George's Customs Towing

Wednesday, May 31, 2017

Driving and Sleep Deprivation

Are you getting ready for a summer vacation, please stay alert on the road!

Sleep deprivation or fatigue is equal to a .08 alcohol level.  
From 2009 - 2012, there's been an increase in fatal crashes involving large trucks.

The only way to protect yourself is to be overly aware while on the road and
learning a few defensive driving tactics to keep you safe.

 Some things to be on the lookout for:
  • Turning with a wide radius.
  • Straddling the center of the road or lane marker
  • Almost striking an object or other vehicle.
  • Weaving or zigzagging across the road.
  • Driving on other than a designated roadway.
  • Swerving or abruptly turning away from a generally straight course.
  • Turning abruptly or illegally.
  • Driving slower than 10 mph below speed limit.
  • Stopping without cause in a traffic lane.
  • Stopping inappropriately (other than in lane).
  • Drifting or moving in a straight-line at a slight angle to the roadway.
  • Erratic braking.
  • Driving into opposing or crossing traffic.
  • Signaling that is inconsistent with driving actions.
  • Slow response to traffic signals (sudden stop, delayed start). 

George's Custom Towing 
410-452-8970
Whiteford, MD
 Serving Harford, Cecil and York County
for over 28 years

Keep your family safe while traveling this summer.

Tuesday, May 30, 2017

We Provide Boat Towing Services

Not fun when a 23 ft. cabin cruiser 
comes unhinged from it's trailer 
on a busy highway.......


 Our winch services did the trick!

This situation can be avoided and prevented!  
Call the experts.  Call the professionals.  Call us.

George's Custom Towing
410-452-8970
Whiteford, MD
Serving Harford, Cecil and York County
for over 28 years

Monday, May 29, 2017

Memorial Day Remembrance

 

We salute the military heroes we have lost
and those who continue to protect our freedom today.


In honor and sincere respect
from the staff at

George's Custom Towing
410-452-8970
Whiteford, MD
Serving Harford, Cecil and York County
for over 28 years

Saturday, May 27, 2017

Local Towing Services Harford County, MD



Isn't it always the way...........things just happen on the weekends!  So yes, we offer
24/7 Emergency Road Service.  We're Local and we're ready!

Serving Harford, Cecil and York County
for over 28 years
Aberdeen - Abingdon - Bel Air - Edgewood - Fallston
Forest Hill - Havre de Grace - Joppa - Parkville
Rosedale - Towson - White Marsh
.......for all your towing and emergency road service needs!
We're there when you need us.

  • Flatbed Towing
  • Jump Start and Battery Service
  • Tire Change and Repair
  • Lockout Service
  • Gas Service
  • Winch and Recovery
  • Impound Service
  • Emergency Roadside Service
  • Boat Towing
  • Light Duty
  • Motorcycle Tows
  • Heavy Duty and Truck Towing
  • Auto Towing
  • Local Towing
  • Long Distance Towing
  • Medium Towing
  • RV Towing
  • Heavy Duty Breakdown Service
  • Junk Car Removal
Call us today for all your towing needs!

George's Custom Towing
410-452-8970
Whiteford, MD
Serving Harford, Cecil and York County
for over 28 years




Friday, May 26, 2017

Harford County MD Memorial Weekend Events

Friday - May 26, 2017
  
Nature Explorers - Seed to Table
2-3pm
Eden Mill Nature Center


 Saturday - May 27, 2017 

 Bird Banding
7am-Noon
Eden Mill Nature Center

 Bel Air Farmers Market
7-11am

Havre de Grace Farmers Market
Hutchins Park
9-12

Birding by Boat
9:30-11am
Anita C. Leight Estuary
Abingdon, MD

Youth Fishing Derby 
8:30-10:30am
Forest Hill, MD

Memorial Day Ceremonies
Honoring the Fallen
Monday May 29, 2017

Memorial Day Service at
Angel Hill Cemetery
9am
Havre de Grace

Service at Tydings Park
11am

Shamrock Park
10:30am
Bel Air

Veteran's Memorial Park
11am
Aberdeen

 We're Local.  We're Ready.
Car trouble?  Call us  
24/7 roadside emergency service.

George's Custom Towing
410-452-8970
Whiteford, MD
Serving Harford, Cecil and York County
for over 28 years




Thursday, May 25, 2017

Ninety Tow Truck Procession for Scott Bowles

Tow Truck driver Scott Bowles from Texas was killed by a passing car 
on the highway while working. 

