About CloseBy Towing
San Diego's Most Trusted 24/7 Towing & Roadside Assistance Company
Founded in 2020, CloseBy Towing has grown from a single truck into San Diego County's highest-rated towing and roadside assistance provider.
Our Story
CloseBy Towing was founded in 2020 with a simple mission: to provide San Diego with the most reliable, professional, and affordable towing and roadside assistance services available 24/7.
We saw too many people stranded on the side of the road, waiting hours for help, dealing with hidden fees, and receiving poor customer service. We knew there had to be a better way.
Our founder grew up in San Diego and experienced the frustration firsthand. Whether it was a dead battery on Garnet Avenue in Pacific Beach, a flat tire on the I-5 near Mission Valley, or a lockout in the Gaslamp Quarter after a night out, one thing was always the same: towing companies took too long, charged too much, and treated customers like an afterthought.
That experience became the spark behind CloseBy Towing. The idea was straightforward: build a company that answers the phone on the first ring, arrives in minutes instead of hours, gives you an honest price before the truck rolls, and treats every driver like a neighbor -- because in San Diego, we are neighbors.
Since our founding, we've helped over 15,000 customers get back on the road safely. Our fleet has grown, our team has expanded, but our commitment to fast response times, upfront pricing, and exceptional service remains unchanged.
Today, CloseBy Towing is proud to be San Diego's highest-rated towing company with a perfect 5.0 rating on Google. From the coastal cliffs of La Jolla to the family neighborhoods of Chula Vista, from the busy freeways of Kearny Mesa to the winding roads of Alpine, we are always close by.
Built for San Diego, by San Diegans
We know this city because we live here. Every freeway merge, every beach-town side street, every canyon road -- our drivers navigate them daily.
San Diego is unlike any other city. Spanning more than 4,200 square miles of diverse terrain, the county stretches from the Pacific Ocean shoreline to the mountain communities east of the coastal range. That geographic variety means breakdowns happen everywhere: on the steep grades of Torrey Pines, in the dense traffic of the I-8 and I-15 interchange, along the remote stretches of Highway 94 near Jamul, and in the bustling parking structures of Downtown.
Our dispatch team knows San Diego's geography inside and out. When you call us from Coronado, we know exactly how to route a truck across the bridge. When you are stuck on Friars Road during rush hour, we know the fastest alternate route through Linda Vista. That local knowledge translates directly into faster arrival times and better service.
We are also deeply connected to the San Diego community. We provide towing services for local auto shops, dealerships, and property managers. Our drivers volunteer at community events and we sponsor youth sports teams in neighborhoods from North Park to National City.
San Diego's year-round tourism means our roads are always busy. During Comic-Con, Fleet Week, and the Del Mar Races, call volumes surge, but our team scales to meet demand. We have helped visitors from around the world navigate breakdowns far from home, always with patience and professionalism. Whether you are a lifelong San Diegan or visiting for the first time, you deserve a towing company that treats you with respect.
Our Core Values
Speed & Reliability
15-25 minute average response time. We arrive fast and get you moving faster.
Transparent Pricing
No hidden fees. Upfront quotes. You know exactly what you'll pay before we arrive.
Professionalism
Licensed, insured, background-checked drivers. Your safety is our priority.
CloseBy Towing By the Numbers
Why San Diego Trusts CloseBy
Trust is earned one service call at a time. Here is what sets us apart from every other towing company in the county.
Honest, Upfront Pricing
The towing industry has a reputation for surprise charges. We reject that entirely. When you call CloseBy Towing, we quote a price based on your location, destination, and vehicle type before we dispatch a truck. The price we quote is the price you pay. If we arrive and discover the job requires additional equipment, we explain the cost and get your approval first. No one should face a financial surprise during an already stressful breakdown.
Fastest Response in San Diego
Our strategically positioned fleet covers every corner of San Diego County. Whether you need a jump start in Scripps Ranch or a lockout service in Ocean Beach, our average arrival time is 15-25 minutes. We track every driver via GPS and dispatch the closest available truck, so you spend less time waiting on the shoulder and more time getting where you need to go.
Professional, Vetted Drivers
Every CloseBy Towing driver passes a thorough background check, holds a valid California commercial driver's license, and completes ongoing safety training. Our drivers are courteous, uniformed, and equipped to handle any situation, from a simple roadside assistance call to a complex freeway recovery. We treat your vehicle as if it were our own, and we treat you like family.
