Fast towing and roadside service with honest pricing.

Arabi Towing Services handles towing and roadside assistance for sedans, SUVs, and light trucks throughout St. Bernard Parish. We give written price quotes over the phone before we send the truck, so you know exactly what you will pay. Our drivers use flatbeds for low-clearance vehicles and wheel-lift equipment for standard cars, and they clean up oil, coolant, and glass at the scene at no extra charge. We respond to calls in Arabi, Chalmette, Meraux, Violet, Poydras, St. Bernard, and surrounding areas 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Every driver holds a Louisiana commercial license and passes a background check. We have been operating out of the same Arabi location since 2009.

Towing and Roadside Services

Roadside Assistance Coverage

We provide jump starts, tire changes, lockout service, and fuel delivery throughout Arabi and St. Bernard Parish. Our drivers carry the tools and equipment needed to get you moving again without a tow. Jump starts handle dead batteries on site. Tire changes involve removing the flat and mounting your spare so you can drive to a repair shop. Lockout service opens your door without breaking the window or damaging the lock. Fuel delivery brings enough gas or diesel to reach the nearest station. Roadside assistance calls typically cost $75 to $95 depending on the service, and we give you the exact price when you call.

Car Towing Services

We tow sedans, SUVs, and light trucks to repair shops, homes, or storage facilities within a 50-mile radius. Our drivers lift from the frame, not the bumper, and secure the vehicle with protective straps to prevent scratches and shifting during transport. We handle breakdowns, mechanical failures, and vehicles that will not start or shift into neutral. You choose the destination and we deliver the car safely. Local tows within St. Bernard Parish start at $85 for the hookup and first 5 miles, then $4 per mile after that. Longer hauls to New Orleans or the West Bank cost more based on distance, and we calculate the price before dispatch.

Wrecker Service

We recover vehicles from ditches, parking violations, and accident scenes with flatbed and wheel-lift equipment. Wrecker service includes clearing collision sites on Judge Perez Drive and Paris Road, removing abandoned cars from private property with proper authorization, and extracting vehicles stuck in mud, sand, or soft shoulders. Our drivers assess the situation, choose the right equipment, and pull the vehicle out without causing additional damage. We also handle illegal parking removal for property owners and towing for law enforcement when requested. Wrecker calls are priced based on the complexity of the recovery, and we provide a quote after assessing the scene.

Tow Truck Technology

Our fleet uses GPS dispatch, hydraulic wheel lifts, and flatbed carriers to protect your vehicle during transport. GPS dispatch routes the nearest available truck to your location, which reduces wait times and fuel costs. Hydraulic wheel lifts raise the front or rear wheels off the ground while the other end rolls, which works for most cars, trucks, and SUVs. Flatbed carriers load the entire vehicle onto a platform, which eliminates tire wear and undercarriage contact. We use flatbeds for low-clearance sports cars, all-wheel drive models, luxury vehicles, and cars with transmission or steering problems. Each truck carries straps, wheel chocks, and dollies to secure the load properly.

Roadside Assistance Services

We handle dead batteries, flat tires, lockouts, and empty fuel tanks on highways and residential streets. Our drivers arrive in a service truck equipped with jumper cables, air compressors, lockout tools, and fuel cans. Dead battery calls take about 10 minutes once the truck arrives. Flat tire changes take 15 to 20 minutes if your spare is accessible and properly inflated. Lockout service works on most sedans and trucks, though some newer models with electronic locks require a dealership or locksmith. Fuel delivery includes 2 gallons of regular unleaded or diesel, which is enough to reach a station. Roadside assistance is faster and cheaper than a tow truck when the problem can be fixed on site.

Professional Car Towing Services

We transport vehicles from accident sites to body shops or from your home to the mechanic you choose. Professional car towing means the driver inspects the vehicle before loading, documents any existing damage, secures it with the correct equipment, and delivers it to the address you specify. We send you a photo and final invoice once the car is unloaded. You receive a receipt at pickup with the driver's name, truck number, and destination. We handle insurance claims and can bill your insurer directly if you provide the policy and claim number. Our drivers are trained to load damaged vehicles without making the damage worse, and they clear debris from the scene so the road or driveway is safe.

How the Towing Process Works

You call our dispatch line and tell us your location, vehicle type, and where you need the car delivered. The dispatcher asks for the make, model, and any damage or mechanical issues that affect how we load it. We give you a written price quote and an estimated arrival time before we send the truck. The quote includes the hookup fee, mileage, and any equipment charges for flatbed service. Once you approve the price, we dispatch the nearest available truck and send you the driver's name and phone number.

