When something the size of a small building ends up sideways on a mountain road, that’s when Nathan’s Body Shop & Wrecker Service shows up. Our heavy duty towing crew handles the wrecks no one else wants—semi rollovers, diesel spills, twisted trailers, and off-road recoveries. We’re based in Franklin and Sylva, covering all of Western NC, Ridgecrest, Northern Georgia (especially Clayton), Eastern Tennessee, and Northern South Carolina. Whether it’s air cushion recovery, a winch-out, or dragging a motor home out of a ravine, we bring the right gear and a crew that doesn’t blink.

Heavy Duty Towing for Tractor-Trailers

When a tractor-trailer ends up jackknifed across a two-lane or wrapped around a guardrail, there’s no quick fix — unless you’ve got the right people and the right equipment. Nathan’s Body Shop & Wrecker Service specializes in heavy duty towing for 18-wheelers, box trucks, and commercial haulers stuck in the worst possible spots. Whether you’re blocking traffic on US 441 or down a logging road in the middle of nowhere, we’ve pulled rigs out of places they were never supposed to be. Fast dispatch, clean recovery, and no excuses — we move the big stuff. If you need heavy duty towing that shows up ready and knows what the hell it’s doing, call us.

Rotator Wrecker Services

Some wrecks just can’t be dragged — not without destroying more than you’re saving. That’s why we run a full rotator setup for the jobs that need lifting, not yanking. Cement trucks on their side, loaded trailers in a ditch, a semi hugging a telephone pole — we’ve seen it, we’ve flipped it, we’ve fixed it. Our operators don’t just push buttons and pray; they know angles, balance, and how to set 90,000 pounds back down without cracking it in half. It’s not magic, it’s just damn good heavy duty towing.

Air Cushion Recovery

When you’re staring at a flipped tractor-trailer full of someone else’s cargo and a DOT inspector with a clipboard the size of a pizza box, dragging it isn’t going to cut it. That’s where air cushion recovery comes in — and yes, it’s just as slick as it sounds. At Nathan’s Body Shop & Wrecker Service, we use high-pressure lift bags to float loaded trailers upright without cracking the frame or crushing what’s inside. It’s smart, it’s precise, and it keeps both the rig and your insurance premium intact. Heavy duty towing isn’t always about horsepower — sometimes, it’s about having a better plan.

Semi Truck Accident Recovery

Accidents happen — and when they do, they usually involve 80,000 pounds of steel, freight, and a whole lot of “what now?” That’s where Nathan’s Body Shop & Wrecker Service gets to work. Our semi truck accident recovery team shows up with experience, equipment, and a serious sense of urgency. We don’t just clear the scene — we stabilize it, recover the vehicle, and help get things moving again with as little downtime as possible. From highway blowouts to mountain jackknifes, this is heavy duty towing with purpose and precision. When the pressure’s high and the load’s sideways, you want a heavy duty towing crew that doesn’t guess — we just get it done.

Bus, RV, and Motor Home Towing

Some vehicles are too big for a standard tow truck, but not big enough to be called a rig — welcome to the awkward middle ground of buses, RVs, and motor homes. At Nathan’s Body Shop & Wrecker Service, we’ve got the equipment and experience to tow these oversized units the right way. Whether you’re dealing with a breakdown on the Blue Ridge Parkway or a bad turn in a campground, our team handles every recovery with care. This is where heavy duty towing and finesse meet in the middle.

Heavy Equipment & Machinery Transport

Moving heavy equipment isn’t just about weight — it’s about balance, securement, and not destroying what you’re moving. Our team handles backhoes, generators, utility trucks, and other large equipment with precision. With a fleet ready for low-clearance, tight turns, and steep grades, we’ve seen just about every reason something big needs to move. It’s not just a job — it’s a specialty. Our heavy duty towing equipment is built for the long hauls and the tricky ones. That’s why contractors, municipalities, and operators trust us with their heavy duty towing needs from Franklin to the far corners of Western NC.

Off-Road Recovery for Commercial Vehicles

When a delivery truck or tractor-trailer slides off the shoulder and into a ravine, GPS isn’t going to help — but we will. Nathan’s specializes in off-road recovery for commercial vehicles stuck in places with no easy access, no cell signal, and definitely no guardrails. Our team shows up with off-road rigging, experienced operators, and a plan. This is where heavy duty towing earns its name — because dragging 40,000 pounds uphill through mud is no small job.

Load Shifts, Transfers & Recovery Support

When your load slides, nothing drives right — the truck’s off-balance, the DOT’s on edge, and the delivery deadline just left the building. That’s where Nathan’s Body Shop & Wrecker Service comes in. We handle load shifts and transfers at the dock, roadside, or wherever freight decides to become a physics problem. With the right gear and a skilled crew, we can stabilize, shift, or transfer a load fast — no stress, no guesswork. One call and our heavy duty towing team is en route to straighten it out.

Jackknife Recovery & Uprighting Services

Jackknifes never happen in convenient places. It’s always a blind curve, a narrow bridge, or a sloped shoulder with no room to breathe. Nathan’s Body Shop & Wrecker Service responds fast with the right crew, the right gear, and a calm plan of attack. Our heavy duty towing units are equipped for full uprighting operations, with rigging techniques that minimize damage and downtime. When trailers are twisted and tractors are facing the wrong way, this isn’t just a recovery — it’s a rescue. That’s where experience, confidence, and true heavy duty towing make all the difference.

Wreck Cleanup & Scene Support

After the crash is cleared and the traffic starts moving again, there’s still a mess to deal with. Nathan’s provides full post-accident cleanup support — from fluid spills and cargo debris to disabled equipment. We handle the aftermath with speed and precision so emergency crews and customers aren’t left waiting. This is where heavy duty towing meets full-scene support — handled clean, fast, and right. Whether it’s a small job or a full-scale diesel spill, we stay on site until it’s truly done.

24/7 Emergency Heavy Duty Towing Dispatch

Breakdowns, rollovers, wrecks — they don’t wait for business hours. That’s why our 24/7 heavy duty towing dispatch is standing by, every day, every holiday, every storm. Whether it’s 2PM in Franklin or 2AM on a mountain grade outside Clayton, we answer the call and send help with zero hesitation. We don’t just run wreckers — we run a real-time response network built for speed and reliability. When minutes matter, trust Nathan’s Body Shop & Wrecker Service to handle your heavy duty towing emergency with skill and urgency.