Full-Service Capabilities
CloseBy Towing is not just a towing company. We are a complete roadside solution. Our services include local and long-distance towing, battery jump starts, car lockout assistance, flat tire changes, fuel delivery, winch-out recovery, and more. One call handles everything, no matter what kind of trouble you are in.
Real 5-Star Reviews
Our perfect 5.0 Google rating is not a marketing gimmick -- it is the result of thousands of real customers sharing their genuine experiences. We encourage every customer to leave honest feedback, and we respond to every review. That level of accountability keeps our standards high and gives you confidence that you are choosing the right company.
Available Every Hour of Every Day
Breakdowns do not wait for business hours, and neither do we. CloseBy Towing operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Christmas morning, Fourth of July, 3 a.m. on a Tuesday -- it does not matter. When you call, a real person answers and help is dispatched immediately. San Diego never sleeps, and neither does CloseBy Towing.
Our Complete Range of Services
Whatever roadside emergency you face, CloseBy Towing has the equipment, expertise, and availability to help.
Towing
Local, long-distance, and flatbed towing for all vehicle types. From compact cars to heavy-duty trucks.
Learn More →Roadside Assistance
Complete roadside support including tire changes, fuel delivery, and winch-out recovery services.
Learn More →Jump Start
Dead battery? Our technicians will diagnose and jump start your vehicle in minutes, any make or model.
Learn More →Lockout Service
Locked out of your car? We unlock all makes and models with zero damage, guaranteed.
Learn More →Why San Diego Chooses CloseBy Towing
Serving All of San Diego County
From Downtown to La Jolla, Pacific Beach to Chula Vista, we cover the entire San Diego area with fast, professional towing and roadside assistance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about CloseBy Towing
When was CloseBy Towing founded?
CloseBy Towing was founded in 2020 in San Diego, California. We started with a single tow truck and a commitment to providing fast, honest, and affordable towing and roadside assistance to the San Diego community. Since then, we have grown into a full-fleet operation serving all of San Diego County with over 15,000 completed service calls.
Is CloseBy Towing licensed and insured?
Yes, CloseBy Towing is fully licensed and insured in the state of California. All of our drivers are background-checked, professionally trained, and carry the required certifications to operate tow trucks and provide roadside assistance services. We maintain comprehensive liability and cargo insurance so your vehicle is always protected while in our care.
What areas does CloseBy Towing serve?
We serve all of San Diego County including Downtown San Diego, La Jolla, Pacific Beach, Mission Valley, Hillcrest, North Park, Point Loma, Ocean Beach, Chula Vista, National City, El Cajon, Santee, La Mesa, Coronado, Encinitas, Del Mar, Poway, Rancho Bernardo, Scripps Ranch, Mira Mesa, Kearny Mesa, and dozens more neighborhoods and communities throughout the region.
What services does CloseBy Towing offer?
We offer a comprehensive range of towing and roadside assistance services. This includes local and long-distance towing, flatbed towing, emergency towing, battery jump starts, car lockout service, flat tire changes, fuel delivery, winch-out recovery, collision recovery, motorcycle towing, and heavy-duty towing. Every service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
How fast can CloseBy Towing arrive?
Our average response time is 15-25 minutes throughout San Diego County. We strategically position our fleet across the region and use GPS-based dispatching to send the closest available truck to your location. You will receive real-time ETA updates via text message so you always know exactly when help will arrive.
Does CloseBy Towing offer upfront pricing?
Absolutely. We are committed to transparent, upfront pricing with no hidden fees or surprise charges. When you call or book online, we provide a clear, itemized quote before dispatching a truck. The price we quote is the price you pay. We also offer a 15% discount when you book your service online through our website.
Does CloseBy Towing work with insurance companies?
Yes, we work with all major insurance companies including AAA, Geico, State Farm, Progressive, Allstate, USAA, and many more. We can bill your insurer directly for covered services and provide all the documentation you need for your claim. Even if your insurance does not cover towing, our rates are competitive and fully transparent.
Need Help Right Now?
Our team is standing by 24/7 to get you back on the road fast. Call us or book online to save 15%.
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