Business Details
48 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Heavy Duty Towing Partner in Harrow
County Towing has been a trusted name in heavy-duty towing and recovery services since 1978. Our team of professionals brings decades of combined experience to every job, operating a fleet of over 25 specialized vehicles across three locations in Essex County. We pride ourselves on rigorous safety protocols, 24/7 emergency response capabilities, and a commitment to exceeding industry standards through our TSSO-certified secure storage facilities.With cross-border expertise and specialized services for machinery moving and load transfers, we serve both commercial and private clients throughout Southwestern Ontario. Our family-owned business continues to grow while maintaining core values centered on community service and customer satisfaction.
Services
Heavy Duty Towing
Cross Border Towing
Emergency Road Service
Recovery Services
Float Service
Machinery Moving
Load Transfers
Secure Storage
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of experience in heavy duty towing and recovery
- Fleet includes 25+ specialized vehicles for comprehensive service coverage
- 24/7 emergency response with rapid dispatch capabilities
- TSSO-certified secure storage facilities exceeding regulatory requirements
- Cross-border towing expertise with US operations experience
Associations and certifications
- TSSO Program
Services
Heavy Duty Towing
Our heavy duty towing division operates 24/7 with seven specialized units ready for immediate dispatch. Equipped to handle commercial vehicles of all sizes, we maintain rapid response times across Southwestern Ontario and border crossings into the United States. With rigorous safety protocols and modern equipment, we ensure secure transport of large vehicles while minimizing downtime for business clients.
Emergency Road Service
Available around the clock for vehicle breakdowns, lockouts, and battery issues, our light duty fleet provides immediate roadside solutions. Specialized equipment handles motorcycle transport, multi-vehicle moves, and oversized loads using 19-21ft flatbeds. We prioritize rapid response times while maintaining safety standards for both domestic and imported vehicles requiring transport to dealerships or private locations.
Recovery Services
Trained professionals handle complex recovery operations for vehicles in challenging positions. Our team manages overturned tractor trailers, mud extractions, and difficult terrain recoveries using specialized equipment. With extensive experience and safety-focused procedures, we return vehicles to roadworthy condition with minimal damage while adhering to strict industry regulations for both commercial and private clients.
Float Service
Specialized transport solutions for industrial machinery and oversized equipment. Our operators handle delicate relocations in challenging environments while maintaining load security and regulatory compliance. With experience moving sensitive equipment for manufacturing, construction, and agricultural sectors, we ensure safe delivery of valuable assets to specified locations across Ontario and beyond.
Secure Storage
TSSO-certified storage facilities feature both indoor and outdoor impound options with advanced security measures. Our E-Impound management system tracks stored vehicles while meeting all regulatory requirements for police-requested tows and long-term storage. Clients benefit from organized inventory control and protected storage conditions exceeding provincial standards for vehicle security and maintenance.
People
Derek Didone Sr
CEO
Founder of County Towing in 1978, Derek Sr established the company's reputation for reliability and community service. With decades of industry experience, he continues guiding strategic operations while maintaining family business values that emphasize safety and customer satisfaction across all service divisions.
Derek Didone Jr
Operations Manager
Leading daily operations since 2018, Derek Jr oversees fleet management and emergency response protocols. He implemented specialized training programs for recovery teams while expanding cross-border towing capabilities. His focus on modernizing equipment and improving service efficiency maintains the company's leadership position in Southwestern Ontario's towing industry.
Questions
What areas do you service?
We operate throughout Essex County and Southwestern Ontario with cross-border capabilities into the United States. Our three strategically located terminals ensure rapid response times across the region.
Are you available for emergency services?
Yes, our emergency road service division operates 24/7 with immediate dispatch for towing, vehicle unlock, tire changes, and battery boosting services across our service area.
What heavy duty towing equipment do you have?
Our fleet includes seven heavy duty specialist vehicles and over 25 total units equipped for commercial transport, machinery moving, and complex recovery operations in various conditions.
Are you TSSO certified?
Yes, we're approved under the OPP's TSSO program with secure storage facilities exceeding regulatory requirements for police-requested tows and impound services.
Can you handle machinery relocation?
Our Float Service division specializes in machinery moving with experience transporting industrial equipment in challenging environments while maintaining safety and compliance standards.
