Have you ever gotten stuck in the mud? How about during the winter when the ice and snow turn to mush? Maybe you just want to go playing in the mud with your brand-new off-road vehicle. Natural disasters are the leading cause of needing a winch out. There are many reasons for getting stuck, but who would you call when this unfortunate incident occurs? You never want to get a chain or rope and try to yank your vehicle out. It could cause expensive amounts in repair bills to either your vehicle or your friends. You could also get injured physically.
How it works
A Winch out is a very old trade. Winch outs use discs, ropes, machines and even gravity to pull out a stuck vehicle from almost any situation. Did you know that in the past, it was done by animals and people? They would use a rope and pull. Of course, that was a lot harder than these days, but it still got the job done none the less.
Luckily, that’s not the case today. Having machines and electricity to help us out of these terrible situations is a blessing. The machines have a heavy duty wire and/or cable that’s wrapped around a disc and attached to a hook. The hook is then attached to your vehicle and then pulled out. Being stuck in a ditch isn’t the only reason for needing a tow. If your car is broke down, they have smaller machines to get you out in a hurry and towed where you need the car to go.
Benefits of a winch out
Below are some prime examples of using a winch out:
- There is little to no damage.
- Winches can get you out of ditches, floods, deep mud, and even overturned vehicles.
- Winches are the safest way to rescue a vehicle.
- A winch is the fastest way to rescuing a vehicle.
How much is a winch out?
The cost is based on a number of factors. Some factors include:
- The distance the company has to travel to get to you.
- Is the vehicle far off the road? They usually charge every mile it takes to get to your vehicle, not just to the general site of the vehicle.
- Does the path need shoveled or cleared to get to you?
- Will the truck need chains to keep the winch on the road?
- Are accident signs needed?
Make sure you have the answers to these questions before you call a towing company. Knowing these questions will help you rest assured the towing company will have the expertise you need to guarantee the best quality winch out service.
