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# Best Towing in Charleston, SC - CharlestonTopRated.com

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# Best towing companies in Charleston, SC

Verified Charleston towing companies for 24/7 towing, roadside assistance, jump starts, and lockouts - serving Downtown, West Ashley, Mount Pleasant, James Island, Daniel Island, North Charleston and beyond.

Rankings updated November 2026 from Google ratings and review volume - not paid placement

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## How to pick a towing company in Charleston

When you are stuck on the shoulder, you want a dispatcher who answers instantly and a driver who shows up when they said. Top-rated towing companies publish their rates and hit their ETAs.

Salt air, historic homes and hurricane season are hard on a house. Lowcountry owners need trades who understand old construction and coastal weather. When you compare towing companies in Charleston, ask every one of them the same three questions: are you licensed and insured for this exact work, who is actually showing up (your crew or a sub), and what does the warranty cover in writing.

Searching for towing companies near me in Charleston? Everyone ranked below serves Charleston and the surrounding neighborhoods, including Downtown, West Ashley, Mount Pleasant, James Island, Daniel Island, North Charleston. Check the address and service area on a listing before you call, because the closest one is not always the one a search engine puts first.

If this is an emergency, call rather than fill in a form. A breakdown, a collision or a lockout on the shoulder is the case for calling instead of waiting for morning. Ask up front whether they are dispatching tonight and what the after-hours call-out fee is: 24/7 availability is not something a star rating can tell you.

How we rank these Charleston businesses

Today this order comes from public Google ratings and review volume, and nothing else.

- **A quality floor.** At least a 4.0 rating and 15 or more reviews to be listed at all.

- **Confidence, not just stars.** A thin rating gets pulled toward the typical rating for its own category, in proportion to how few reviews back it up; a well-reviewed rating is trusted almost entirely as is. A 4.9 from 7 reviews is a weaker claim than a 4.5 from 890, and the order says so.

- **Recent counts for more.** A five star review from four years ago is not evidence about the crew working today.

- **One customer, one voice,** and a burst of reviews in a single day counts for less than the same reviews earned over a month.

- **Local means local.** A business has to actually serve Charleston to be listed here. We measure the distance from the business to the city and drop the ones that are really in another market, which is why you will not see a clinic an hour away sitting above the one down the road.

- **The ranked order is not for sale.** No business can pay to move up in the numbered list. Every position in it is earned on public ratings and review volume and nothing else.

- **Featured is a labelled spotlight, not a rank.** The starred card above the rankings is reserved for businesses that have recently joined Top Rated. A new client can be excellent and still have a short review history, and the numbers alone would bury them for months, so the spotlight gives them visibility while that history builds. It carries no position number, it never moves anyone in the numbered list below it, and it is clearly marked every time it appears. We also rotate it: promotions and seasonal events cycle different clients through the slot, so it is a turn in the spotlight rather than a permanent purchase.

**What is changing.** We are adding a second signal: reviews left here by customers whose job we can actually trace. It is built and published below so you can see it before it counts, and it is not part of the order yet. A review will count more when we can prove the job happened, not because it was left on our site.

How much each kind of review counts

- 1.6x**Verified job**

A Top Rated review from a customer whose job we can trace: we brokered the lead, the work was booked, and the review came after the job.

- 1.2x**Verified account**

A Top Rated review from a real, signed-in account that we cannot tie to a specific job.

- 1x**Google**

A public Google review. This is the baseline and it is not discounted.

- 0x**Unverified**

Anything we cannot stand behind. Shown if we show it, counts for nothing.

Still curious? [The full methodology](/methodology/) and [the FAQ](/faq/).

