-duty vehicle weight?
Qualifying medium-duty vehicles range from 6,000 through 9,000 pounds. Nothing over 9,000 pounds is accepted. Equipment and access limits also apply.
How do I request local towing?
Call 716-324-1023 or use the online towing calculator. Provide pickup, destination, vehicle details and the reason for towing.
Request Local Towing in Buffalo
Need a Buffalo towing service for a disabled vehicle or approved local move? Call Buffalo Towing Services or use the calculator to request a local towing estimate.