Beware of Fake Towing Companies Online
Not all “towing companies” online are legit. Many are nationwide brokers with no trucks, no drivers, and no ties to the area. They collect payment upfront, then scramble to find someone local to do the work — often causing long delays and inflated pricing.
How to Spot a Towing Broker
We were recently contacted by a broker for a 90-mile tow. We originally quoted $862, and after some haggling, agreed to do it for $780 with a 45-minute ETA. They never called back. Turns out, they charged the customer $1,260 and passed the job off to someone else.
These companies often use vague names, 800 numbers, and stock images. In the fine print, they say they “help connect customers to towing services.” In other words, they’re not towers — they’re middlemen.
Tips to Protect Yourself
– Avoid companies that ask for full payment upfront
– Be wary of 800/888 numbers
– Look out for websites with unbranded or stock truck photos
Call a Trusted Local Towing Company
Call a company that’s local, insured, and actually shows up — like Legacy Towing & Recovery.