## The full Charleston ranking

Show independents only

1

[Dooley Towing Independent · Locally Owned](/biz/dooley-towing/)

★★★★★ 5 · 332 Google reviews · 240 Eagle Rd

[View profile](/biz/dooley-towing/) [Call](tel:+18438010403) [Website](https://www.dooleytowing.com/?utm_source=topratedcities&utm_medium=referral)

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[CAP Towing Independent · Locally Owned](/biz/cap-towing/)

★★★★★ 5 · 246 Google reviews · 520 Folly Rd Ste 25 223

[View profile](/biz/cap-towing/) [Call](tel:+18439001231) [Website](http://charlestontow.com/?utm_source=topratedcities&utm_medium=referral)

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3

[Interstate Brokers LLC Independent · Locally Owned](/biz/interstate-brokers-llc/)

★★★★★ 5 · 64 Google reviews · 520 Old Folly Rd

[View profile](/biz/interstate-brokers-llc/) [Call](tel:+18434103119)

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[Corbin's Hitch Shop & Manufacturing Services Independent · Locally Owned](/biz/corbin-s-hitch-shop-manufacturing-services/)

★★★★½ 4.9 · 296 Google reviews · 4534 Durant Ave

[View profile](/biz/corbin-s-hitch-shop-manufacturing-services/) [Call](tel:+18437473400) [Website](http://www.corbinshitch.com/?utm_source=topratedcities&utm_medium=referral)

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5

[ECLuxx Towing & Recovery Independent · Locally Owned](/biz/ecluxx-towing-recovery/)

★★★★½ 4.9 · 148 Google reviews · 4280 Piggly Wiggly Dr

[View profile](/biz/ecluxx-towing-recovery/) [Call](tel:+18438064471) [Website](https://ecluxxtow.com/?utm_source=topratedcities&utm_medium=referral)

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6

[Mitchell's Towing Independent · Locally Owned](/biz/mitchell-s-towing/)

★★★★½ 4.9 · 120 Google reviews · 5083 County Line Rd

[View profile](/biz/mitchell-s-towing/) [Call](tel:+18438136335) [Website](http://mitchellandson843.com/?utm_source=topratedcities&utm_medium=referral)

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7

[Swett's Hauling & Towing Independent · Locally Owned](/biz/swett-s-hauling-towing/)

★★★★★ 5 · 24 Google reviews · 5087 Railroad Ave

[View profile](/biz/swett-s-hauling-towing/) [Call](tel:+18434063485) [Website](http://www.swetttowing.com/?utm_source=topratedcities&utm_medium=referral)

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8

[RyKen Towing and Hauling LLC Independent · Locally Owned](/biz/ryken-towing-and-hauling-llc/)

★★★★★ 5 · 18 Google reviews · 5323 SC-162

[View profile](/biz/ryken-towing-and-hauling-llc/) [Call](tel:+18438133509)

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9

[Maritime Services of Charleston-TowBoatUS Independent · Locally Owned](/biz/maritime-services-of-charleston-towboatus/)

★★★★½ 4.8 · 38 Google reviews · 1044 Pierside St

[View profile](/biz/maritime-services-of-charleston-towboatus/) [Call](tel:+18437455977)

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10

[Platinum Automotive Center Independent · Locally Owned](/biz/platinum-automotive-center/)

★★★★½ 4.7 · 328 Google reviews · 7229 Cross County Rd

[View profile](/biz/platinum-automotive-center/) [Call](tel:+18438525244) [Website](http://www.platinumbodyandtow.com/?utm_source=topratedcities&utm_medium=referral)

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11

[Houston Crowder's Wrecker Service Independent · Locally Owned](/biz/houston-crowder-s-wrecker-service/)

★★★★½ 4.7 · 123 Google reviews · 3747 Rivers Ave

[View profile](/biz/houston-crowder-s-wrecker-service/) [Call](tel:+18437474744)

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[Ravenel Auto & Towing Independent · Locally Owned](/biz/ravenel-auto-towing/)

★★★★½ 4.7 · 28 Google reviews · 6949 State Rd S-10-1447

[View profile](/biz/ravenel-auto-towing/) [Call](tel:+18437296007)

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13

[#1 Gerald's Tires & Brakes Independent · Locally Owned](/biz/1-gerald-s-tires-brakes/)

★★★★½ 4.6 · 1689 Google reviews · 1 Magnolia Rd

[View profile](/biz/1-gerald-s-tires-brakes/) [Call](tel:+18435661910) [Website](https://www.geraldstires.net/?utm_source=topratedcities&utm_medium=referral)

