West Virginia Wrecker Page

12/03/2021

Hey guys come out and join us Jules towing and recovery down here at the Clarksburg winterfest parade ! Starts at 6 pm ! And if you miss us tonight you can always catch us at the stonewood Christmas Parade tomorrow night !

11/23/2021

11/12/2021

Welll guys it's finally official we are now a fully functioning tow company! The day we have all been waiting for ! Thanks in large part to Michael Davis for building our baby and being part of this team ! Big thanks to AutoTrim in Clarksburg for our graphics ! Big thanks to everyone who has supported us throughout this.process

11/08/2021

Hey guys so we have some big changes coming here at jules towing and recovery and we are so excited to share them with you so please make sure to watch our page!

04/01/2021

THE TOW TRUCK OPERATOR

Most people never take the time to consider what the life of a tow truck operator actually involves. They are too busy worrying about getting to work, or home, on time. Having no compassion for the reasons why the big trucks with flashing lights are blocking their path. Or why a driver isn't there the instant the phone is hung up after a call asking for help with a lockout or tire change.
That mess of trucks and flashing lights that just happens to be in the way? Well that was a car verses semi-truck involving someone who is also trying to get to work. In their hurry they changed lanes, cutting in front of the semi, without regard for the extra distance that semi-truck needs to stop. Now those ‘tow drivers’ are fighting a delicate balance between life and death trying to lift the mangled wreck off of the drivers.
And that lockout or tire change that was requested and “that tow truck driver”, was 45 min later than expected? Well it was because he was rerouted to unlock a car with an infant and a toddler in it. The toddler thought it would be fun, on a very hot day, to hit the buttons while mom was putting the stroller in the trunk. The infant is now starting to cry because of the rising heat in that locked car.
You see, a tow truck operator isn't paid much. Most of the bill goes to company costs like truck maintenance, fuel costs, insurances, property costs, payroll, etc. They never get a full night’s sleep, regular meals! Why, you ask? Because they are almost constantly running 24/7, in rain, sleet, snow or shine, leaving little or no time for their families. They miss their children’s activities, as well as bits and pieces of holidays, and birthdays, to help those in need.
Granted there are some drivers (and companies) who still give the industry a bad name. So when you find a good company or driver, stick with them, request them if given (or ask for) the option, and promote them.
It takes a special person to be a tow truck operator!
So Please, the next time you need to get assistance from a tow truck operator, THANK him/her for their time and help. You just happen to be getting a brief bit of their time that their family doesn't.

11/30/2020

Some food for thought this morning
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A customer asked me how much I would charge to tow his Corvette stuck in park and broken ignition switch to the dealer.
My reply: $225.00.
His reply: WOW, just to tow it 10 miles? Why so much?
My reply: Well, this estimate also includes for the non productive factors.
He questioned: What is nonproductive factors?"
My reply: Just the usual things like taxes, tow truck insurance, shop rent, fuel etc, etc.
I asked: How much do you think it should cost?
He responded matter-of-factly: Around $115 at the most... It's just going 10 miles and a fairly simple job right?
I calmly said: Okay sir, for $115 I invite you to do it yourself.
He said: But.... I don't know how to.
I replied: Okay, for $50 I'll teach you. So besides saving you $175, you'll get the knowledge for the next time.
It seemed right to him and he agreed.
I continued: To get started you will need a $100,000 tow truck with insurance @ $12,000 a year and registration fees of $1200 for the first year, $5,000 worth of equipment, an office, a dispatcher, a shop to fix and maintain your truck, permits, fuel etc...
He said: But I don't have all this type of equipment and I can't afford to buy all of these things just to tow my Corvette.
I offered: Okay then, for an additional $100 I'll rent my equipment to you, but I have to drive the truck. You will still save a few bucks.
Okay, he says.
I replied: So on Tuesday I will be available to start teaching you. There are very specific techniques and skills you will have to learn to load this car with no damage being done.
He said: But I can't on Tuesday I only have time today.
I said: I'm sorry sir, but Tuesday is the only day this week that I will be available to teach and rent you my equipment. The rest of the week is already scheduled for other customers.
He exclaimed frustrated: Damn! That means I gotta rearrange my schedule and sacrifice my whole Tuesday?!
I said: That is correct sir!
Also, loading of the Corvette will take place Tuesday morning around 6am. After the tow is complete, all equipment and tools need to be cleaned and reloaded back on to the tow truck neat and organized.
He asked in disbelief: At 6am???
Nope! Way too early for me! So much work just to tow a car?
You know what, I've been doing some serious thinking and I've decided that it would be best if you just went ahead and did the job for me for $225. It seems fair now and I'd rather it be done right by true professionals.
The moral of the story for any buyer:
When you hire a professional to do a job, you're not only paying for the labor and material being used. It also includes:
Knowledge
Experience
Tools
Services
Punctuality
Accountability
Professionalism
Accuracy
Guarantee
Sacrifices
Safety and security
No one can denigrate other people's work by judging prices.
Only by knowing all the elements necessary to complete a certain project can you estimate the true cost.
Copy and Share this everywhere to support craftsmen and entrepreneurs of all types.

09/24/2020

THE GREASY TOW TRUCK DRIVER
I’m just a greasy tow truck driver that you are ashamed to associate with but when it’s you that is stuck under an 18 wheeler I am not so bad. When it’s your son or daughter under that truck and the fire department needs help lifting it I’m not so bad. At 3 AM when your wife is broke down it’s me getting out of the bed to make sure she gets home safe I’m not that bad. It’s me that does all this in the most deadly job in America. So while you are ashamed to talk to this greasy tow truck driver and quick to judge me on what I do remember it might be your family member I’m going to get.There are a few hundred thousand Wrecker Operators out there going on calls 24/7 helping out people they don’t know ! Show Us Respect ✊ and We will Respect ✊ You! 🙏🙏❤️❤️🇨🇦🐻✊🇺🇸👍🏽👌

Credit: "Papa Bear" Henrikus Renders