Sandusky, MI · Serving Sanilac County since 2009

24/7 towing & roadside help.

Breakdown, lockout, ditch or a load that needs moving. Call your local Sandusky team for availability and an arrival estimate.

24/7-365Nights, weekends, holidays
Since 2009Locally owned in Sandusky
County-wideServing Sanilac County
What we handle

Pick your problem.
We'll take it from there.

Not sure what you need? Call. We'll figure it out with you on the phone.

White flatbed tow truck

Car & light truck towing

Breakdowns and accidents, to your mechanic, the dealer or home.

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Vehicle lockout service in Sanilac County

Roadside assistance

Lockouts, jump starts, flat tires and fuel delivery.

Get roadside helpRoadside service details
Heavy duty tow truck in Sanilac County

Heavy duty towing

Campers, tractor-trailers and big loads with larger package trucks.

Call dispatchHeavy duty details
Boats being transported on a flatbed truck

Specialty & recovery

Motor homes, boats, trailers, ditch and off-road extraction.

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Why Thumb Towing

Local trucks.
Local people.
Straight answers.

Serving Sandusky and Sanilac County since 2009. From everyday roadside trouble to larger hauls, start with one call to a local team.

  • Your location. A nearby road, crossroad or address helps us find you.
  • Your vehicle. Tell us what you drive and what happened.
  • Your next step. Ask about availability, the arrival estimate and the quote before arranging help.
Questions about cost or timing?
Thumb Towing heavy duty truck
What to expect

From your call to your destination.

  1. Call

    Tell us where you are and what happened.

  2. Estimate

    Ask for an arrival estimate and a quote before confirming.

  3. Stay safe

    If anyone is injured or in immediate danger, call 911 first.

  4. Hook up

    We load carefully with the right truck for the job.

  5. Drop off

    Tell us your preferred shop, dealer or destination.

Service area

Sandusky based. County-wide help.

Serving towns and rural communities throughout Sanilac County. Not sure whether we can reach you? Call with your location and destination.

  • Sandusky
  • Croswell
  • Marlette
  • Brown City
  • Lexington
  • Deckerville
  • Port Sanilac
  • Peck
  • Carsonville
  • Applegate
  • Melvin
  • Minden City
  • Snover
  • Palms
  • Forestville
Check your location by phone
Before you call

A few straight answers.

Know what to ask, what to have ready and what happens next.

Still unsure? Call (810) 404-1976
How soon can you get here?

Arrival times vary with your location and current demand. Call for current availability and an estimated arrival time.

How much will my tow cost?

Have your pickup location, destination, vehicle type and condition ready. Ask for a quote, what it includes and available payment options before arranging the tow. A recovery or difficult access may require more information.

Can you help without towing my car?

We offer lockout help, jump starts, flat tire changes and fuel delivery. Describe what happened when you call so we can discuss the right service.

Can I arrange a move for another day?

Yes. Use the non-urgent request for a car, camper, boat or other planned move. Share your pickup town, destination and preferred day. Availability and the arrangements need confirmation before a booking is final.

Go to the non-urgent request
What if I'm outside the listed towns?

Call with your location and destination so we can check whether we can help. Do not assume a truck has been dispatched until the arrangements are confirmed.

Need a tow?

Need help now? Call. Planning ahead? Send a request.

For a breakdown or roadside problem, calling is the direct route. Use the non-urgent request for a move you're planning ahead.

Call (810) 404-1976

Available 24 hours, 7 days.

Before a tow is booked

Confirm the vehicle, pickup and destination, timing and quoted cost with the team. Sending a request alone does not reserve a truck.

Planning ahead

Request a planned tow

For non-urgent moves. A request is not a confirmed booking.

Name, phone and pickup town are required.

We use these details to respond to your request. For urgent help, call instead.

From the blog

Road smarts for the Thumb

Practical advice for local drivers, when you're ready to read.

Winter roadside advice

Slid off the road? What to do next.

Safety first, location details and when to call for help on Sanilac County roads.

Read the winter guide
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