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14

[Rapid Roadside & Recovery LLC Independent · Locally Owned](/biz/rapid-roadside-recovery-llc/)

★★★★½ 4.6 · 37 Google reviews · 1301 Charleston Regional Pkwy

[View profile](/biz/rapid-roadside-recovery-llc/) [Call](tel:+18542743066) [Website](https://rapidroadsiderecovery.com/?utm_source=topratedcities&utm_medium=referral)

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[Safari Towing & Recovery Independent · Locally Owned](/biz/safari-towing-recovery/)

★★★★½ 4.5 · 65 Google reviews · 1141 Clements Ferry Rd

[View profile](/biz/safari-towing-recovery/) [Call](tel:+18438560000)

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16

[Woodie's Auto Service and Repair Centers](/biz/woodie-s-auto-service-and-repair-centers/)

★★★★½ 4.5 · 65 Google reviews · 1905 Savannah Hwy

[View profile](/biz/woodie-s-auto-service-and-repair-centers/) [Call](tel:+18433779880) [Website](https://woodiesautoservice.com/locations/savannah-hwy?utm_source=topratedcities&utm_medium=referral)

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17

[Moore's Towing Independent · Locally Owned](/biz/moore-s-towing/)

★★★★½ 4.5 · 185 Google reviews · 1366 Fort Johnson Rd

[View profile](/biz/moore-s-towing/) [Call](tel:+18437622421) [Website](http://www.moorestowing.com/?utm_source=topratedcities&utm_medium=referral)

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18

[A+ Auto Service - North Charleston Independent · Locally Owned](/biz/a-auto-service-north-charleston/)

★★★★½ 4.5 · 524 Google reviews · 3824 W Montague Ave

[View profile](/biz/a-auto-service-north-charleston/) [Call](tel:+18437670001) [Website](https://aplusautosc.com/?utm_source=topratedcities&utm_medium=referral)

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19

[All Time Towing & Roadside Services Independent · Locally Owned](/biz/all-time-towing-roadside-services/)

★★★★ 4.4 · 47 Google reviews · 1213 Palm St

[View profile](/biz/all-time-towing-roadside-services/) [Call](tel:+18432252551) [Website](http://www.alltimetowingsc.com/?utm_source=topratedcities&utm_medium=referral)

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20

[Herbie's Towing & Recovery LLC Independent · Locally Owned](/biz/herbie-s-towing-recovery-llc/)

★★★★ 4.4 · 67 Google reviews · 3743 Rivers Ave

[View profile](/biz/herbie-s-towing-recovery-llc/) [Call](tel:+18435888393)

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21

[Chief's Towing & Recovery LLC Independent · Locally Owned](/biz/chief-s-towing-recovery-llc/)

★★★★ 4.4 · 71 Google reviews · 3601 Meeting St ste: J

[View profile](/biz/chief-s-towing-recovery-llc/) [Call](tel:+18432962984) [Website](https://www.chiefstowingandrecovery.com/?utm_source=topratedcities&utm_medium=referral)

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22

[Elite Towing](/biz/elite-towing/)

★★★★ 4.4 · 139 Google reviews · 1000 Lincoln Ave

[View profile](/biz/elite-towing/) [Call](tel:+18437613341) [Website](https://elitetowing.net/?utm_source=topratedcities&utm_medium=referral)

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23

[Jim's Towing](/biz/jim-s-towing/)

★★★★ 4.2 · 20 Google reviews · 7191 Design St ste 100

[View profile](/biz/jim-s-towing/) [Call](tel:+18437670996) [Website](https://jimstowingtransport.com/?utm_source=topratedcities&utm_medium=referral)

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24

[Jims Towing](/biz/jims-towing/)

★★★★ 4.3 · 145 Google reviews · 914 College Park Rd A

[View profile](/biz/jims-towing/) [Call](tel:+18435532244) [Website](https://jimstowingtransport.com/?utm_source=topratedcities&utm_medium=referral)

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25

[Advantage Towing](/biz/advantage-towing/)

