Battery Jump Start Service in Allen, TX
Dead battery? Towing Squad brings a jump to your home, work or a parking lot anywhere in Collin County, 24 hours a day.
24/7 dispatch(469) 589-8124
What Is a Battery Jump Start?
A jump start gives a dead battery enough power to start the engine. Our driver connects a jump pack or cables to your battery, you start the car, and the alternator takes over from there.
Most jump start calls take only a few minutes once the truck arrives.
How to Tell the Battery Is Dead
- You hear clicking, but the engine will not crank.
- Dash lights look weak or flicker.
- The engine clicks or stays silent when you try to start it.
- The car started slowly for a few days before it quit.
- You left the lights or a door open overnight.
Why Batteries Die in North Texas
Heat is hard on car batteries. Long Texas summers speed up the wear inside the battery, and many batteries here last only a few years. Cold snaps in winter then push a weak battery over the edge.
Short trips around Allen, Plano and McKinney may not give the battery time to recharge, which also adds up.
Where We Jump Cars
- Home driveways and apartment lots
- Office parks and parking garages
- Grocery stores, malls and outlet lots
- Gas stations and highway shoulders
For cars stuck in a covered garage, see Parking Garage Towing.
If a Jump Does Not Work
Sometimes the problem is the starter, alternator or a bad battery cell. If a jump does not do it, the same truck can haul it to a mechanic or your driveway. See Flatbed Towing for AWD and electric cars.
Battery Care in Texas Heat
Summer heat in North Texas wears a car battery out faster than cold weather does. Heat speeds up the chemical reaction inside the battery and dries it out, so many batteries in Collin County last three to four years.
- Park in a garage or shade when you can.
- Keep the battery terminals clean and tight.
- Have the battery tested before summer and before long road trips.
- Replace a battery that has needed more than one jump in a month.
Jump Starts Around Allen
We jump cars in driveways, apartment lots, office garages and store lots across Allen, including Allen Premium Outlets, Watters Creek and the lots along Stacy Road and McDermott Drive. If the car will not start after a jump, we can tow it to a shop.
What to Tell Dispatch for a Jump Start
- Your address or the parking lot and the closest entrance
- The make, model and year of your vehicle
- Whether the engine clicks, cranks slowly or does nothing
- If the car is in a garage, the level and spot number
That lets the driver bring the right cables or jump pack and find your car fast. Call (469) 589-8124 any time, day or night.
How Much Does a Jump Start Cost?
Cost is based on where you are and when you call. Call (469) 589-8124 and we will quote it on the phone.
Battery Jump Start Across Collin County
We offer battery jump start in Allen and every city in Collin County. Pick your city to learn more.
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have a question? Dispatch can answer it on the phone.
Call (469) 589-8124How long does a jump start take?
Once our truck arrives, most jumps take a few minutes.
Can you jump an electric car?
Many EVs have a small 12-volt battery that can be jumped. Tell us your model when you call.
What happens if the jump does not work?
We can tow it to a repair shop or your home.
Do you jump start cars at night?
Yes. We are open 24 hours a day.
Can you jump start a hybrid or EV?
Hybrids and EVs have a 12-volt battery that can go dead. We can jump that battery so the car can power on.
Is it safe to jump start a car in the rain?
Yes, when it is done with the right equipment and the clamps are kept dry. Our driver handles the hookup so you do not have to.
How long should I drive after a jump start?
Drive for at least 20 to 30 minutes so the alternator can recharge the battery. If it dies again soon after, the battery or alternator likely needs to be replaced.
Need Battery Jump Start in Allen?
Give dispatch your location and a quick rundown. A truck sized for your vehicle heads out at any hour, to any city in Collin County.