Towing service · Reading, OH · reviewed since 2019
iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%94+51.3Reliability 24%96+23.3Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%89+6.3Experts Score= 95Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.95SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#40 of 144 towing servicesiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 73%
4.9★★★★★1,329 Google reviews · 24 photos
96%five-star reviews
4.95★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0.4%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Google reviewers for Englewood Truck Towing and Recovery in Reading, OH, report a 4.9/5 rating from 1329 reviews, with the owner responding to 79% of them. Customers frequently praise the professionalism, punctuality, and helpfulness of drivers who handle various towing and roadside assistance tasks efficiently. Positive feedback highlights reasonable rates and quick response times for commercial and personal vehicles. However, some low-star reviews criticize the customer service department for being unhelpful, condescending, or charging high fees for simple services like jump starts or snow removal.
Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 1,329 reviews (96% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 1,328 Google reviews (592 with written comments, 41 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 79% of reviews.
Most recent review: August 20, 2026.
Service: Towing Service serving Reading, Ohio.
Data from Google, last updated November 2, 2026.
Score profile vs other towing services
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: craft & service and value; weakest: replies to reviews.
This companyTowing Services median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Englewood Truck Towing and Recovery: 94/100 on this factor. Category median: 91.A
94
ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Englewood Truck Towing and Recovery: 96/100 on this factor. Category median: 87.A
96
Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Englewood Truck Towing and Recovery: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
100
ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Englewood Truck Towing and Recovery: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Englewood Truck Towing and Recovery: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Englewood Truck Towing and Recovery: 89/100 on this factor. Category median: 69.A
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Star ratings
1,328 Google reviews we collected
4.9of 5
5 stars1,27196%
4 stars433%
3 stars30%
2 stars00%
1 star111%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 592 written reviews
99%praise
Praise80799%
Complaints101%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
99%fair
Great price6428%
Reasonable5725%
Overpriced10%
Not sure10747%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude31438%
Speed & response23028%
Quality & results15319%
Would recommend648%
Communication223%
Price & value192%
Honesty & trust152%
What customers talk about
We read 592 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“He was professional, and courteous and most of all….”
“Spoke with both male and female staff and they were very condescending.”
“We were broke down in a bad spot and the driver was prompt and very helpful and got us out of there greatly appreciated.”
“Slow down & move over for these guys & gals, they have a family at home who needs them!”
“Guy said he was gonna show up by 2:30am and he was there before that, great service”
“I’m re rating this because I called just now for a personal based on my previous experience and got terrible customer service”
“Will recommend it for any of everyone in need of the service.”
“Great communication, service, very professional appearance and attitude.”
“We have had an account with them for years, the rates are more than reasonable, they always come through and go above and beyond.”
“…he truck was been taken to definitely a good company built on hard an honest work ethic…”
People customers mention
Cincinnati7 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Englewood Truck Towing and Recovery for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
JJ2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★
Shout out to Jay at Englewood Truck Towing!
He was professional, and courteous and most of all…. ON TIME
Had my 36’ Class A RV towed without incident, on time and arrived at Freightliner safely. A hard working , conscientious young man. Thank You
Reasonable priceService not listed
RRhondaLocal Guide · 20 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★
These guys are the best. We have had an account with them for years, the rates are more than reasonable, they always come through and go above and beyond. We never use anyone else anymore!!!!
Great priceService not listed
BBill9 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★
Had a fantastic Tow done today by Tommy he was a very professional and polite young man thank you for your service.
BBrandonLocal Guide · 28 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★
Thank you so much.Tony got me back on the road in record.Time couldn't have been nicer about it!
BBobbyLocal Guide · 27 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 3 months ago★
I’m re rating this because I called just now for a personal based on my previous experience and got terrible customer service
Not sureService not listed
DdanielLocal Guide · 118 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★
Great towing service! This guy showed up early and was extremely professional and courteous. You can tell he has been doing this a long time. Thanks guys.
Shout out to Jay at Englewood Truck Towing!
He was professional, and courteous and most of all…. ON TIME
Had my 36’ Class A RV towed without incident, on time and arrived at Freightliner safely. A hard working , conscientious young man. Thank You
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Service not listed
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Rhonda HeldmanLocal Guide · 20 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Rhonda has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
These guys are the best. We have had an account with them for years, the rates are more than reasonable, they always come through and go above and beyond. We never use anyone else anymore!!!!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Service not listed
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Bill Dean9 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Bill has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Great towing service! This guy showed up early and was extremely professional and courteous. You can tell he has been doing this a long time. Thanks guys.
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David Sparks2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews David has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Great communication, service, very professional appearance and attitude. Thanks for helping me. Change out my coolant system and stop fuel leak issues ,awesome roadside service.
Price assessment: Great price
Response from the owner · 4 months ago
You’re welcome—thanks for the kind review. We’re glad our communication, professional approach, and roadside service helped get your coolant system fixed and the fuel leak stopped. Safe travels!
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Leonard GraceLocal Guide · 45 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Leonard has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Honestly, I thank GOD for sending that young man. He was a representative of the company that any business owner would be proud of. It’s really hard to employ well-rounded individuals. The customer service was top tier ; not to mention the actual detail executing the task. Thanks
Services: Service not listed
Response from the owner · 4 months ago
You’re welcome, and thank you for taking the time to share this. I’m grateful for your kind words about our team member and the top-tier customer service and execution you experienced at Englewood Truck Towing. We work hard to represent our company with professionalism and care, and your feedback means a lot. Safe travels!
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Jim BackLocal Guide · 31 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Jim has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.