★★★★ 4.3 · 164 Google reviews · 3245 Goodiron Wy

[View profile](/biz/advantage-towing/) [Call](tel:+18432257003) [Website](http://www.advantage-towing.net/?utm_source=topratedcities&utm_medium=referral)

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26

[Charleston Auto Repair](/biz/charleston-auto-repair/)

★★★★ 4.3 · 258 Google reviews · 2495 Ashley River Rd

[View profile](/biz/charleston-auto-repair/) [Call](tel:+18438520318) [Website](https://www.charlestonautorepairsc.com/?utm_source=topratedcities&utm_medium=referral)

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27

[AAA - Charleston](/biz/aaa-charleston/)

★★★★ 4.2 · 282 Google reviews · 2031 Sam Rittenberg Blvd

[View profile](/biz/aaa-charleston/) [Call](tel:+18437662394) [Website](https://locator.acg.aaa.com/sc/charleston/aaa-charleston?utm_source=topratedcities&utm_medium=referral)

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28

[American Towing Service Independent · Locally Owned](/biz/american-towing-service/)

★★★★ 4.1 · 229 Google reviews · 4550 Rivers Ave Ste A

[View profile](/biz/american-towing-service/) [Call](tel:+18437478500) [Website](https://americantowingchs.com/?utm_source=topratedcities&utm_medium=referral)

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29

[Tire Choice Auto Service Centers Independent · Locally Owned](/biz/tire-choice-auto-service-centers/)

★★★★ 4.1 · 640 Google reviews · 1754 Sam Rittenberg Blvd

[View profile](/biz/tire-choice-auto-service-centers/) [Call](tel:+18437630074) [Website](https://locations.thetirechoice.com/sc/charleston/1754-sam-rittenberg-blvd?utm_source=topratedcities&utm_medium=referral)

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30

[Tire Choice Auto Service Centers](/biz/tire-choice-auto-service-centers/)

★★★★ 4.1 · 749 Google reviews · 1308 Folly Rd

[View profile](/biz/tire-choice-auto-service-centers/) [Call](tel:+18437625700) [Website](https://locations.thetirechoice.com/sc/james-island/1308-folly-road?utm_source=topratedcities&utm_medium=referral)

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Ratings and review counts sourced from Google. Businesses shown are the highest-rated in Charleston; owners can claim and verify their listing free.

## Towing in Charleston: common questions

### Who are the best towing companies in Charleston?

Based on Google ratings and review volume as of November 2026, the top rated towing companies in Charleston are Dooley Towing, CAP Towing, Interstate Brokers LLC. See the live ranked list, ratings, and contact details on this page.

### How do I find towing companies near me in Charleston?

Every company ranked on this page serves Charleston and the surrounding area, including Downtown, West Ashley, Mount Pleasant, James Island, Daniel Island, North Charleston. Open any listing for its address, phone number and service area, then call the two or three closest to you. Distance is worth checking yourself: the nearest towing company is not automatically the best one, so this page ranks on rating and review volume first and leaves proximity to you.

### Which towing companies in Charleston offer 24/7 emergency service?

After-hours availability is not part of a Google rating, so this directory cannot verify it for you in advance. A breakdown, a collision or a lockout on the shoulder is the case for calling instead of waiting for morning. Call the top rated towing companies on this page and ask two things before you agree to anything: are you dispatching tonight, and what is the after-hours call-out fee. A company that answers both plainly on the phone is usually the one that actually shows up.

### How do I choose a towing company in Charleston?

When you are stuck on the shoulder, you want a dispatcher who answers instantly and a driver who shows up when they said. Top-rated towing companies publish their rates and hit their ETAs.

Run a business in towing? [After Hours AI](https://afterhai.com/) answers your calls 24/7 so you never miss a customer.

## Are you a top-rated Charleston pro?

Listings and claims are free. Early claimants receive Premium at no charge, a $297 value, after confirmation. No purchase is required.

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Prefer to talk? Call or text the Top Rated directory on [(813) 454-0813](tel:+18134540813). This is our number, not the number of any business listed here.

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