This Has Got to Stop

A funeral procession included 90 tow trucks from around the State, 
they came in support of Scott Bowles



  
George's Custom Towing
410-452-8970
Whiteford, MD
Serving Harford, Cecial and York County
for over 28 years


Wednesday, May 24, 2017

Summer Pet Care



We love our pets and they love us!
So let's be sure to take care of them this summer.
Heat and humidity are sweltering for us and them!

It takes approximately 30 minutes for a dog
to become overheated and possibly a fatal situation
in a closed car - which becomes an oven, reaching
temps above 115 degrees.

Please, please.........should you lock your keys in
your car take immediate action.  If you call
George's Custom Towing, be sure to tell us of your
situation so we may get to you as quickly as possible.
We have pets too and love them just like you do.

Here are some quick summer dog safety tips:
- Do not walk your dog on hot asphalt............ooh, hurts their
little feet.
- Do not shave your dog, they get sunburns too!
-Check your dog for ticks
-Provide plenty of water

Does your dog have heat stroke?
Any signs of nausea/vomiting, dehydration, loss of
consciousness, stumbling, heavy panting, bright red tongue
or brain damage...............please rush to the Vet!


Helpful tips from George's Custom Towing
We're a phone call away
410-452-8970
Whiteford, MD
Serving Harford, Cecil and York County
for over 28 years.

Tuesday, May 23, 2017

Look Twice, Save Lives

May - Motorcycle Awareness Month

 Look Twice
Save Lives



A few safety tips for motorcyclists getting
around town are always helpful.

.....and of course if you do need roadside assistance
you can call us, we tow motorcycles too!


George's Custom Towing
410-452-8970
Whiteford, MD
Serving Harford, Cecil and York County
for over 25 years

Monday, May 22, 2017

Highway Angel

Kicking off the week with a good news story about highway angel.  
Helping stranded motorists who run out of gas or have a flat tire for free.  
Don Lara has been roaming highway 101 in Marin County for 9 years.


 Getting Ready for Summer!
Summer Car Care Tips with Lauren Fix


It never hurts to be prepared, unfortunately
most cities don't have a Highway Angel!

George's Custom Towing 
410-452-8970
Whiteford, MD
Serving Harford, Cecil and York County
for over 28 years

Saturday, May 20, 2017

Local Towing Services Harford County, MD



Isn't it always the way...........things just happen on the weekends!  So yes, we offer
24/7 Emergency Road Service.  We're Local and we're ready!

Serving Harford, Cecil and York County
for over 28 years
Aberdeen - Abingdon - Bel Air - Edgewood - Fallston
Forest Hill - Havre de Grace - Joppa - Parkville
Rosedale - Towson - White Marsh
.......for all your towing and emergency road service needs!
We're there when you need us.

  • Flatbed Towing
  • Jump Start and Battery Service
  • Tire Change and Repair
  • Lockout Service
  • Gas Service
  • Winch and Recovery
  • Impound Service
  • Emergency Roadside Service
  • Boat Towing
  • Light Duty
  • Motorcycle Tows
  • Heavy Duty and Truck Towing
  • Auto Towing
  • Local Towing
  • Long Distance Towing
  • Medium Towing
  • RV Towing
  • Heavy Duty Breakdown Service
  • Junk Car Removal
Call us today for all your towing needs!

George's Custom Towing
410-452-8970
Whiteford, MD
Serving Harford, Cecil and York County
for over 28 years




Friday, May 19, 2017

Harford County Weekend Events

Friday - May 19, 2017

Bird Study for Scouts
1-4pm
Eden Mill Nature Center

Humane Society of Harford County
Yappy Hour
Shamrock Park
5-8pm
Saturday - May 20, 2017

Havre de Grace Farmers Market
Hutchins Park
9-12

How to Read a Nautical Chart
Havre de Grace Maritime Museum
9am-1pm
INFO 

Annual Garden Mart & Native Plant Sale
Havre de Grace Maritime Museum
10am - 6pm

Children's Gardening
10:30-11:30am
Anita C. Leight Estuary
Abingdon, MD

Family Nature Explorers:  Feathered Friends
10:30am-12
Ladew Gardens
INFO 

11th Annual Secret Garden Tour
Havre de Grace Maritime Museum
12 - 5pm
 Bird Study for Scouts
1-4pm
Eden Mill Nature Center
INFO


