Heavy Duty Towing — Texas Hill Country
24/7 semi truck, commercial vehicle, RV, and heavy equipment recovery across the Hill Country — US 290, US 281, I-35, Ranch Road 12, and the corridors connecting Wimberley, Dripping Springs, Blanco, Johnson City, San Marcos, Kyle, and Buda. Dispatched from two yards positioned where the calls actually happen.
Heavy duty towing isn't a side service we offer when we're not busy with passenger cars. It's a core part of what Wimberley Towing does. Semi trucks on US 290. Tractor-trailers running 281 between Blanco and Johnson City. RVs heading to the wineries that broke down on Fitzhugh Road. Construction equipment that needs to move between sites in Dripping Springs. Fleet vehicles for Hill Country businesses. All of it, day or night, with WreckMaster-certified operators and equipment built for the work.
We've earned a reputation in this region the way every real towing company does — one recovery at a time. Best of Hays 2024 Best Wrecker Service winner. Family-owned since 2015. Two physical yards. Live dispatch, no answering service, no call center routing.
Call 512-375-1215 — real person, every time.
Two Yards, Real Coverage Across the Hill Country
Most heavy duty services in this region dispatch from Austin or San Antonio. We dispatch from inside the Hill Country itself, with yards positioned where the actual call volume is. That's not marketing — it's geography that affects response time.
Wimberley Yard — Ranch Road 12
15711 Ranch Road 12, Wimberley, TX 78676. This yard sits directly on RR 12, the corridor that connects Wimberley to Dripping Springs to the north and San Marcos to the south. From here, we cover the southern stretch of US 290, all of RR 12, the Wimberley area, and the I-35 corridor through San Marcos, Kyle, and Buda.
Fastest reach: Dripping Springs, Wimberley, San Marcos, Kyle, Buda, southern Austin via 290.
Blanco Yard — Koch Road
174 Koch Road, Blanco, TX 78606. This yard sits directly off US 281, the corridor that connects San Antonio through Blanco to Johnson City and north. From here, we cover the US 281 corridor through Blanco County, the western US 290 approach into Dripping Springs, and the rural Hill Country routes around Blanco and Johnson City.
Fastest reach: Blanco, Johnson City, western Dripping Springs via 290, Round Mountain, the 281/290 concurrent stretch.
When you call, the dispatcher decides which yard responds based on where you are and what equipment you need. That's a 60-second decision instead of a 60-minute drive from out of area.
What Counts as Heavy Duty (And What We Actually Tow)
Heavy duty towing covers any vehicle over 10,000 pounds — Class 3 through Class 8. That's a big range. Here's what we work with most often around the Hill Country.
Semi Trucks & Tractor-Trailers
18-wheelers, freight haulers, commercial semis. Loaded or unloaded. Mechanical failures, blown tires, transmission issues, accident recovery. The bread and butter of what heavy duty actually means.
Box Trucks Over 26,000 lbs
Commercial straight trucks, refrigerated box trucks (reefers), large delivery vehicles. The middle weight class that doesn't quite fit on a medium duty wrecker.
Class A Motorhomes & RVs
Diesel pushers, gas Class A coaches, large fifth-wheels with the right setup, and tour buses. Hill Country tourism brings RV traffic year-round — breakdowns happen.
Construction Equipment
Dump trucks, cement mixers, large excavators, bulldozers, backhoes. Equipment transport between active job sites or recovery when something fails on site.
Buses & Specialty Vehicles
Shuttle buses, school buses, tour buses, large utility vehicles, armored vehicles, fire trucks. Specialty heavy vehicles that need experienced operators and the right equipment.
Agricultural & Ranch Equipment
Large tractors, livestock haulers, hay trucks, ranch equipment. Hill Country ranches and ag operations need transport and recovery — we cover it.
Not sure if your situation needs heavy duty equipment versus medium duty? Call 512-375-1215 and tell us the vehicle and the problem — we'll dispatch the right truck instead of guessing.
The Corridors We Actually Run
We don't claim statewide coverage we can't deliver. Here's where we work, what each corridor is like, and which yard dispatches from where.
US Highway 290 — Full Hill Country Stretch
From the 290/71 Y at Oak Hill through Dripping Springs and west toward Johnson City. Commercial traffic, commuter volume, and the busiest corridor in our service area. We cover the entire Hill Country stretch with dedicated 290 service.
