RV Towing

RV Towing in Gilbert, AZ

RVs are a big deal in Arizona. Between the snowbird season, the weekend camping trips up to Payson or the Rim, and the full-timers passing through on the way to Quartzsite, there’s always someone in Gilbert who needs an RV moved. The problem is, most towing companies don’t have the trucks or the experience to handle a 30-foot motorhome or a heavy fifth-wheel trailer. Thompson’s Auto Repair & Towing does. We’ve been towing oversized vehicles in Gilbert and the East Valley for over 30 years. Our heavy-duty flatbeds and wrecker trucks can handle Class A, Class B, and Class C motorhomes, fifth-wheels, travel trailers, and toy haulers. If your RV is stuck, broken down, or just needs to be relocated, call 480-418-9206 — we’re available 24/7.

Why Choose Thompson’s for RV Towing

RVs are expensive, they’re big, and they’re awkward to move when they can’t move themselves. You need a towing company that has the right equipment and has done this before — not someone figuring it out with your $80,000 motorhome on the hook.

Bryan Vivian, Thompson’s owner, has spent over three decades building a towing operation that handles everything from compact cars to construction equipment. RV towing is a core part of what we do, especially during the fall and spring when snowbird season hits and the RV parks around Gilbert, Mesa, and Apache Junction fill up.

Here’s what makes Thompson’s different: we’re not just a towing company. We’re a full-service auto repair shop too. If your RV broke down because of a mechanical issue — engine trouble, brake failure, electrical problem, overheating — we can diagnose and fix it. Most towing companies will haul your RV to a dealer and leave you waiting weeks for service. We can often get you back on the road faster and for less money.

We don’t just tow your RV — we fix it too. That’s been our approach since day one.

How RV Towing Works

Step 1: Call us at 480-418-9206. Give us the details — what type of RV (motorhome, fifth-wheel, travel trailer), the approximate length and weight, and your location. This helps us send the right truck.

Step 2: We dispatch the right equipment. RV towing requires heavy-duty trucks. Depending on your RV’s size and weight, we’ll send a flatbed, a heavy-duty wrecker, or a wheel-lift truck rated for the load. We match the equipment to the job.

Step 3: On-site assessment. Our driver evaluates the situation — is the RV driveable onto a flatbed? Does it need to be winched? Are there obstacles (tight campground roads, soft shoulders, steep grades)? We figure out the safest approach before we hook up.

Step 4: Secure and tow. We use heavy-duty straps, chains, and tie-down points rated for your RV’s weight. Everything gets double-checked before we move. We transport to your destination — home, RV park, repair shop, storage facility, or dealer.

Step 5: Repair if needed. If your RV has a mechanical issue we can fix, we’ll take care of it at our shop. Engine, brakes, suspension, electrical — we handle the common stuff that strands RV owners on the side of the road.

When You Need RV Towing in Gilbert

Gilbert sits right on the way to and from a lot of popular RV destinations — the Superstition Mountains, Tonto National Forest, and the campgrounds east along US 60. Here’s when RV owners typically call us:

  • Breakdown on the highway: Engine overheating on the 202 or US 60 is common, especially in summer. Arizona heat destroys cooling systems that haven’t been maintained.
  • Tire blowout: RV tires are under enormous stress from heat and weight. A blowout on the Loop 202 Santan can leave you stranded with no way to change the tire yourself.
  • Stuck in a campground or RV park: Soft ground, tight turns, or a dead engine in a tricky spot. We’ve pulled RVs out of situations that seemed impossible.
  • Snowbird arrivals and departures: Need your RV moved from storage to an RV park, or from Gilbert to a winter destination? We can handle it.
  • Accident recovery: After a collision or road incident, we’ll safely recover your RV and transport it to a collision center.

Service Areas for RV Towing

We provide RV towing throughout Gilbert and the greater East Valley:

  • Power Ranch
  • Agritopia
  • Val Vista Lakes
  • Morrison Ranch
  • Seville
  • SanTan Village area
  • Heritage District

Nearby cities: Chandler, Mesa, Queen Creek, San Tan Valley, Tempe, Scottsdale, Apache Junction, and Phoenix. We also offer long-distance RV towing — ask us about transporting your RV to destinations outside the Valley.

Frequently Asked Questions — RV Towing

What size RV can you tow?

We can tow Class A, B, and C motorhomes, fifth-wheel trailers, travel trailers, and toy haulers. If you’re not sure whether your RV is within our equipment range, call us at 480-418-9206 with the make, model, and approximate weight. We’ll let you know right away.

Can you tow a fifth-wheel without the tow vehicle?

Yes. We can transport a fifth-wheel or travel trailer that’s been unhitched from the tow vehicle. We’ll use the appropriate dolly or flatbed setup to move the trailer safely.

How much does RV towing cost?

RV towing pricing depends on the size and weight of the RV, the distance, and the complexity of the pickup. Rates are higher than standard vehicle towing because of the equipment required. Call 480-418-9206 for an honest quote — we don’t add surprise charges.

Can Thompson’s repair my RV?

We can handle many common RV mechanical repairs — engine issues, brakes, suspension, batteries, electrical systems, and cooling system problems. For specialized RV systems like generators, slide-outs, or propane systems, we’ll refer you to an RV-specific service center. But for anything related to the vehicle itself? We’ve got it covered.

Call Thompson’s for RV Towing — 480-418-9206

When your RV is stuck, broken, or just needs to be somewhere else, Thompson’s Auto Repair & Towing has the heavy-duty equipment and 30+ years of experience to get it there safely. We’re based in Gilbert, we serve the entire East Valley, and we’re available 24/7.

Call 480-418-9206 now. Let’s get your RV moving.