Light to Heavy Duty Towing

Light to Heavy-Duty Towing Services in Des Moines

Breakdowns and accidents can happen at any time. Roy’s Towing provides dependable towing and recovery for drivers and fleets across Des Moines and surrounding areas. Our team handles light, medium, and heavy-duty vehicles with safety-first precision and 24/7 availability.

Light, Medium, and Heavy-Duty Towing Explained

Different vehicles require different towing methods.

• Light Duty Towing: Cars, small SUVs, and motorcycles. Used for roadside breakdowns, lockouts, or short transports.

• Medium Duty Towing: Box trucks, delivery vans, and service vehicles. Ideal for small fleet operations.

• Heavy Duty Towing: Semis, buses, RVs, and industrial equipment. Requires specialized rotators, dual-booms, and experienced operators.

Roy’s Towing is equipped to manage all three categories safely, using dedicated trucks and equipment for each type of vehicle.

Certified Operators with Proven Experience

Every Roy’s Towing operator is Iowa DOT-certified and trained in advanced rigging, load balancing, and recovery techniques. Crews are dispatched 24/7 for:

• Accident recovery and winch-outs

• Tractor-trailer uprighting

• Fleet towing and vehicle relocations

• On-site coordination with law enforcement and insurance

Our experience ensures fast, compliant, and damage-free recoveries for every call.

Advanced Equipment and Safety Standards

Roy’s uses modern, well-maintained towing units equipped for all conditions:

• Heavy-duty rotators for semi and bus recoveries

• Flatbeds with soft straps for luxury or low-clearance vehicles

• Portable winches and air cushions for rollovers

• Spill-response kits and safety cones for roadside control

Each truck is inspected daily, and every job is logged for accountability and safety compliance.

24/7 Dispatch and Real-Time Tracking

We know towing emergencies rarely happen during business hours. Roy’s operates 365 days a year, offering consistent support day and night. Our dispatchers monitor traffic and weather in real time to route the nearest available unit.
Average response times within the Des Moines metro are typically 30–45 minutes, depending on weather and highway congestion.

Transparent Pricing and Insurance Support

Pricing is provided upfront before dispatch. We never charge hidden or after-hours fees. Documentation is available for insurance and roadside reimbursement claims. Payments are accepted via cash, card, or fleet billing.
Every tow includes detailed service notes for your records.

Fleet and Heavy Equipment Recovery

Roy’s Towing supports commercial fleets, logistics companies, and contractors with:

• Semi and tractor-trailer recoveries

• Oversized equipment transport with permit compliance

• Bus and RV towing

• Accident cleanup and load transfers

All recoveries follow Iowa DOT permit and weight regulations, ensuring safety and legality throughout transport.

Preventive Safety Tips While Waiting for a Tow

• Move to a safe shoulder or off-road area if possible.

• Keep hazard lights and flares visible.

• Stay inside your vehicle on busy roads.

• Do not accept help from unmarked vehicles.

• Keep your phone on and maintain visibility for arriving crews.

Following these steps helps our drivers reach you faster and safely.

Why Iowa Drivers Trust Roy’s

• 50+ years of local towing and recovery experience

• Licensed, insured, and safety-certified

• Fleet and commercial partnerships statewide

• Reliable 24/7 emergency response

• Transparent communication on every job

Roy’s is the name Iowa drivers and companies rely on when uptime and safety matter most.

Call Roy’s Towing & Recovery Now

For immediate towing or recovery, call (515) 225-6088. Our dispatch team will gather vehicle details, send the nearest available truck, and provide your estimated time of arrival.
Roy’s Towing & Recovery keeps Des Moines drivers moving—day or night, light or heavy duty.

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