We keep our pricing simple, clear and pay-as-you-go. There is no membership to buy and no hidden joining fees – you only pay for the service you need on the day.
When you call, we give you an upfront quote based on your location, destination, vehicle and the help you need. As long as the situation stays the same, the price we quote is the price you pay.
All prices below are typical guide figures. Final costs may vary slightly depending on distance, traffic, access and the specific vehicle involved.
When you call, we give you an upfront quote based on your location, destination, vehicle and the help you need. As long as the situation stays the same, the price we quote is the price you pay.
All prices below are typical guide figures. Final costs may vary slightly depending on distance, traffic, access and the specific vehicle involved.
Typical Call-Out & Recovery Charges
Below are typical guide prices for common recovery jobs in Greater London and nearby areas. For an exact quote, please call us 24/7.
Cars & Small Vehicles – Excluding the mileage charge @ £2.50 per mile and Ulez / Toll Charge / Base to Base if recovery mileage exceeds 10 miles from the pick point. Waiting time charges apply after the first 30 minutes @ £50.00 per hour.
| Service | What's included | Typical guide price |
|---|---|---|
| Standard call-out (daytime) | Daytime | £120 – £150 |
| Evening, night or weekend call-out | Evening, night or weekend | £150 – £180 |
Battery Jump Start | Battery and alternator test | From £95 |
Airport Battery Jump Start | Battery and alternator test | From £220 |
24 volts Battery Jump Start | Battery and alternator test | From £250 |
| Smart Motorway | Recovery from scene | From £250 – £350 |
Accident / Damaged wheel / Locked in Park / No Key | Recovery to your destination | From £350 |
| Motorcycle recovery | Secure loading and transport | From £120 – £150 |
| Van / light commercial vehicle / 4x4 | Short / long wheelbase and Luton van | From £250 – £390 |
Specialist Equipment | Skates or dolly wheels (per used) | From £50 |
Impounded Vehicle Recovery – Excluding the mileage charge @ £3.50 per mile and Ulez / Toll Charge / Base to Base if recovery mileage exceeds 10 miles from the pick point. Waiting time charges apply after the first 30 minutes @ £50.00 per hour.If the customer is not paying the Police Pound Released fee, an administration charge of £95.00 will be applied.
Service | What's included | Typical guide price |
|---|---|---|
Seized Vehicle Recovery | Recovery | From £320 |
Seized Van Recovery | Recovery | From £350 |
Seized Motorcycle Recovery | Recovery | From £250 |
Accident / Damaged wheel / Locked in Park / No Key | Recovery | From £350 |
Loaded and unloaded 3.5T – 7T Van | Short / long wheelbase and Luton van | From £390 |
Minimum charge | Once our driver has attended the police pound on behalf of a client, a non-refundable £280.00 charge is payable whether a vehicle is released or not. | From £280 |
Every job is a little different, so we give you a tailored price over the phone before we set off.
When you call, we consider the following:
When you call, we consider the following:
- Your exact location: Where your vehicle is, how easy it is to reach and any access restrictions.
- Your destination: Whether you are going home, to a local garage or further afield.
- Distance: Total mileage from our base to you, then on to your chosen drop-off point.
- Vehicle type: Car, van, 4x4, motorcycle or prestige / low-clearance vehicle.
- Situation: Breakdown, accident, stuck off-road, police pound release, flat battery, etc.
- Time of day: Daytime, evening, overnight, weekends or bank holidays.
Having a few details ready when you call helps us give you an accurate price in seconds and dispatch the right truck first time.
Please tell us:
Please tell us:
- Your current location: Street name, postcode, nearest junction or landmark.
- Your destination: Where you would like the vehicle taken (home, workplace, specific garage).
- Vehicle details: Make, model, registration number and whether it is a car, van, 4x4, motorcycle or prestige/modified vehicle.
- What has happened: Breakdown, accident damage, flat battery, no fuel, flat tyre, stuck in mud, etc.
- Number of passengers: So we can confirm space in the recovery vehicle where permitted.
- Any time constraints: For example, if the vehicle is in a car park that is closing soon.
Some jobs require extra time, equipment or paperwork. We will always tell you about any additional costs before we start.
Typical examples include:
Typical examples include:
- Police pound recovery: Additional time for paperwork and releasing the vehicle from the pound. Storage or release fees charged by the pound are paid directly to them and are not included in our price.
- Scrap car collection: Competitive fixed prices depending on vehicle type, condition and location. In some cases the scrap value may offset part of the recovery cost.
- Prestige, low-clearance or performance vehicles: May require specialist loading techniques and extra time to avoid damage.
- Off-road or difficult access: Extra charges may apply where the vehicle is stuck off-road, on grass, in underground or height-restricted car parks.
- Waiting time: A fair hourly or part-hour rate may apply if we have to wait on scene beyond the initial included period.
- Tolls, congestion and clean air zones: Any third-party road charges such as tolls, Congestion Charge or ULEZ may be added to the job where applicable. We will always explain these in advance where possible.
We keep payment simple and flexible so you can focus on getting recovered safely.
How and when you pay
How and when you pay
- We normally take a deposit payment and the rest on completion of the job, once your vehicle has been delivered to the agreed destination.
- For longer-distance or specialist recoveries, a deposit may be requested before we set off. This will be clearly explained on the call.
- You will always receive your price before work begins, and we will not add hidden extras.
- Most major debit and credit cards.
- Bank transfer.
- Secure card payment over the phone in some situations.
- Cash, by prior agreement.