Towing Companies near me in Orange County, FL

Orange County rules set maximum fees for private-property tows, require proper signage, and require the property owner to have authorized the tow in writing. You may inspect your car and retrieve personal property before paying, pay by card without surcharge, and receive a written receipt. Contact Orange County Consumer Protection at 407-836-4200 if you believe the rules were broken.

Look for towing signs at the lot entrance, which should list the towing company and phone number. Call that company to confirm and ask what you need to bring. If you cannot reach the company, the Orange County Sheriff's Office non-emergency line can help determine whether your vehicle was towed. In the City of Orlando, you can also contact Orlando Police.

Private-property towing is limited by Orange County's maximum rate rules, but rates for tows you request are set by the company. Price usually depends on distance, vehicle size, time of day, whether a flatbed or winching is needed and storage time. Always ask for the full price before the driver hooks up your car, and check your roadside coverage first.

Many auto policies offer roadside assistance or towing coverage as an optional add-on, and some credit cards, new-vehicle warranties and auto clubs include it too. Coverage limits vary, such as a set number of miles or a maximum dollar amount. Check your policy or app before calling a tow company directly, since using your plan may cost less.

If you can, move the vehicle fully onto the shoulder, turn on hazard lights and stay buckled in with doors locked, especially on busy roads like I-4. If it is unsafe to stay in the car, exit away from traffic and stand well behind the guardrail. On Florida's Turnpike and some highways, road rangers may assist.