Rowdy Raptors Kayak
1-3:30pm
Anita C. Leight Estuary
Abingdon, MD
INFO


Critter Dinner Time
1:30-2pm
Anita C. Leight Estuary
Abingdon, MD
INFO


Saturday Night Live Music Series
Harford Vineyard 
6-9pm
INFO 

Date Night Dinner Pontoon Cruise
7-8:30pm
Anita C. Leight Estuary
Abingdon, MD
INFO


Sunday - May 21, 2017

Variety is the Spice of Life
7-9:30am
Anita C. Leight Estuary
Abingdon, MD
INFO

Annual Garden Mart & Native Plant Sale
Havre de Grace Maritime Museum
10am - 6pm
INFO
Critical Area Planting Project
12-2pm
Anita C. Leight Estuary
Abingdon, MD
INFO


11th Annual Secret Garden Tour
Havre de Grace Maritime Museum
12 - 5pm
INFO
Bird Study for Scouts
1-4pm
Eden Mill Nature Center


 We're Local.  We're Ready.
Car trouble?  Call us  
24/7 roadside emergency service.

George's Custom Towing
410-452-8970
Whiteford, MD
Serving Harford, Cecil and York County
for over 28 years

Thursday, May 18, 2017

We Need More of These Heroic Tow Truck Rescue Stories

Tow Truck Company helps accident victim survive!

Imagine finding yourself trapped in your car
stuck in a culvert in freezing weather.  The local fire 
department called a nearby towing company
for their assistance, to use their equipment to get
the vehicle out of the culvert.  This
combined rescue effort saved a life.


In an industry where complaints are the norm
this story just goes to show the flip side of
the work we do - everyday!  

Job well done Bud's Towing - thanks for
making us all look good.

George's Custom Towing
410-452-8970
Whiteford, MD
Serving Harford, Cecil and York County
for over 28 years
 


 

Wednesday, May 17, 2017

Fun Tow Truck Video for the Kids

Giant Tow Trucks
from Mighty Machines

For the love of tow trucks!


George's Custom Towing
410-452-8970
Whiteford, MD
Serving Harford, Cecil and York County
for over 28 years
 

Tuesday, May 16, 2017

This Time It Wasn't the Tow Truck Driver

This time it wasn't the tow truck driver that got killed, but the passenger waiting
on the side of the road as their car was loaded onto the tow truck.


This still has to do with people not moving over when they
see an emergency vehicle on the side of the road.
What are these people not getting? 





Please MOVE OVER, it SAVES LIVES

George's Custom Towing
410-452-8970
Whiteford, MD
Serving Harford, Cecil and York County


for over 28 years

Monday, May 15, 2017

Falling Asleep at the Wheel

Are you getting ready for a summer vacation, please stay alert on the road!

Sleep deprivation or fatigue is equal to a .08 alcohol level.  
From 2009 - 2012, there's been an increase in fatal crashes involving large trucks.

The only way to protect yourself is to be overly aware while on the road and
learning a few defensive driving tactics to keep you safe.

 Some things to be on the lookout for:
  • Turning with a wide radius.
  • Straddling the center of the road or lane marker
  • Almost striking an object or other vehicle.
  • Weaving or zigzagging across the road.
  • Driving on other than a designated roadway.
  • Swerving or abruptly turning away from a generally straight course.
  • Turning abruptly or illegally.
  • Driving slower than 10 mph below speed limit.
  • Stopping without cause in a traffic lane.
  • Stopping inappropriately (other than in lane).
  • Drifting or moving in a straight-line at a slight angle to the roadway.
  • Erratic braking.
  • Driving into opposing or crossing traffic.
  • Signaling that is inconsistent with driving actions.
  • Slow response to traffic signals (sudden stop, delayed start). 

George's Custom Towing 
410-452-8970
Whiteford, MD
 Serving Harford, Cecil and York County
for over 28 years

Keep your family safe while traveling this summer

Sunday, May 14, 2017

Happy Mother's Day

Happy Mother's Day 2014

We're local.  
When you need us call:

George's Custom Towing
410-452-8970
Whiteford, MD
Serving Harford, Cecil and York County
for over 28 years

Saturday, May 13, 2017

Local Towing Services Harford County, MD



Isn't it always the way...........things just happen on the weekends!  So yes, we offer
24/7 Emergency Road Service.  We're Local and we're ready!

