What free removal covers
The tow is free, full stop. There's no hook-up fee, no mileage charge and nothing taken out of your offer for the truck. We pick up from:
- Driveways, backyards and side yards
- Garages and carports
- Apartment and condo parking lots
- Street parking
- Repair shops and body shops holding your car
- Storage lots
If the car is in a tight spot, missing wheels, or buried behind other vehicles, tell us in the notes so we send the right equipment.
Removal services that charge versus buyers that pay
Some junk removal companies charge to haul a car away, then sell it for scrap themselves. A car buyer pays you for the same car, because it still has value in parts and metal. Unless the car is a stripped shell, you shouldn't pay to get rid of it.
No obligation.
Before the tow truck arrives
- Take out personal items, garage door openers and your toll tag.
- Find the title and have your ID ready.
- Remove the plates if your state requires it.
- Make sure the driver can reach the car, or tell us what's in the way.
After pickup, cancel the insurance and registration and file your state's release of liability so the car is officially out of your name.
Frequently asked questions
How much does junk car removal cost?
Nothing. Towing is free, and we pay you for the car.
Do I have to be there for the pickup?
Usually, yes. Someone needs to meet the driver to take the payment and then sign the title over. If that's hard to arrange, call us before pickup and we'll tell you what your state accepts, such as a family member with signed paperwork.
Can you remove a car with flat tires or no wheels?
Yes. Let us know in the form and we'll send a truck that can handle it.
Do you remove cars from apartment complexes?
Yes, as long as you own the car and the property allows tow trucks on site.
Reviewed by the Car Emptor team. Last updated November 6, 2026.