Heavy-Duty Towing & Recovery
Heavy-Duty Recovery
in Kamloops, BC
Rollovers, jackknifes, loaded trailers, and commercial breakdowns. Our 40-ton rotator and heavy wreckers recover it safely and get the highway moving again, 24/7.
Heavy Lift
40-Ton Rotator
For rollovers and hard-to-reach recoveries
Fleet
22 Trucks
Light, medium, and heavy-duty
Hauling
53’ Tridem Landoll
For equipment and oversized loads
Dispatch
Open 24/7
Nights, weekends, and holidays
Heavy Recovery Specialists
When It’s Big, Call Don’s
A loaded semi on its side or a trailer down an embankment isn’t a job for a regular tow truck. It takes the right equipment, an experienced crew, and a plan. Don’s Towing has handled heavy recoveries around Kamloops since 1969.
Our 40-ton rotator can lift and swing from angles a standard wrecker can’t reach, so we can recover heavy vehicles safely, protect the load where possible, and reopen the road faster.
Recovery in Action
Semi Wreck Recovery on Hwy 5A
On December 4, 2025, a semi went off Highway 5A just outside Kamloops and was torn apart in the crash. Thankfully, the driver walked away with only minor injuries.
Our crew used the rotator to lift the wrecked tractor out of the snow, loaded it onto our Landoll trailer, and cleared the scene. This is the kind of job heavy recovery is built for.
What We Recover
Heavy-Duty Towing for Anything on the Road
Semis & Loaded Trailers
Tractor-trailers, B-trains, and loaded units towed or recovered, whether they’re broken down or off the road.
Rollovers & Jackknifes
Upright and recover overturned or jackknifed units with the rotator and heavy wreckers.
Off-Road & Embankment Recovery
Winching and lifting vehicles out of ditches, embankments, and off-road spots on rural roads and highways.
Buses, RVs & Motorhomes
Large passenger vehicles and motorhomes towed safely without damage.
Commercial & Fleet Vehicles
Dump trucks, service trucks, delivery vehicles, and fleet units back to your shop or yard.
Heavy Equipment & Machinery
Equipment moved on our 53’ tridem Landoll trailer. See equipment hauling.
Built for the Big Jobs
A 40-ton rotator, heavy wreckers, and a 53’ tridem Landoll trailer, backed by a 22-truck fleet and a crew that knows these highways.
How It Works
How a Heavy Recovery Works
1
Call Dispatch
Tell us where the unit is, what happened, and what it’s carrying.
2
Scene Assessment
We send the right equipment and plan the safest way to recover it.
3
Safe Recovery
Our operators upright, winch, or lift the vehicle and secure it for towing.
4
Road Cleared
The unit is towed to your shop, yard, or our Kamloops yard.
Who We Work With
Trusted by Drivers, Fleets, and First Responders
Don’s Towing handles heavy calls for:
- Owner-operators and long-haul drivers
- Trucking companies and commercial fleets
- ICBC, BCAA, and CAA
- RCMP and emergency services
- Dealerships, garages, and body shops
Sister Company
Need Traffic Control at the Scene?
Our sister company, Rivercity Roadwise, provides certified traffic control and flagging in Kamloops, so the scene stays safe while we work.
Service Areas
Heavy Recovery on Kamloops-Area Highways
We cover the Coquihalla, Highway 1, Highway 5, and Highway 97, plus the towns in between.
FAQ
Heavy-Duty Towing Questions
Can you tow a fully loaded semi?
Yes. Our heavy wreckers and 40-ton rotator are built for loaded tractor-trailers. Tell dispatch what the unit is carrying so we send the right equipment.
What is a rotator, and when do you need one?
A rotator is a heavy wrecker with a crane boom that rotates. It can lift and swing a vehicle from the side or from above, which makes it the right tool for rollovers, embankments, and tight spots where a standard wrecker can’t set up.
Do you work with insurance companies?
Yes. We handle calls for ICBC, BCAA, and CAA, and we coordinate with insurance providers on collision recoveries.
How much does a heavy recovery cost?
Every recovery is different. Cost depends on the vehicle, the load, the location, and the equipment needed. Call dispatch for a quote.
Are you available at night and on weekends?
Yes. Dispatch is open 24/7, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Reviews
4.7 Stars From 500+ Google Reviews
Heavy Unit Down? We’re On Our Way.
Call dispatch any time, day or night.