Serving Harford, Cecil and York County
for over 28 years
Aberdeen - Abingdon - Bel Air - Edgewood - Fallston
Forest Hill - Havre de Grace - Joppa - Parkville
Rosedale - Towson - White Marsh
.......for all your towing and emergency road service needs!
We're there when you need us.

  • Flatbed Towing
  • Jump Start and Battery Service
  • Tire Change and Repair
  • Lockout Service
  • Gas Service
  • Winch and Recovery
  • Impound Service
  • Emergency Roadside Service
  • Boat Towing
  • Light Duty
  • Motorcycle Tows
  • Heavy Duty and Truck Towing
  • Auto Towing
  • Local Towing
  • Long Distance Towing
  • Medium Towing
  • RV Towing
  • Heavy Duty Breakdown Service
  • Junk Car Removal
Call us today for all your towing needs!

George's Custom Towing
410-452-8970
Whiteford, MD
Serving Harford, Cecil and York County
for over 28 years




Friday, May 12, 2017

Harford County Mother's Day Weekend Events

Friday - May 12, 2017

44th Annual East Coast Military 
Vehicle Rally & Surplus Flea Market
Aberdeen - Ripken Stadium
8am -5pm

 
Bird Study for Scouts
1-4pm
Eden Mill Nature Center

2nd Friday Live Music Series
Harford Vineyard and Winery
6-9pm
INFO 

Full Moon Paddle
8-10:30am
Anita C. Leight Estuary
Abingdon, MD


  Saturday- May 13, 2017

Days Cove Bird Walk
7:30-11:30am
Anita C. Leight Estuary
Abingdon, MD


44th Annual East Coast Military 
Vehicle Rally & Surplus Flea Market
Aberdeen - Ripken Stadium
8am -5pm


Havre de Grace Farmers Market
Hutchins Park
9-12


Mom & Me on the Marsh Pontoon
10-11:30am
Anita C. Leight Estuary
Abingdon, MD


Wild Walk:  The Garden Design
of Harvey Ladew
Ladew Gardens
10am-12

Scavenger Hunt Canoe
11-1:30
Anita C. Leight Estuary
Abingdon, MD


Harford Winery
Mother's Day Weekend Event
Harford Vineyard and Winery
11am - 5pm
INFO 

Mommy & Me Tea
Steppingstone Farm Museum
12-1:30
Havre de Grace
INFO 

Bird Study for Scouts
1-4pm
Eden Mill Nature Center


Sunday- May 14, 2017

Make & Take Bee Block House
11am-12
Eden Mill Nature Center

Harford Winery
Mother's Day Weekend Event
Harford Vineyard and Winery
11am - 5pm
INFO

 
Bird Study for Scouts
1-4pm
Eden Mill Nature Center
INFO


Honor Mother Bird
1-3pm
Anita C. Leight Estuary
Abingdon, MD
INFO

Mother's Day Open House
The Liriodendron
1-4pm
Bel Air, MD
INFO 


Victorian Mother's Day Tea
Steppingstone Farm Museum
3-4:30
Havre de Grace
INFO

 We're Local.  We're Ready.
Car trouble?  Call us  
24/7 roadside emergency service.

George's Custom Towing
410-452-8970
Whiteford, MD
Serving Harford, Cecil and York County
for over 28 years

Thursday, May 11, 2017

Please Call Us First!

There is a better way!

CALL US before attempting to move a vehicle on your own!
Not only is this illegal but it's dangerous!

If you're in Harford, Cecil or York County.......we can help!

We're local.  We're ready.

George's Custom Towing
410-452-8970
Whiteford, MD

Wednesday, May 10, 2017

Tips For Driving Your Motorcycle in the City


I happened to see this great article on
yahoo. A few safety tips for motorcyclists getting
around town are always helpful.  Just in time for
motorcycle safety awareness month.

.....and of course if you do need roadside assistance
you can call us, we tow motorcycles.


George's Custom Towing
410-452-8970
Whiteford, MD
Serving Harford, Cecil and York County
for over 28 years

Tuesday, May 9, 2017

Adventures of the American Towman

Tow Industry Week wraps up with a feature story in the Wall Street Journal today about the comic book 
Adventures of the American Towman.

