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Bruce Towing Bruce Towing provides 24/7 towing, roadside assistance and auto locksmith services in San Bruno, CA. But there's a lot more to it: If you need your car towed 2 miles or 200 miles, we've got you covered. If you need your motorcycle towed, we can do it for you. If you need a flatbed tow instead of a tow dolly, we are more than happy to provide you with it. And if you need any kind of roadside assistance from changing a flat tire to gas delivery, we're there!
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  • San Bruno, CA
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Towing Services
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Our goal is full customer satisfaction on each and every job we undertake, we’ve been achieving this goal consistently for over a decade now. We can tow any kind of vehicle under any circumstances and over any distance. We offer highly professional services at rates that are hard to beat.
If you need any type of towing services in the greater San Bruno area give us a call and watch as we solve the whole situation out for you even quicker and better than you could hope for.
Roadside Assistance
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We can help you out if you’ve got a flat tire, had your vehicle’s battery die out on you, have run out of gas midway, got locked out of your vehicle or have encountered any other problem on the road. Our techs are top of their field, our tow trucks and service vans are state of the art. We are always on the job, 24/7 all year round, we know our way around San Bruno and guarantee fast response time to any location in or around the city.
Car Lockout
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Bruce Towing is composed of highly trained locksmiths who are licensed, reliable, professional and trustworthy. In terms of providing car lockout services, we make it a point to serve our customers well and accommodate them beyond their expectations. We ensure that the lockout concern is fixed and the driver is happy with the services availed.
Reviews (36)
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Ric M.
Apr 07, 2022
Called in for tow service on Monday 4-4-22 Lady says we have 8-10am 9-10am etc for Thursday I said I would like 8-10am so I can get it done before heading to work 9:30 Tow truck never showed up Called 5 times and only response is that the driver is looking for my address location Seems these guys are not very professional and organized If u need help asap don't call them You will wait forever First and last for me
Khoa Nguyen
Jan 17, 2022
Victor was great. Very nice and professional. This service was easy and convenient. I recommend using this towing company. Price for towing was $195 per hour. 2hrs minimum. Was able to use my credit card. We're grateful for their towing service being available to us. Services: Car lockouts, Car towing
Sabritas E.
Sep 29, 2021
They are the worst place in San Bruno, they pooped my trucks tires when they were towing it also put a dent on the side chasis. I called the supervisor and he did not even let me put my complaint, he said they were not liable for any damage and they had me on voice and video recording when the driver made me sign the receipt on the back for release of liability!

Can you imagine this? My truck has to be repaired tires, transmission and some other damages he did not including cosmetic damages. I don't have no money after this pandemic also they charge you $390 as soon as they get there that's the minimum.
Stephen Martin
Sep 21, 2021
Would not recommend. Driver was so late (the first time) that the shop was closed. So I pushed back to the following day, and the driver was about 30 minutes late again. Was quoted as $100-$150 and charged $250. Tow was only a few blocks, half a mile at most.
E. Esquide
Sep 11, 2021
Critical: Professionalism, Quality, Value This town company is garbage. They make you sign a liability paper before they do any work because they are incompetent. They damaged my entire vehicle. Popped the tires left a dent on the side broke transmission
Tabitha H.
Sep 01, 2021
This company is entirely unprofessional. I specifically requested a flatbed for a loaded F3 50 truck, and they brought a regular vehicle that could not hold the weight of our truck. They disconnected the rear differential without permission and that is not a legal method of towing a vehicle. When towing the vehicle back and hitting the brakes it would drag our truck behind it and safely and the vehicle would barely even stop.

They had one of my technicians inside the vehicle which was utterly unsafe. Then from there they told me specifically from the point of pick up to the point of drop off, that it would be a charge of 225 an hour with a three hour minimum. It took them four hours Because it took an additional hour for them to detach and reattach the differential on my truck. I will be disputing the credit card charge because this place is an absolute fraud.
Jose Diaz
Jul 09, 2021
I called to request a flatbed tow truck. I was told it would take forty minutes for a tow truck to arrive. I paid for it. An hour and a half later a tow truck showed up. Not a flatbed. I called the company to complain. They told me the flatbed was near by and arrived shortly. Four hours later the flatbed finally arrived bed. No communication. Unacceptable service. Wouldn't use them again.
Philip Hootsmans
Mar 17, 2021
Given ETA was 45 min.waited 2 hours and no show before being towed by another company. Service attendants continually put you on hold to avoid helping you with the issue.
Emma Maciaszek
Dec 18, 2020
Critical: Punctuality, Quality, Value I was told a technician would be there in 45 minutes ended up waiting for 4.5 hours for my smart car to be towed 1 mile away and was charged $500. Outrageous Service: Car towing
Preston M.
May 07, 2020
Car died in my driveway since I'm not driving very much so I needed a jump. Called at 10:30, told me it'd be 15-20 minutes. They arrived at 12:15 but honestly I didn't really care about the tardiness since I'm home anyways. Two guys show up, both without masks. One starts approaching me so I politely asked if he could either put on a mask and/or keep his distance.

