My car won’t start in Al Quoz and I’m stuck at work, what would you do first?

[torinlane]

I am writing this from the office parking, a bit stressed, so sorry if it is messy. I came out after a long shift at my workshop job in Al Quoz and my Toyota Camry would not start at all. The key turned, there was a weak clicking sound, and the dashboard lights looked very dim. Is that always a battery problem, or could the starter or a loose cable cause the same thing? A coworker said to try tapping the terminals, but I do not want to damage anything. Most of the area is industrial and quiet at this hour, so I do not know who to call, and I do not carry cables. While waiting I searched around and saw, which explained how these services usually work, but I would rather hear from real drivers. Has anyone found Fast help when your car won't start in Al Quoz, and how quickly did they actually arrive? Did they come to your exact spot, or did you have to share a pin and wait? Do they only jump the car, or do they also check the battery and tell you honestly if it needs replacing? What is a normal price, and does it go up after working hours? Can you pay by card at the car? Also, after the engine starts, how long should I drive before stopping again, because I heard short trips can leave you stuck a second time. I would like to understand this properly so I am not panicking next time. If you have a number you trust or a mistake to avoid, please share it.