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    Essentials Towing & Recovery

    2.1 (30 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 4:30 pm

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    Close up of my 2010 Toyota Prius that was STOLEN
    Michael K.

    This company will take advantage and slime ball you in every way possible. The owner Steve is VERY HOSTILE and made me fear for my safety while removing belongings from MY CAR! (WhichSteve never let me get everything I own out). I can CLEARLY see why they have the reviews they do. STAY AWAY !!! My vehicle was towed due to an accident by this company. This company was called to the scene by NY State Police. Upon calling them 6 hours after the vehicle was towed (the scene of the accident took 1.5-2 hours to leave safely) so it was in reality 4 hours after the accident. I was given an itemized list of the bill, many of which didn't make sense when the car was obviously totaled (one being $60 for a .2 mile ride to being dropped off around the corner-Uber from My location to S Colonie was $20 as I checked to see what pricing was at the time). It was $455+. When I called and asked if they do scraping and pay, the person who picked up, (who I was told later by the car salesman who owns the dealership next to this towing co His name is Steve) who I'm assuming is the owner, said yes. Upon arriving to remove all my possessions from the vehicle, I asked how much would they pay me for scraping the car to them. The worker (assuming owner because aggressively by the end he said 'Get the F off my property) verbally said he would give me $500. I agreed and MY FIRST TIMER MISTAKE, handed Him my title of the car. I then proceeded to get everything out and when I went to get MY spare tyre out of the car, he pleaded with me to not get it out. I said "ok, if I don't take it, you will still give me $500" which he replied "yes". I then tried to get MY BRAND NEW 12V battery out which I just purchased 2 weeks ago out and at this point he became VERY aggressive and demanded I leave His property (using swear words and said he's calling the cops on me). I said where's my money and Steve said "I'm not giving you S***". I then left IMMEDIATELY being afraid for my safety thinking he was going to assault me. I told Him police are on the way from the safety of my locked vehicle and he locked the gates where the cars are kept and left fast. I DID NOT SIGN THE TITLE. STEVE STOLED MY CAR AND COMMITTED GRAND THEFT AUTO. I GUARANTEE HE WILL BE PULLING MY CAR APART DURING THE NIGHT TO GET VALUABLES OUT SO THAT I CANT GET THEM.

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    Scam Cons!!!! ‍ Car was towed .... have insurance .... the insurance company called them but no answer.

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    Pete's towing just recovered our car from a snowy ditch, laying against trees on Kross Rd in Hunter.

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    Capital District Towing - "Exceeding Expectations."

    Capital District Towing

    (13 reviews)

    I have to admit it is not often I give 5 stars when I am upset with something, but after thinking…read moreabout it, it is not the establishments fault. I've been living 10 years now in Albany's Center Square, and I've had my share of parking tickets which were my fault. But one thing I do, is make sure and honor the temporary no parking signs in front of homes. Unfortunately, this time, the signs were not placed in the right locations, as should be, which is the homeowner's responsibility to remedy especially if someone removed them. I arrived home late last night from work and of course it was impossible to find parking. I saw an area with some, but there was a no parking sign for two spots in front of a home having construction done. I looked up two car lengths, and there was no sign in front of the tree in the open spot, so I took it. But there was another sign two spots up which I could not see, and even then, it was not for the location I was in. Seems like someone took down the sign that was in the middle. Anyways, next morning my Jeep is gone. Talk about being extremely upset, but this is Albany Center Square, and knowing how the parking is not the greatest for residents, I took a deep breath and sighed. The parking authority doesn't care about the residents when it comes to someone else's created problem. Anyways, since this was the first time, I didn't really know what to do. I callec the Albany Po Po, and they directed me to Capitol District Towing. I was concerned since my Jeep is old. But the lady at CDT was very helpful and apologetic, even though it wasn't her fault. I got there in time to get my Jeep, which was parked safely, and just like I left it. They looked like a class act, and will use them in the future for my towing needs. Hopefully, one that is not related to Albany Parking Authority towing it when they and the resident were the ones who were at wrong.

    Chandler just came out and helped us with a flat. He was friendly quick and super helpful.read more

    Phil's Automotive

    Phil's Automotive

    (14 reviews)

    Our packed-for-college Toyota van started to overheat at the end of a long drive from Michigan. It…read morewas rainy and dark, Friday night, and we were four travelers plus a dog. On similar occasions I've been stuck for the weekend. The gas station clerk recommended Phil'a. It was close, he said, and they had worked on his car before. They had a reputation for helping people who were far from home. Connor came and towed our car. He was pleasant, affable, good-humored, indulgent, and his manner helped to put me at ease. He told me probably his boss would look at it in the morning and hopefully they could diagnose and fix it by the afternoon. That's exactly what happened. By late Saturday afternoon I paid a very fair price for the repair and towing, and drove away feeling tremendously lucky and grateful. John the mechanic even seemed a little abashed that he'd messed up his addition and nearly overcharged me by 22 cents! Friendly, honest, capable, decent, kind. Thanks very much indeed, guys.

    Let me tell you about Phil. I've been to numerous mechanics through my years and I have never met a…read moremore honest and trustworthy mechanic other than this gentleman. His amazing at what he does. Anybody that has had work done by him will agree with me. But im sure I don't have to tell you guys all this, as he is very well known around our town with a wonderful reputation. Thanks for your hard work Phil. Our family appreciates you!!

    Essentials Towing & Recovery - towing - Updated May 2026

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