There’s nothing more frustrating than turning your key and hearing silence. A flat battery can stop your day before it begins. If you’re in Crawley and your car won’t start, DR Recovery is your fast, local solution. Our jump start service in Crawley is available 24 hours a day, delivering quick response times, professional care, and peace of mind to stranded drivers across the town.
Whether you’re stuck outside a supermarket, at home in Three Bridges, or waiting in a car park near Gatwick, we respond quickly. Crawley drivers rely on us because we get there quickly and do the job right. You don’t need a membership. You don’t need to wait hours. With one call, our technician heads straight to your location with all the equipment needed to revive your vehicle. DR Recovery is trusted by Crawley commuters, parents, workers, and businesses. We offer more than just a jump—we always bring expert help, local knowledge, and reliable service.
Drivers across Crawley choose us because we offer a service that puts them first. We don’t waste time, we don’t make you join anything, and we don’t charge hidden fees. Our service is simple: If your battery’s flat, we come out, jump-start your car, and get you back on the road fast.
What makes us different is our local presence. Our technicians work exclusively across the Crawley area, meaning they know the local roads and neighbourhoods. From Ifield to Tilgate and everywhere in between, we’re already nearby. When you call, we act immediately. You won’t speak to a call centre or get passed around. You’ll get straight through to a local expert who’s ready to help. All our technicians are fully trained and insured. We use the latest jump-start equipment, which is safe for all vehicle types—from compact city cars to hybrid models and large vans. Our method is safe, effective, and designed to protect your engine and onboard electronics.
Crawley’s stop-start traffic, school runs, and short trips create the perfect storm for battery failure. Most of our flat battery callouts are due to modern driving habits. Many vehicles are only used for a few short journeys each week, and these small trips don’t give the battery enough time to recharge fully.
Cold temperatures, especially in winter, also play a big part. Crawley often sees icy mornings and frosty nights, which can drain older or underused batteries. If your car’s been sitting idle, it only takes one cold snap to leave you stranded.
Interior lights, phone chargers, dash cams, and leaving headlights on by mistake are also common triggers. Sometimes, it’s simply an ageing battery that can no longer hold a charge. Whatever the reason, we don’t just jump your battery and leave. We assess the situation and advise whether your battery needs replacing or recharging. That way, you don’t get caught out again the next morning.
When you contact DR Recovery, we record your exact location and vehicle details. We dispatch a technician immediately. We don’t make excuses or keep you guessing. We let you know how long we’ll be there and update you if traffic causes any delays. Once we arrive, we inspect your battery and confirm the issue. If a jump start is safe and appropriate, we connect our high-power jump pack using the correct method for your vehicle. We never take risks with your car’s electronics.
Once your car starts, we will advise you on whether you can keep driving or visit a garage. Our goal is to solve the problem there and then. In most cases, we get your vehicle moving again within minutes. We work efficiently, but never rush or cut corners. We treat every callout with the same level of care, whether you’re at home or stuck roadside.
We know battery issues don’t happen at convenient times. That’s why we’re available day and night. Whether it’s 6am and you’re trying to get to work or 10pm, your battery dies outside a Crawley retail park, we’re always ready. We serve every part of Crawley, including Langley Green, Pound Hill, Bewbush, Furnace Green, and Manor Royal. No matter where you break down, we come prepared.
Our services
No Membership Needed – Just Honest, Fast Help
Some breakdown companies only help if you’ve already paid for a plan. DR Recovery is different. We don’t need a subscription or long contract. We’re ready when you need us—no paperwork, no fuss. Our pricing is clear, fair, and upfront. When you call, we confirm the cost. There are no sneaky extras. What we quote is what you pay. That’s one of the reasons Crawley drivers keep us saved in their phones. We’re honest, transparent, and always reliable. You only pay for help when you need it, which makes us an alternative to annual cover.
A flat battery doesn’t need to ruin your plans. With DR Recovery, one quick call gets you back on track. We provide fast, professional jump start services across Crawley, 24 hours a day, every day of the week. No waiting. No stress. Just honest service that gets results.
Whether you’re at home, work, or roadside, we’re ready to help. If your car won’t start, don’t risk damaging it by guessing or getting help from an unqualified source. Trust the experts and get the jump start you need—done safely, done right. Call 01342 843080 or email us at info@drrecovery.co.uk today!
We have been working closely with Marc and his team now for round 5 years. We cannot speak highly enough of their operation. Punctual, friendly and extremely accommodating.