He rolled his eyes and went back to put a mask on. Then since my car was in the driveway and they apparently didn't have a long enough cable or a jumper battery, without asking they drove ONTO MY NEIGHBOR'S LAWN to get closer to my car. It wasn't until then that he told me how much it was going to be ($140) and to me that was ridiculous for a jump start.

I mean I have cables, I could just have a friend come over for free and jump for me. I told him it was too much and so then they started to leave. Not before my neighbor came outside to yell at them for being on their lawn. Advice: tell people the cost beforehand, wear a mask or at least ask if the customer prefers you wear one, and don't drive onto people's lawns without asking. I mean, hello? Is that not basic understanding?
Olivia V.
Feb 18, 2020
Locked my keys in the car. Driver said it would take 20 mins to get to me. It did. Took like 5 mins to get my key out. COST $189. Totally not affordable.
K. Marie
Dec 28, 2019
Bad communication and untrustworthy. The driver said he'd be there in 40 minutes but took 1 hour and 40 minutes without notifying me of the delay. He charged the maximum quoted price for a jump start ($134 which is $40 more than base) even though there was no extra work - the jump start took 3 minutes. The cherry on top is that he didn't replace the battery cap at the end.
Shengyang W.
Oct 21, 2019
I was told to wait 45 minutes for a driver to show up and tow my car, after 1 hour I got a call from them, telling me they are out of driver. And they charge 280$ for tow a car for 5 miles distance They are garbage
Rebecca A.
Sep 13, 2019
BEWARE! This company is a scam. We were charged $1800.00 instead of $180.00 and we can not get the matter resolved with multiple attempts. Also the company contracts out and uses G D Towing. They were unable to perform the task we requested service for. I have contacted BBB and Channel 7 on your side to request help in getting these guys exposed and protect future customers.
Swapna J.
Jul 30, 2019
Rip off! They just subcontract to random guys who don't know anything about cars. I wasted 2 hours and nearly $50 today waiting for a "technician" who was just some bro in a Hyundai with short jumper cables. He couldn't start my car -- didn't even try. What a waste of time and money.
William Robinson
May 20, 2019
My car broke down in a parking lot. I called Bruce Towing at 5PM and they came within 45 min. The driver was nice and professional. He towed my car to my local auto shop. Over all the service was good and easy in a parking lot. I called Bruce Towing on 5PM and they came within 45 min. The driver was nice and professional. He towed my car to my local auto shop. Over all the service was good and easy.
Hadi R.
Apr 23, 2019
Over the phone, we were promised to be charged between $55 to $85 for a tow service. Then, the car got fixed with a jump start and towing was not even needed, but they charged for $150. Also, once I got the receipt, the merchant was GD towing (another tow company).
Jim A.
Feb 12, 2019
Had a flat tire in east Oakland and Mario came out and changed the tire In a professional, cordial and informative manner. It was a pleasure doing business with him via Toro Towing and I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone
Erica Richardson
Jan 14, 2019
Guy was really nice. He arrived in 20 minuets! He also recharged my car so it could drive up on to the tow ramp! He gave me a very good deal as well. I would recommend Bruce Towing if your in a pinch and need services right away!
Neil U.
Jan 11, 2019
Not even a one star rating! DO NOT USE! waited 45 minutes. tow showed up and hooked up my suv and had to tow only a few blocks down the street to a tire shop. charged me $227 and said it was because he provided full service plus special equipment for my rims? rip-off. never again will I use Bruce Towing. will send complaint to BBB.
Bob K.
Jan 04, 2019
DO NOT USE! Scam alert. No show. Only thing they did well was charge my card. Will dispute and send to BBB.
Megan Pereira
Dec 29, 2018
I needed to get my car towed and when the tow truck came, Martin was the technician and was great. By the time he came, we got my car working. But he made sure that we were okay before leaving, but he was great. I'm lucky that Martin was the technician to help us out. He had an up beat personality and very friendly! Thank you again Martin!
Megan P.
Dec 11, 2018
I needed to get my car towed and when the tow truck came, Martin was the technician and was great. By the time he came, we got my car working. But he made sure that we were okay before leaving, but he was great. I'm lucky that Martin was the technician to help us out. He had an up beat personality and very friendly!
Violet S.
Nov 21, 2018
*Scam alert* Do NOT waste your time and money with this so called 24/7 hour tow company. A friend of mine had a popped tire at 10pm and I came to keep her company on the side of the road, while she waited for this oh mighty Bruce to tow her car to safety. A woman on the phone ran her credit card and said that it would take 30-45 minutes for a dispatcher to arrive after we pinpointed the exact location.

