SUV pulled over on the Lake Pend Oreille lakeshore near Sandpoint, Idaho, with pines and mountains in the background

Sandpoint, Idaho · 24 hours, 7 days

Stuck on the
lakeshore? I'm close.

Local roadside help across North Idaho — from Sandpoint to Bonner and Boundary County. One call and I'm on my way, fast and affordable.

24 Hours · 7 Days a Week(208) 304-7646

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Arriving in ~45 minNo membership needed

What I do

Fast fixes, done right

Battery Jump-Start

Dead or weak battery brought back fast, on the spot.

Lockout Service

Locked the keys inside? Careful, no-damage entry.

Flat Tire Repair

Patch it or swap it for the spare — your call.

Emergency Refuel

A few gallons at your location to get you moving.

Where I cover

All of North Idaho

Based in Sandpoint and regularly on the road through Bonner and Boundary County. From the Long Bridge to the backroads of Priest River and Moyie Springs, if you're in my corner of North Idaho, I'll find you.

Bonner CountyBoundary CountySandpoint & surroundings

Towns I serve

Sandpoint, ID
Ponderay, ID
Kootenai, ID
Dover, ID
Sagle, ID
Priest River, ID
Clark Fork, ID
Hope, ID
Careywood, ID
Bonners Ferry, ID
Naples, ID
Moyie Springs, ID

The Northstar Roadside Assistance service truck of Joe Gawel in Sandpoint, Idaho

Hi, I'm Joe Gawel

I'm a Sandpoint local with decades of experience helping folks get back on the road. When you call, you get me — not a call center. I know these North Idaho roads, weather, and the quickest way to reach you and get you back on your way.

Locally owned and operated

Get in touch

Ready when you are

24 Hours · 7 Days a Week

(208) 304-7646

Credit cards accepted through Square

Open 24 hours, 7 days · Serving Bonner & Boundary County, ID

Stuck on thelakeshore? I'm close.