Kevin
at Beadles Kia
DR Recovery always offer a very prompt, reliable service. All the drivers are very friendly and helpful.
Debbie
at Vines BMW Redhill
We have been using D.R Recovery for the last 6 years due to the professional image and approach being a manufactured approved repairer portraying the correct image to our customers is vital. Nothing is too much they always go above and beyond with customer service would highly recommended D.R Recovery.
Simon Halford
at AD Williams Crawley
I work for an accident repair centre and we use DR recovery on almost a daily basis. They are a very friendly family run business who can never do enough to help. They provide a very professional service and I would never dream of using another company as I’ve never found anything DR couldn’t put their hand to. I have also used DR personally when a member of my family had a car accident and they were there so promptly and were so lovey in a very stressful situation. Thanks for providing such a wonderful service.
Lorna Redman
Abl 1 touch
Lorna Redman
Friendly guys, good value for money and a quick service, would recommend
Daniel Law
Really happy with this service . Quick and v professional. I would definitely recommend. 5*
Andrea Still
Used twice now (2019 and today) both times professional and fast!
Philippa Lucy Hardy
Always a Professional and Prompt service from the Team for Breakdowns and Transport.
Ben Giddings
We've now got ourselves a little service van on the road doing jump starts and Wheel changes.
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One on the bed one on the spec!!!
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First review of our new Service van.
We are now able to do Jump starts and Wheel changes.
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#servicevan #wheelchange #puncture #blowout #pothole #jumpstart #deadbattery #battery #horley #crawley #godstone #outwood #eastgrinstead #lingfield ...
First trip out for this one now she's stocked and ready to roll!!!
#newtruck #iveco #tiltandslide #recoverytruck #ontheroad #recovery ...
Just picked up this little beauty!!
#newtruck #ivecodaily #tiltandslide #crewcab #brandnew #amstrucks #pushingon #movingforward #crackingon #growth #smallbusiness ...
Happy Heavenly Birthday to this silly old sod. 😔❤️
This company would be what is is if it wasn't for his hard graft!! 💪
#legend #dad #grafter #oldskool #gentleman #paininthearse ...
Dropping one off @fleetlinecoachworks this morning.
#recovery #recoverytruck #tiltandsliderecovery #bodyshop #bodyshoprepair #vw #golf ...
Merry Christmas to all of our Customers, Colleagues and Friends.
Thank you for everything this year helping us to continue to grow.
Looking forward to 2023. ...
Poor old lady misjudged reversing off a friends driveway...😬
Some great work from one our driver had it off with not a scratch on it and the customer drove it away.
#recovery #specialists #wiching #jackedup #baddriving #recoverytruck #ford #puma #stuck #itswhatwedo
If your ever stuck, get in touch.
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Remembering the old man today. 2 years. 😔 ...
Wheel off and off Road. Skated out to avoid anymore damage to the customers truck. Our team acted quickly and got the customer and his vehicle out of a dangerous situation within 1 hour of the incident.
#recovery #recoverytruck #accidentrecovery #roadsiderecovery
#wheeloff #skates #winchedout #dangerouslocation #safety #teamwork #backonrheroad #ontheroadagain ...
It's what we do!!!!!
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#recovery #vehiclerecovery #vanrecovery #tiltandslide #motorhome #bodyshoprepair #bigtruck #peugeot #iveco ...
Tipper to the bodyshop!!!
I think the truck needs a wash!! Bloody Country Roads. 😤
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#tiltandsliderecovery #bodyshoprepair
#transit #tipper #dirty truck #countryroads #tonbridge #busyday ...
Throwback to when one of our loyal customers went the extra mile in spreading the word!! 🤯
#recovery #advertising #tattoo #spreadingtheword #promoting #madness #throwbackthursday ...
Don't drive through water!!! It kills your car.
#recovery #vehiclerecovery #flooddamage #bmw #slipperyjim #tiltandslide #lockedinpark ...
Mini collected from Sutton Scotney yesterday. Off to the bodyshop for repairs.
Nice to go down that way and keep away from the protests. 😤
#recovery #recoverytruck #tiltandslide #tiltandsliderecovery #minicooper #mini #bodyshoprepair #bodyrepairs #downsouth #protests #traffic #loveyourjob #smashingit ...
Welfare Van collected this morning from Ascot. Of to the Garage for repairs.
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Local drop-off this morning!!
Trying to stay away for the M25 today!! 🤯
#recovery #vehiclerecovery #breakdown #garage #local #m25 #tiltandslide #tiltandsliderecovery ...