US Highway 281 — Blanco County
From the Comal County line through Blanco, the 281/290 concurrent stretch, Johnson City, and north to Round Mountain. Our Blanco yard is directly off 281 — this is our home corridor for heavy duty work.
Interstate 35 — San Marcos, Kyle, Buda
One of the busiest commercial trucking corridors in Texas. We cover the Hays County stretch of I-35 from San Marcos through Kyle and Buda, dispatched from our Wimberley yard via RR 12 or US 290 depending on the call location.
Local pages: San Marcos · Kyle · Buda
Ranch Road 12 & Hill Country Backroads
RR 12 runs directly past our Wimberley yard. We work it constantly between Wimberley, Dripping Springs, and San Marcos. We also cover Fitzhugh Road's brewery and distillery corridor, Hamilton Pool Road, and the connecting Hill Country routes.
Local pages: Wimberley · Dripping Springs
Highway 71 — Oak Hill to Bee Cave
Heavy commercial traffic between Austin and the Hill Country. We cover the southern stretch from the 290/71 Y at Oak Hill toward Bee Cave and Lakeway — particularly for calls in our natural service area.
Central Texas Toll Network
SH 130 (the I-35 bypass), SH 45 (Austin outer loop), and SH 71 to Bastrop carry commercial traffic around Austin. We respond to toll road calls when we're the closest service and the situation warrants — call us and we'll give you a real ETA.
Heavy Duty Services We Provide
Beyond the basic tow, heavy duty work covers a range of recovery and transport scenarios.
Emergency Semi Truck Recovery
Breakdown response on 290, 281, I-35, and the connecting corridors. Mechanical failures, blown tires, electrical issues, transmission problems, blown air systems. Loaded or unloaded — we assess each situation and dispatch what's appropriate.
Accident Scene Heavy Duty Response
Multi-vehicle accidents involving commercial vehicles. We coordinate with Hays County Sheriff, Blanco County Sheriff, DPS, and insurance providers on scene to clear the highway efficiently and safely.
Rollover Recovery & Uprighting
Heavy duty rollovers require specialized uprighting equipment and operators trained for it. Not every heavy duty service can do this safely. Ours can.
Winching & Off-Roadway Recovery
Commercial vehicles that leave the roadway — into ditches, against embankments, off the shoulder after rain. Heavy duty winching requires the right cable, the right angle, and the right equipment for the load weight.
RV & Motorhome Recovery
Class A motorhomes, large fifth-wheels, and tour buses. Hill Country tourism produces steady RV traffic on 290, 281, and the wine trail routes — when something goes wrong, we handle it with equipment rated for the load.
Construction & Equipment Transport
Moving heavy equipment between active job sites — dump trucks, excavators, skid steers (for the heavier units), and large construction machinery. Common work as Dripping Springs and the surrounding area keeps growing.
Running a Fleet? Set Up a Corporate Account.
If your trucks run the Hill Country regularly — freight, construction, oil and gas service, food and beverage distribution, tour operations, or any commercial operation — the smart move is to have us in your dispatch contacts before you need us. Our Corporate Accounts are built for that.
Priority Response
Fleet accounts move to the front of the queue when calls come in. When your trucks are sitting on the shoulder, that matters.
Direct Billing
No driver paperwork, no credit card hassles. We bill the company directly through your established account.
Pre-Set Pricing
Negotiated rates locked in advance, not made up during an emergency. Predictable cost is fleet-friendly cost.
Or call 512-375-1215 to talk through fleet setup directly.
Why Hill Country Fleets & Drivers Call Us
Best of Hays 2024 — Best Wrecker Service
Voted by the local community. The reputation comes from doing the work right, on heavy duty calls and passenger calls alike.
Two Yards in the Hill Country
Wimberley yard on RR 12. Blanco yard on Koch Road off 281. We dispatch from inside the region — not from Austin or San Antonio fighting traffic to reach you.
WreckMaster Certified Operators
Heavy duty work isn't just equipment — it's the operator behind it. WreckMaster training covers damage-free recovery, scene safety, and the techniques that prevent expensive mistakes.
24/7 Live Local Dispatch
Real dispatchers who know the area. No answering service, no national call center. When you describe "south of Round Mountain" or "the 290/RR 12 light," they know what you mean.