A little digging into this comic led me to this page that features
several of the story episodes:


American Towman and the heroic nature of the towing industry was featured today in the Wall Street Journal online. The article will be featured on page one in the print edition tomorrow, Tuesday, May 9th. The article, written by Clare Ansberry, covered the broad scope of American Towman Media, touching on the amazing aspects of the work towmen perform as portrayed in the comic serial, the Adventures of the American Towman and in the Towman Ballads, performed by Mike Corbin, who plays this Thursday night in Las Vegas during Tow Industry Week. (American Towman Magazine)

Wow, our very own comic for the towing industry! 

George's Custom Towing
410-452-8970
Whiteford, MD
Serving Harford, Cecil and York County
for over 28 years

Monday, May 8, 2017

Way to go Team George!

Our team has been in Wreckmaster Training including George's Custom Towing 
General Manager Alisha Gibbons.............she did it! (She was the only girl
in the class!)

Alisha hooking up a road tractor

Learning how to be prepared at all times, in any emergency.

 Scenes from a wreckmaster training

George's Custom Towing
410-452-8970
Whiteford, MD
Serving Harford, Cecil and York County
for over 28 years

Saturday, May 6, 2017

Local Towing Services Harford County, MD



Isn't it always the way...........things just happen on the weekends!  So yes, we offer
24/7 Emergency Road Service.  We're Local and we're ready!

Serving Harford, Cecil and York County
for over 28 years
Aberdeen - Abingdon - Bel Air - Edgewood - Fallston
Forest Hill - Havre de Grace - Joppa - Parkville
Rosedale - Towson - White Marsh
.......for all your towing and emergency road service needs!
We're there when you need us.

  • Flatbed Towing
  • Jump Start and Battery Service
  • Tire Change and Repair
  • Lockout Service
  • Gas Service
  • Winch and Recovery
  • Impound Service
  • Emergency Roadside Service
  • Boat Towing
  • Light Duty
  • Motorcycle Tows
  • Heavy Duty and Truck Towing
  • Auto Towing
  • Local Towing
  • Long Distance Towing
  • Medium Towing
  • RV Towing
  • Heavy Duty Breakdown Service
  • Junk Car Removal
Call us today for all your towing needs!

George's Custom Towing
410-452-8970
Whiteford, MD
Serving Harford, Cecil and York County
for over 28 years




Friday, May 5, 2017

Weekend Events Around Harford County, MD

Friday - May 5, 2017

 Jerusalem Mill Bird Walk
8am - 11
Anita C. Leight Estuary
Abingdon, MD


Grownup & Me Outdoor Yoga
11-12
Eden Mill Nature Center
INFO 
  
Outdoor Family Yoga
12:30-1:30pm
Eden Mill Nature Center
INFO 


First Friday
Downtown Havre de Grace
5-9:30pm

36th Annual Decoy & Wildlife Art Festival
Havre de Grace Middle School
6-9pm

Saturday - May 6, 2017


Early Bird Canoe
7-9:30am
Anita C. Leight Estuary
Abingdon, MD
INFO

36th Annual Decoy & Wildlife Art Festival
Havre de Grace Middle School
9-5pm

Havre de Grace Farmers Market
Hutchins Park
9-12
Celebration of Cultures
Downtown BelAir
10am - 8pm
Garden Fest at
Ladew Gardens
10am - 4pm


Grownup & Me Outdoor Yoga
11-12
Eden Mill Nature Center
INFO 
 
Marsh Bloom Time Monitoring
11-12:30
Anita C. Leight Estuary
Abingdon, MD
INFO

Outdoor Family Yoga
12:30-1:30pm
Eden Mill Nature Center
INFO 


Bush River Headwaters Exploration Kayak
2:30-5pm
Anita C. Leight Estuary
Abingdon, MD
INFO

Sunday - May 7, 2017

Pontoon
9:30am - 11
Anita C. Leight Estuary
Abingdon, MD
INFO


36th Annual Decoy & Wildlife Art Festival
Havre de Grace Middle School
10am - 4pm

Grownup & Me Outdoor Yoga
11-12
Eden Mill Nature Center
INFO 
  
Outdoor Family Yoga
12:30-1:30pm
Eden Mill Nature Center

 
Bird Study for Scouts
1-4pm
Eden Mill Nature Center
INFO


 We're Local.  We're Ready.
Car trouble?  Call us  
24/7 roadside emergency service.

George's Custom Towing
410-452-8970
Whiteford, MD
Serving Harford, Cecil and York County
for over 28 years