Underground car parks in Dublin's city centre pose unique challenges for towing. Height restrictions and tight corners can block standard trucks, but experienced recovery teams can still retrieve vehicles using specialised equipment.
How it works
Many underground facilities, like those beneath shopping centres or apartment blocks, have ceilings under two metres high. Low-profile recovery vans or portable skates are used to pull the car to the surface where a full-size truck waits. Some parks require management permission before any tow occurs.
Because the process takes longer, expect slightly extended arrival times compared with street-level jobs.
Example from Dublin
A driver in the IFSC found their automatic car immobilised two floors below ground. A crew first disengaged the parking brake, lifted the front wheels onto dollies and winched the car up the ramp. For tips on handling automatics, see our guide to towing automatic cars in Ireland.
Why you should know this
Understanding the limitations helps you book the right service and inform building management. It also prevents additional charges if the tow team arrives with unsuitable equipment and ensures the process is completed without upsetting other car park users.
Practical tips
- Check ceiling heights and ramp widths before calling.
- Notify security or property managers to avoid delays.
- Have keys and documents ready in case the vehicle needs to be shifted into neutral.
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