Dispatchers Live 24/7 Mt. Vernon (618) 242-4500 Fairfield (618) 847-4100 AAA Certified ProviderWreckMaster Certified Southern Illinois — Est. 1993  Dispatchers Live 24/7 Mt. Vernon (618) 242-4500 Fairfield (618) 847-4100 AAA Certified ProviderWreckMaster Certified Southern Illinois — Est. 1993
Our Story

Family
Since 1993

Rick Heck started this company with one truck and a commitment to doing the job right. His family carries that legacy today — with the best equipment and people in Southern Illinois.

Rick's Towing Century 1075 rotator in action — aerial view
Today's Fleet
Century 1075 Rotator — Aerial View
Our Story

Built on
Grit &
Reputation

Rick Heck founded Rick's Towing Inc. in 1993 from Mount Vernon, Illinois — with a single truck, a strong work ethic, and a belief that honest service speaks for itself. Over three decades, that belief built one of Southern Illinois' most trusted names in towing and recovery.

After Rick passed, his wife Beverly took ownership and Daniel stepped in as General Manager. Together with their team — Kenny in Fairfield, Hallie and Mary at dispatch, and operators Dallas, Aaron, Mason, Dakota, and Seth — they've kept Rick's standards alive and raised the bar higher.

Today, Rick's Towing operates two full-service locations, holds dual AAA and WreckMaster certification, and runs the most capable fleet in the region — including a Century 1075 rotator crane. But it's still the same family. Still the same values.

1993
Year Founded
30+
Years Serving SIL
2
Locations
24/7
Dispatch Always Live
The Team

The People
Behind Every Call

Every call answered, every truck rolled, every customer helped — that's the Rick's Towing team.

B
Beverly Heck
Owner
Beverly took the reins after Rick passed and has led the company with the same commitment to excellence and community that defined its founding.
D
Daniel
General Manager
Day-to-day operations leader. Daniel manages both locations, coordinates the fleet, and ensures every job is done to Rick's standard.
K
Kenny
Fairfield Location Manager
Leads operations out of Fairfield, covering Wayne County and surrounding areas with the same professionalism as Mt. Vernon.
H
Hallie
Mt. Vernon Dispatcher
The voice on the other end of the line at 2am. Hallie coordinates dispatch from Mount Vernon with speed and calm professionalism.
M
Mary
Fairfield Dispatcher
Keeps Fairfield dispatch running smoothly — managing calls, coordinating drivers, and keeping customers informed.
D
Dallas
Operator
Experienced and dependable on every scene. Dallas brings the same dedication to every job — from routine tows to major recoveries across Southern Illinois.
A
Aaron
Operator
A key part of the Rick's Towing crew — skilled, professional, and ready to roll 24/7. Aaron handles every job with care and precision.
M
Mason
Operator
From roadside calls to heavy recovery scenes, Mason delivers the reliable, professional service Rick's Towing is known for throughout Southern Illinois.
D
Dakota
Operator
On every scene with the professionalism and skill Rick's Towing is known for — handling recoveries big and small across Southern Illinois.
S
Seth
Operator
Part of the backbone crew keeping Rick's Towing rolling 24/7. Skilled, dependable, and ready for whatever comes in off the road.
History

Thirty Years
On the Road

1993
Founded in Mount Vernon
Rick Heck launches Rick's Towing Inc. from Mount Vernon, IL with a single truck and an uncompromising commitment to honest service.
Late '90s
Fleet Expansion & AAA Certification
Growing demand leads to fleet expansion. Rick's earns AAA certification, becoming Southern Illinois' trusted emergency provider.
2000s
Heavy Recovery Capability
Investment in heavy-duty equipment and WreckMaster certification elevates Rick's to full heavy recovery capability — handling semis, tankers, and large-scale accidents.
2010s
Fairfield Location Opens
A second full-service location opens in Fairfield, extending coverage across Wayne County and deepening roots in the Southern Illinois community.
Today
Family Legacy Continues
Beverly Heck leads the company with the same values Rick built. Two locations. Century 1075 rotator on standby. The most capable fleet in the region.
Rick's Towing brand new Century rotator — the pride of the fleet
The Fleet Today
New Century Rotator — Heavy Recovery
Credentials

Certified.
Licensed. Trusted.

🏆
AAA Certified
Official AAA Emergency Road Service provider. Trusted by the nation's leading roadside program.
🔧
WreckMaster
Our operators hold WreckMaster certification — the highest standard in heavy towing and recovery.
📋
Fully Licensed
ICC/MC, US DOT, and KYL licensed. Permitted for oversized load transport throughout the region.
🛡️
Fully Insured
Comprehensive liability coverage on every job. Your vehicle and property are protected whenever we work.

Ready When
You Need Us.

Real dispatchers. No voicemail. Available 24/7/365.

Mount Vernon · 24/7(618) 242-4500 Fairfield · 24/7(618) 847-4100