Broken Down? Here's What Speeds Things Up
First time calling a heavy duty service? This is what helps us get the right equipment moving fast:
Where you are: Highway and direction of travel. Mile marker if you can see one. Otherwise a landmark — "south of Johnson City," "past the Belterra exit," "at the 290/RR 12 light."
What you're driving: Vehicle class, weight, and what it is. "Loaded reefer running hot" tells us much more than "my truck."
What's wrong: Mechanical failure, accident, rollover, off the road, blown tire, electrical. Each one gets different equipment.
Where it needs to go: Your usual repair facility? A specific shop? Not sure yet? We can recommend regional shops we've worked with.
Your safety status: Are you in the vehicle, off the highway, injured? This shapes how we prioritize the dispatch.
If you don't have all of this — call anyway. The worst call is the one you didn't make.
Heavy Duty Towing — Honest Answers
What counts as heavy duty versus medium duty?
Heavy duty is anything over 10,000 pounds — Class 3 through Class 8 vehicles. That covers semis, large box trucks, Class A motorhomes, buses, and big construction equipment. Medium duty is the 10,000 to 26,000 pound range — typical box trucks, smaller RVs, and most commercial fleet vehicles. The right wrecker depends on actual weight, not just vehicle type. Tell us what you're driving and what it weighs loaded and we'll dispatch what fits.
How fast can you reach me?
Depends on your location, time of day, and current call volume. Our two-yard positioning gives us a meaningful response advantage over Austin or San Antonio-based services for most Hill Country calls. The Wimberley yard reaches Dripping Springs, RR 12, and the I-35 corridor through Hays County. The Blanco yard reaches the US 281 corridor through Blanco County and the western 290 approach. Call 512-375-1215 and our dispatcher will give you a real ETA based on where you actually are.
What does heavy duty towing cost?
There isn't a flat number we can quote on a website — and any service that gives you one is doing it to win the call, not to be accurate. Pricing depends on vehicle weight, distance, time of day, complexity (loaded vs. unloaded, winching required, road conditions), and whether you have a fleet account with us. What we can promise: an upfront estimate over the phone before we dispatch, and no surprises on the invoice.
Do you tow loaded semis?
Yes, depending on the load. We assess each situation individually — total weight, what you're hauling, whether the freight can be moved or transferred, and what condition the tractor is in. In some cases we recommend cargo transfer before towing to protect the freight and stay within equipment capacity. We won't take on a tow we shouldn't, and we'll tell you straight what we recommend.
How do I set up a fleet account?
Call 512-375-1215 and ask for fleet account setup, or visit our Corporate Accounts page. We'll talk through your operation — how many trucks, what corridors they run, your insurance setup, and how you want billing handled. We work with regional freight, construction, oil and gas, food and beverage distribution, tour operators, and any commercial fleet that needs reliable heavy duty backup.
Do you handle accident scenes involving commercial vehicles?
Yes. Heavy duty accident response is a coordinated job — we work with Hays County Sheriff, Blanco County Sheriff, DPS, and insurance providers on scene. For multi-vehicle scenes or rollovers, we dispatch the appropriate uprighting and recovery equipment immediately. Call 512-375-1215 with the highway, direction of travel, and what's actually wrecked — we'll plan the recovery before we arrive.
Do you tow Class A motorhomes and tour buses?
Yes. Heavy duty equipment is rated for Class A motorhomes, diesel pushers, large fifth-wheels with the right setup, tour buses, and shuttle buses. Hill Country tourism is a real call source for us — RVs on the wine trail, tour buses moving between venues, motorhomes heading to Hamilton Pool or Pedernales Falls. Tell our dispatcher the vehicle length, whether you're towing behind, and any passengers we should know about.
What do I do if my semi breaks down on the highway?
Get to the widest shoulder available if at all possible. Activate hazards. Set up reflective triangles if you have them. Stay in the vehicle if traffic is heavy — don't try to walk along the shoulder. Call 512-375-1215 with the highway, your direction of travel, and the nearest mile marker or landmark. If you're in a genuinely unsafe spot, tell our dispatcher and we'll prioritize the call. Don't try to fix it yourself on a live shoulder.
Heavy Duty Coverage by City
Each city has its own corridors, traffic patterns, and call types. See the location pages for local detail.
Need Heavy Duty Towing in the Hill Country?
Two yards. Live local dispatch. WreckMaster certified. 24/7.