Towing Wilkes-Barre PA
When a rig goes down on I-81, a trailer jackknifes on I-476, or a car quits on North Main Street at 2 a.m., you need a tow operator who answers the phone and actually shows up. Richardson Roadside Assistance is a locally owned, driver-first towing company serving Wilkes-Barre, Scranton, and the surrounding Northeastern Pennsylvania corridor every hour of every day.
Towing Services We Offer in Wilkes-Barre
Our roots are in commercial trucking, which means we understand what a loaded 80,000-lb rig actually needs on the side of the road not just a hook and a hope. We also help everyday drivers get out of a bad morning fast.
Heavy-Duty Semi-Truck Towing
Tractor-trailer recovery, disabled Class 8 trucks, box trucks, dump trucks, and refrigerated units. We work with owner-operators and fleet dispatchers to get the load moving again with the right equipment for the weight and terrain.
Light & Medium-Duty Vehicle Towing
Cars, pickups, SUVs, and vans towed to your home, a shop of your choice, or a safe holding location. Careful loading especially for lowered vehicles, EVs, and AWD drivetrains that shouldn’t be flat-towed.
Winch-Out & Recovery
Stuck in mud, snow, a ditch off Route 309, or a soft shoulder along the Susquehanna? We winch trucks and cars back onto solid ground without adding new damage.
Accident & Breakdown Recovery
Post-collision removal, disabled vehicle relocation, and coordination with local law enforcement so the scene clears quickly and safely.
Roadside Assistance
Jump-starts, lockout help, flat tire changes, and emergency fuel delivery for both diesel rigs and passenger cars often faster and cheaper than waiting on a national club dispatch.
Junk & Non-Running Vehicle Removal
Have a dead vehicle taking up a driveway or a yard corner? We haul off non-running cars and trucks throughout the Wilkes-Barre area.
Where We Tow Around Wilkes-Barre
Wilkes-Barre sits at the crossroads of some of the busiest freight corridors in the Northeast. We stage from Scranton and cover roughly a 50-mile radius, which puts almost every mile of local interstate within reach of a Richardson truck.
Highways & Corridors
- Interstate 81 (north and south through Wilkes-Barre)
- Interstate 476 PA Turnpike Northeast Extension
- Interstate 80 approaches near Hazleton and the Poconos
- US Route 11, PA Route 309, PA Route 315, PA Route 29
- Cross Valley Expressway (PA 309 Wilkes-Barre bypass)
Cities & Neighborhoods
- Wilkes-Barre, Kingston, Plains, Wilkes-Barre Township
- Hanover Township, Pittston, West Pittston, Nanticoke
- Scranton, Dunmore, Moosic, Old Forge
- Stroudsburg & Mount Pocono
- Tunkhannock and New Milford, PA
Why Drivers & Fleets Call Richardson First
A tow bill is never a fun expense, but the right operator makes the difference between a two-hour inconvenience and a two-day disaster. Here’s what we focus on.
Truck-First Expertise
Roughly 80% of our work is heavy-duty. We know DOT rules, load securement, and how to talk to a dispatcher at 3 a.m. without wasting anyone’s time.
Real Local Dispatch
You reach a person in Northeastern PA not a call center three states away routing you to the closest bid.
Straight Pricing
We quote before we hook. No surprise mileage math, no vague ‘recovery fees’ invented at the drop location.
Right Equipment
From medium wreckers to heavy rotators for commercial recoveries, we match the truck to the job so we don’t cause a second incident.
24/7 Coverage
Winter storms in the Poconos, holiday weekends, middle-of-the-night breakdowns on I-81 we answer.
Care for Your Vehicle
Flatbeds when they’re needed, correct tie-down points, and drivers who treat a $200k rig or a paid-off Civic with the same attention.
Staying Safe Until We Arrive
Wilkes-Barre traffic especially on I-81 through the valley moves fast, and shoulders are narrower than they look. A few habits keep you safe while a tow truck is en route:
- Get the vehicle as far right as safely possible. If you can reach an exit ramp or a wide shoulder, use it.
- Turn on hazards immediately. At night, interior dome lights help too.
- On interstates, get out on the passenger side and move behind the guardrail if traffic is heavy.
- For semi-trucks, deploy triangles at the required DOT spacing (10 ft, 100 ft, 200 ft).
- Stay off the roadway. Don’t try to change a steer tire on a live shoulder call us.
- Share your exact location: mile marker, direction of travel, and the nearest exit number.
Our Primary Services
Get in Touch
What Happens When You Call
Call & describe
Tell us vehicle type, location (mile marker helps), and what's wrong. Semi, car, stuck, wrecked we route the right truck.
Live ETA
You get an honest arrival window based on where our nearest driver actually is, not a canned '60 minutes'.
On-scene work
Safe hookup, winch, or recovery. We confirm the drop location with you before we roll.
Delivered & clear
Vehicle delivered to your shop, home, or terminal. Paperwork handled cleanly for insurance or fleet.
Why Drivers Choose Richardson
Frequently Asked Questions
How fast can a tow truck reach me in Wilkes-Barre, PA?
Most calls inside the Wilkes-Barre / Kingston / Plains area are reached in 30–45 minutes. Highway calls on I-81 or I-476 can be faster if a truck is already staged nearby. We give you a live ETA when you call, not a script.
Do you tow semi-trucks and tractor-trailers?
Yes heavy-duty is our specialty. We tow Class 7 and Class 8 trucks, straight trucks, and trailers, and we coordinate with fleet dispatch for authorization and paperwork.
How much does towing cost in Wilkes-Barre?
Price depends on vehicle class, distance, and whether recovery work (winching, uprighting, load transfer) is involved. We give a clear quote before we hook no hidden ‘gate fees’ at drop.
Do you tow to any repair shop?
Yes. You pick the destination. If you don’t have a preferred shop, we can suggest reputable diesel and auto shops in the Wilkes-Barre and Scranton area.
Can you handle accident recovery and work with police?
Yes. We respond to accident scenes, follow local law enforcement direction, and clear the roadway safely and quickly.
Are you open on holidays and overnight?
Always. Richardson Roadside Assistance runs 24/7/365. Breakdowns don’t take Christmas off neither do we.
Need a Tow in Wilkes-Barre Right Now?
Call Richardson Roadside Assistance. Semi-truck or passenger vehicle, noon or 3 a.m., we’re rolling. Owner-operated by Daniel J. Richardson and based in Scranton, PA.