Roadside Assistance in Houston, TX
Getting roadside assistance in Houston shouldn't mean waiting on hold or paying for a year of membership you'll barely use. STUCK Roadside dispatches independent local operators across Harris County and the surrounding suburbs. You request a jump start, lockout help, tire change, fuel delivery, winch-out or tow at stuck.solutions, see the price up front, and track your operator's arrival.
Houston covers a huge area, and most of it is reached by freeway. A breakdown on the Katy Freeway at rush hour is a very different problem from a dead battery in a Montrose driveway, and in summer the heat and humidity make waiting on a shoulder risky. STUCK connects you with someone nearby who can handle the job, and you pay only for that job.
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Each service is booked on its own, so you pay only for what you need.
Jump start
What's included: A dead battery is the most common roadside problem. The operator connects jumper cables or a jump pack, gets your engine running and lets you know if the battery looks like it's failing. Houston's heat and humidity are hard on batteries, and parking lots at the Galleria, the Medical Center and the airports are common places to find a dead one.
When to call: Call when your car clicks or won't crank, the dash lights are dim, or you left the headlights on.
Price: Upfront price shown before you book.
Lockout
What's included: Keys locked inside, or a key fob that died? The operator uses non-destructive entry tools to open your vehicle. You'll need to show you're allowed to access the vehicle. From Heights driveways to Energy Corridor parking garages, lockouts happen everywhere. Give the operator your garage level and space number.
When to call: Call when your keys are visible on the seat, in the trunk, or you simply can't get in.
Price: Upfront price shown before you book.
Flat tire change
What's included: The operator swaps your flat for your spare and checks that the lug nuts are tight. If you don't have a usable spare, a tow to a tire shop may be the better option. Construction debris on busy corridors like I-45 and I-10 causes plenty of flats. If you're on a freeway shoulder, stay buckled in or move well away from traffic.
When to call: Call when you have a flat or a blowout, or you aren't comfortable jacking up a car on a busy shoulder.
Price: Upfront price shown before you book.
Fuel delivery
What's included: Ran out of gas? The operator brings enough fuel to get you to the nearest station. You'll see the price before you book. Stop-and-go traffic on the Katy Freeway or US-290 burns more fuel than you'd expect, and running out in a traffic jam is common.
When to call: Call when your tank is empty or the gauge was lying to you.
Price: Upfront price shown before you book.
Winch-out
What's included: If your car is stuck in mud, sand, a ditch or soft shoulder, the operator uses a winch to pull it back onto solid ground where it can be driven safely. After heavy rain, soggy shoulders and ditches along suburban roads in places like Cypress and Katy can trap a car quickly.
When to call: Call when your wheels spin without moving, or you've slid off the pavement and the car isn't badly damaged.
Price: Upfront price shown before you book.
Towing
What's included: When a quick fix won't get you moving, the operator tows your vehicle to the destination you choose, such as your home, your mechanic or a dealership. Let us know about your vehicle type and any special conditions (low clearance, all-wheel drive, won't roll) when you request, so the right equipment is sent.
When to call: The car won't start after a jump, there's an accident or mechanical failure, there's no usable spare, or the car went through water.
Price: From $50. See details on our $50 towing in Houston page.
Where we cover in Houston
Freeways and corridors. Houston drivers spend a lot of time on I-45 (the Gulf Freeway to the south, the North Freeway toward The Woodlands), I-10 (the Katy Freeway west and the East Freeway toward Baytown), the I-610 Loop, Beltway 8 / Sam Houston Tollway, US-59 / I-69 (the Southwest and Eastex Freeways), US-290 toward Cypress, SH-288 toward Pearland and the Grand Parkway (SH-99). When you request, give your direction of travel and the nearest exit or cross street. On the toll roads, a mile marker helps.
Neighborhoods and suburbs. Downtown, Midtown, Montrose, the Heights, the Galleria/Uptown area, the Texas Medical Center, Memorial and the Energy Corridor, plus suburbs including Katy, Sugar Land, Pearland, Pasadena, Cypress, Spring, Humble, Kingwood and The Woodlands. Coverage depends on which independent operators are available near you when you request.
Airports: IAH and Hobby. Both George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) in north Houston and William P. Hobby (HOU) in southeast Houston have large parking areas where cars sit for days, and that's prime time for a battery to die. Include your garage or lot and level when you request, and follow any airport rules for service vehicles.
Local hazards to plan for.
- Street and underpass flooding. Heavy rain can flood Houston streets and freeway underpasses in a short time. Don't drive into water. If your car stalled in water, don't try to restart it. Request a tow.
- Hurricane and tropical storm season. Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 through November 30. In and after storms, roads can stay hazardous and demand for help goes up, so stay off flooded roads and follow official guidance.
- Heat and humidity. Long, hot summers are hard on batteries and tires, and waiting outside a car is uncomfortable and can be unsafe. If you can do so safely, wait somewhere shaded and away from traffic.
- Free public options. On some freeways, Harris County's Motorist Assistance Program (MAP) and the City of Houston's Tow and Go program may be able to help with certain breakdowns. They're worth knowing about. STUCK is for when you want to pick your service and book it directly.
No membership needed
Traditional auto clubs like AAA charge an annual membership fee whether or not you ever break down. STUCK works differently: there's no membership and no annual fee. You pay per service, when you need it, and you see the price before you book. If you already have roadside coverage through your insurer, car warranty or credit card, that's fine. STUCK is there whenever booking direct is simpler.
How it works
- Request help. Go to stuck.solutions, choose your service and share your location in Houston.
- Get matched. We match you with a nearby independent operator, and you see the upfront price before you confirm.
- Track the arrival. Follow your operator's progress until they arrive. Arrival times vary with traffic, weather and how busy operators are.
While you wait, stay somewhere safe: as far off the roadway as you can get, with your hazard lights on.
Get Roadside Help NowRoadside assistance in Houston: FAQ
How much does roadside assistance cost in Houston?
Towing starts from $50. For other services, such as jump starts, lockouts, tire changes, fuel delivery and winch-outs, you see an upfront price before you book. There's no annual fee.
Can I get help on the Katy Freeway, the 610 Loop or Beltway 8?
Yes. Requests are accepted along Houston's major freeways, including I-10, I-45, I-610, Beltway 8 and US-59/I-69. Give your direction of travel and the nearest exit so the operator can find you.
My battery died at IAH or Hobby airport parking. What should I do?
Request a jump start and include the garage or lot, level and row. Check posted airport rules about service vehicles.
What about Houston's free programs like MAP or Tow and Go?
Harris County's Motorist Assistance Program and Houston's Tow and Go may help on certain freeways. Eligibility and coverage are set by those programs. STUCK lets you choose and book a specific service anywhere you're stuck, including driveways and parking lots.
My car went through high water and won't start. Can I get a jump?
Don't restart it. Water in the engine can make the damage worse. Request a tow to a shop instead.
Do you cover suburbs like Katy, Sugar Land, Pearland and The Woodlands?
Yes, subject to which independent operators are available nearby when you request. The app shows you what's available before you book.
Is STUCK a membership like AAA?
No. There's no membership and no yearly fee. You pay for the service you use, when you use it.
Is help available after a storm?
STUCK takes requests 24/7, but demand can spike during and after severe weather. Stay safe, avoid flooded roads, and follow official guidance.