They were a NO SHOW and NO RESPONSE. We called several times and the phone went to voicemail. Voicemail, busy signal, and no show. Wow. Thanks for leaving two girls stranded on the shoulder of a major freeway, just so you can scam "$120-175" service hold charge. Tomorrow morning we are going to call our credit card company and report them to the BBB. Unethical businesses are unacceptable in my opinion.
Devender B.
Sep 26, 2018
They told me it was going to take a hour for a tow, waited 3 hours. Called them was put on hold for more then 10 mins each time I called to ask after the first hour how long it will take. And they charge 50$ for cancellation, even when they take a extra 2 hours.
John W.
Jun 24, 2018
I called these guys to tow my motorcycle. They said it would cost $10/mile plus $85 extra because it was a motorcycle. Instead of sending their own tow truck, they sent somebody from GD Towing in San Francisco. I was towed 26 miles, but somehow they charged me $610. Complete rip-off. Do not call these guys unless you like getting screwed.
Mike X.
Apr 08, 2017
Pros: - Came in 1 hour Cons: - I paid $234 for a tow of only 0.4 miles - My car only needed a jumpstart (later confirmed by a mechanic I trust), but I ended up with an expensive tow because the tow driver said it could not be jumpstarted. In hindsight I think he may have had a dead portable battery. It was reading 0V across the terminals immediately upon being hooked to my car. Overall, I paid a lot for what might have been an unnecessary tow.

I can't prove it, but my hunch is that somebody like AAA, which has no financial incentive to perform unnecessary tows, would have made the roadside jumpstart work. All that said, I called a towing company and I got a tow within an hour, so how can I complain? 3 stars
Flavitcha L.
Mar 02, 2017
A family member and I recently needed a tow, and a friend referred me to Bruce Towing. I am glad she did! Guy (the driver) was quick to help us, arriving within 15 minutes we requested the service. Great customer service, professionalism and low prices. Hopefully I won't need a tow again soon, but in case I do, I have their number saved.
Oren H.
Jul 24, 2016
I got stuck in the middle of the freeway, not a fun situation. I did a search and decided to call Bruce Towing. They took the time to chat with me over the phone and kept me calm and made sure I was in a safe area. They told me to turn on my hazard lights and stay inside the car. I was surprised how fast they arrived. The tow truck arrived within 15 minutes and the rest of the experience was smooth sailing. Totally recommend this company.
Mariana B.
Jul 21, 2016
Bruce Towing in San Bruno Great costumer services and price. Tow truck drive arrive fast and open my car so I could get to work.
H. G.
Jul 20, 2016
If you need a tow truck, you need to call this company. Their rates are the lowest in the area and they don't rip you off either. Keep up the good work Bruce Towing.
Max Sullins
Great job. Got stuck on the hwy on rush hour, Juda came and towed my car in no time, good price and professional. I'll recommend those guys any time!!
Kisai R.
Great services !! Had a flat on the highway and they came out right away driver was very nice got my tire put on really quick and off I was awesome job! Dispatcher was awesome got all my info super fast made me feel safe
Johnny R.
My battery died on the way to an important meeting and I didn’t have a clue what to do. My buddy gave me the number for Bruce Towing and said they were the best he’d dealt with in San Bruno.
So, I gave them a call, got a quote and they replaced my battery without a hassle. It was quick, simple and affordable. The technician was friendly and honest. I’m very happy with the service I received.
Samantha G.
When my motorbike broke down, I didn’t expect to find a towing company who could tow it too quickly. I was on the side of a highway but ran a quick search on my phone. I found Bruce Towing and they were professional from the first second I started dealing with them.
Bruce Towing’s motorcycle towing was a great service and a big help when I needed them. They kept my bike secure and safe when they took it away. I definitely felt my bike was in good hands from start to finish. Bruce Towing is well worth giving a call!
Peter F.
Stupidly, I managed to lock my keys in the back of my car when I was about to leave for work. I couldn’t believe I’d done it but knew I had to get it sorted as soon as possible. I asked a friend if she knew of any good towing firms in the area and she directed me to Bruce Towing. I got a great quote for the work and they sent a member of their team out surprisingly quick. They got into my car and handed me my keys without a hitch. It was great! I was back on track and heading to work in no time. Thanks, Bruce Towing!