The driver arrives, inspects your vehicle, and chooses the right equipment based on clearance, drivetrain, and condition. He explains how he will load the car and asks you to remove valuables from the interior. He then positions the truck, attaches the straps or chains to the frame, raises the vehicle onto the wheel-lift or flatbed, and secures it with additional tie-downs. He sweeps up any glass, fluid, or debris left on the pavement and gives you a receipt with his contact information and the destination address. You can ride in the cab if there is space and you are going to the same location, or you can arrange your own transportation.

We tow your vehicle to the location you specified, unload it safely, and send you a photo and final invoice once the job is complete. The driver places the car in the spot you requested, releases the straps, and lowers it to the ground without dragging the tires or scraping the undercarriage. He confirms that the vehicle is stable and that all your belongings are accounted for. We email or text the invoice within one hour of delivery. If you paid a deposit by phone, we charge the balance to the card on file. If you arranged insurance billing, we submit the claim paperwork directly to your adjuster.

Licensing and Service Guarantee

Arabi Towing Services holds Louisiana Motor Carrier Permit MC-48392 and is registered with the Louisiana Public Service Commission. Every driver on our team carries a Louisiana commercial driver's license and passes a criminal background check before operating a truck. We are a member of the Louisiana Towing and Recovery Professionals and certified by the Towing and Recovery Association of America. Our trucks and drivers are fully insured for liability and cargo damage, which protects your vehicle and property during transport and roadside service.

We have operated out of the same Arabi location since 2009, when the business was started by a former mechanic who saw the need for reliable towing in St. Bernard Parish after Hurricane Katrina. He bought two trucks and built the company on fair pricing and quick response times. The business is still family-owned and we have towed more than 8,200 vehicles since we opened. We give written price quotes over the phone and honor them at the scene, so there are no surprise charges when the driver arrives.

If we damage your vehicle during loading, transport, or unloading, we repair it at no cost to you or reimburse you for the repair through our insurance carrier. You must report the damage before the driver leaves the delivery location and provide photos of the affected area. We investigate all damage claims within 48 hours and issue payment or schedule repairs within 10 business days if we are at fault. If you are not satisfied with the service, call our office within 24 hours and we will review the job, refund any charges that were incorrect, and address the issue with the driver.

Service Area and Travel Radius

We serve Arabi, Chalmette, Meraux, Violet, Poydras, St. Bernard, and surrounding areas within a 50-mile radius of our Arabi location. Most calls within St. Bernard Parish receive a truck within 30 minutes. We respond to breakdowns and accidents on Judge Perez Drive, Paris Road, St. Bernard Highway, and residential streets throughout the parish. Our GPS dispatch system routes the nearest available truck to your location, which reduces wait times during busy periods and severe weather.

Calls outside St. Bernard Parish are priced based on distance and travel time. We tow vehicles to New Orleans, the West Bank, Slidell, and other areas within the 50-mile radius at $4 per mile beyond the first 5 miles. If your destination is farther than 50 miles, we can still handle the job but we add a long-distance surcharge to cover fuel and driver time. We give you the total price over the phone before we dispatch, so you can decide if you want to proceed or arrange a tow with a company closer to your destination.

Answers to Common Towing Questions

Callers often ask how much a tow will cost before they commit to service. Local tows within St. Bernard Parish start at $85 for the hookup and first 5 miles, then $4 per mile after that. A tow from Arabi to a shop in Chalmette typically runs $95 to $110. Roadside services like jump starts and tire changes are $75 to $95. We calculate the exact price based on your location and destination and give it to you over the phone before we send the truck.

Another common question is whether we operate around the clock. We dispatch trucks 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for breakdowns, accidents, and vehicles blocking roads. Late-night and early-morning calls do not carry a surcharge. We aim to reach you within 30 minutes in Arabi and surrounding areas, though severe weather and rush hour traffic can add delays.

People also ask if wheel-lift towing will damage their car. Wheel-lift towing is safe for most cars, trucks, and SUVs when done correctly. Our drivers lift from the frame, not the bumper, and use protective straps to avoid scratches. For low-clearance vehicles, all-wheel drive cars, or luxury models, we recommend a flatbed to eliminate any risk of undercarriage contact.

Callers with motor club memberships want to know if we accept their coverage. We are a contracted provider for AAA, Good Sam, Allstate Motor Club, and USAA. If you have a membership, call your motor club first to open a service request, then they will dispatch us directly. You can also call us directly and we will contact your motor club to verify coverage and handle the billing.