Towing service
Tow broken-down vehicles and handle roadside calls for drivers and motor clubs.
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01 / Why it can workThe upside
Accidents and breakdowns never stop, and motor club or police rotation contracts bring steady calls.
02 / Watch forThe hard part
Trucks are expensive, calls come at all hours and roadside work is dangerous.
03 / CostsWhat the first budget covers
Tow truck purchase or lease, commercial insurance, licensing and a storage lot. Expect roughly $25,000–$100,000 for a lean first version, before your own living costs.
04 / First customerYour first paying step
Buy a used truck and get on motor club rotations to build call volume.
05 / GrowthHow it grows
Add more trucks and drivers and take on impound or fleet contracts.
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Towing service scores
Startup difficulty6/10
Operating difficulty7/10
Economic potential6/10
Scalability5/10
Resale potential6/10
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