Battery Boost or Car Jumpstart Service
What to Do When You Need a Battery Boost or Car Jumpstart
Imagine this scenario: you’re about to run important errands at various locations. You get into your car, turn the key, and all you hear is a clicking sound. The engine won’t start. It’s always disheartening to hear that sound, especially when you have places to be. This typically happens due to prolonged exposure to cold weather, loose engine connections, or a drained battery. So, you decide to call a towing company.
While waiting for the tow truck, a stranger offers to help jumpstart your car. Should you accept the stranger’s offer or wait for the tow truck to arrive? Here’s why you should politely decline the stranger’s goodwill and opt for professional assistance:
Safety First
You’ve likely been told since childhood not to talk to strangers, and this advice is particularly relevant in situations like a car breakdown. Being stranded with a dead battery can be dangerous. While the stranger’s help might seem like a relief, it could lead to a more hazardous situation. The stranger might not know how to safely jumpstart a car. Issues like corroded battery posts, compromised battery integrity, or worn cables can pose a risk of battery explosion. Such an explosion can damage your car and injure people nearby.
If you find yourself without a working phone, ask the person offering help to call the towing company for you. Safety should always come first. At Pickering Town Towing, our team of professionals is trained to assess your car’s condition and determine the best course of action. We can safely boost your battery or tow your car if necessary.
Prevent Further Damage
While it might seem convenient, accepting a stranger’s help to boost your battery is not advisable. The stranger may lack the experience and skill to jumpstart your car properly. Modern cars, especially those manufactured from the 2000s onward, have complex electrical systems. Devices like navigation systems, road cameras, and airbags have wiring that could be seriously damaged in a battery explosion. Dead batteries are a common issue, and tow truck companies handle them frequently. Although it might seem simple to use the stranger’s cables, a tow truck technician can safely transport you and your car to a repair shop.
Call the Professionals
If your car battery is dead, leave it to the professionals. Contact us at 289-210-0570. Our standby operator will be happy to assist you.