Game over for this Smart car we collected from the Police Compound yesterday.
#recovery #vehiclerecovery #recoverytruck #tiltandslide #tiltandsliderecovery #smartcar #writeoff ...
One from the Police Compound taken to the bodyshop this morning.
#recovery #vehiclerecovery #bodyshoprepair #policecompound #jaguar #jaguarftype #sevenoaks ...
Nice little Oldskool American F1 truck on the back today!!
#recovery #recoverytruck #tiltandslide #garage #americantruck ...
We were called to rescue this Beautiful 1960's Rolls Royce on Friday afternoon.
Let's hope they can sort her out and her back on the road.
#recovery #accidentrecovery #tiltandslide #rescued #roadside #rollsroyce #1960s #garage #pooroldgirl #classiccar ...
Transit Connect collected last night after a RTI. Off to the bodyshop this morning for repairs.
#recovery #tiltandslide #roadsiderecovery #roadtrafficaccident #bodyshop #bodyrepairs #backontheroad #ford #transitconnect ...
Mitsubishi Evo off to Brighton for repairs.
#recovery #tiltandslide #mitsubishi #evo #mitsubishievo #brighton #hadtowait #oneofthosejobs #nightmare ...
Nissan GTR off to the Japanese Car Specialists.
#recovery #recoverytruck #tiltandslide #tiltandsliderecovery #Nissan #gtr #nissangtr #japanese #sportscar #crawley ...
RIP your Majesty.
What a incredible woman. 🌹 ...
Back the police Compound(our 2nd home at the moment) with this one into our Storage!!!
#recovery #recoverytruck #tiltandslide #storage #policecompound #ifyournamesnotdownyourenotcomingin #stolenrecovered #rangerover #bodyshop ...
Audi E-tron off to Main Dealer for repairs.
#recovery #tiltandsliderecovery #ev #electriccar #audi #etron #bodyshop #wontrun #repairs #crawley #suv #trucklife ...
Cracking on early doors this morning.
Busy day today!
#recovery #transport #beavertail #smalltrucking #crackon #earlydoors #bodyshop #bodyshoprepair #vw #up ...
Absolute Beast!! BMW 1M. 🔥🔥🔥
#recovery #tiltandslide #bmw #mseries #bmw1mcoupe #rarecar #beast #beauty ...
Busy morning.. 1st one to the bodyshop earlier.
We do love a van!!!
#vehiclerecovery #recovery #bodyshoprepair #bodyshop #vans #lwb #tiltandslide #iveco #vw #busyday #postive #pushingforward ...
When the Sandwich Man breaks down... 🥪
Looking forward to my free Sausage Sandwich Monday morning!! 😊
#recovery #tiltandsliderecovery #3.5trecovery #foodtruck #sandwichvan #rescued #onandgone ...
Off we go to Gillingham, this one's got a bent wheel!😕
#recovery #vehiclerecovery #bodyshop #bodyshoprepair #bodyrepairs #bentwheelrepair #bentwheel #loaded #tiltandslide #iveco #trucklife #Gillingham ...
Adblue top up before redelivery to the bodyshop this morning!!
#recovery #tiltandslide #iveco #repairs #bodyshoprepair #bodyrepairs #Nissan #navaro #bigtruckwork #busyday #ashford #kent ...
Out to this one in minutes and customer back on the road!!
#recovery #winching #winchedout #inaditch #sorted #backontheroad #quickresponse #noproblem #lovethesejobs #itswhatwedo ...
2 Defenders off to Southampton!!
#recovery #vehiclerecovery #twoontheback #tiltandslide #tiltandsliderecovery #landrover #defender #landroverdefender #southampton #trucklife #keepontrucking #recoverylife ...
This Discovery took a whack in the front.....😬
#recovery #vehiclerecovery #rtc #smashed #discovery #landrover #bodyshop #bodyrepairs #bodyshoprepair #truck #trucklife ...
Transit Tipper of to the Bodyshop for some TLC.
#recovery #3.5trecovery #tiltandsliderecovery #Tipper #transit #bodyshop #bodyrepairs #tlc #airconon #beautifulday☀️ ...
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D R Recovery Ltd
Brickhouse Farm Brickhouse Lane
South Godstone RH9 8JW
Monday - Friday: 08:00 - 17:00
Saturdays: 08:00 - 13:00
Sundays: Closed
*We are closed on Bank Holidays