Originally published by T&R Footnotes

Safety tips for towers considering towing from private properties:

• "Do not carry a weapon, because there are people who do not like towers! You'll lose. If you think you're going to be in danger, contact the police.
• Accept credit cards. "When someone comes to your (storage) lot at three in the morning to get their car, he's not going to be carring a lot of cash." "We're all used to dealing in cash, but we need to be able to take credit cards as well."
• Have a lawyer on retainer. "You're going to get sued." "There is always someone who will claim that you scratched or dented his car when you really didn't---he's just out to get you to pay for damage that already had been done."
• Replace trucks every two or three years to assure that your equipment is reliable and in top working order.
• "Wear a nice uniform and look professional."
• Have your company policy that requires drug testing and a criminal background check. "It will enhance your public image and add to your own peace of mind."