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Who Pays for Towing After an Accident in Fairfax County?

If the other driver is at fault, their insurance pays everything — $0 out of your pocket. Even if you're at fault with collision coverage, your insurance covers the tow. Onyx Auto Towing handles the paperwork and bills insurance directly. No upfront payment, ever.

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Who Pays the Tow Bill? Three Scenarios

Every accident in Virginia has different rules for who pays. Here's how it works for the three most common situations.

BEST CASE

Other Driver At Fault

Their liability insurance pays 100% of your tow, storage, and repairs.

You Pay: $0
COMMON

You're At Fault (Insured)

Collision coverage pays the tow. You just cover your deductible.

You Pay: Deductible Only
HONEST

Uninsured / No Coverage

You pay out of pocket — but our rates are fair & upfront.

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In Detail

Four Accident Scenarios Explained

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1

The Other Driver Is At Fault

This is the best-case scenario. The at-fault driver's property damage liability insurance covers your towing costs completely. Virginia requires all drivers to carry at least $20,000 in property damage liability.

  • Their insurance pays 100% of towing costs
  • Storage fees at the tow yard are also covered
  • You may also get a rental car covered during repairs

Pro tip: Always get the other driver's insurance info at the scene. Take photos of their insurance card.

2

You're At Fault (With Collision Coverage)

If you have collision coverage on your own policy, your insurance will pay for towing and storage — but you'll need to cover your deductible first (typically $500-$1,000).

  • Towing is covered under collision claims
  • You'll pay your deductible — the rest is on insurance
  • If you have roadside assistance add-on, towing may be free
3

You're At Fault (No Collision Coverage)

Without collision coverage, you're responsible for all towing and repair costs. But don't panic — Onyx Auto Towing offers fair, transparent pricing.

  • Call for a free, no-obligation quote — Fairfax County rates
  • No hidden fees — we quote before we hook up
  • We accept cash, credit cards, Zelle, and Bitcoin

Even without coverage, our rates are among the most affordable in Fairfax County. We'll work with you.

4

Hit-and-Run or Uninsured Driver

If the other driver flees the scene or has no insurance, uninsured motorist coverage (required in Virginia) or your collision coverage kicks in. You may also be covered under medical payments (MedPay) for injuries.

  • Virginia requires uninsured motorist coverage
  • File a police report immediately — it's essential for claims
  • Your insurance may waive the deductible for hit-and-runs

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