A-1 Towing Companies

DO NOT EVER USE THESE GUYS! Nasty, Dishonest, careless. They towed our car illegally, damaged it and are now trying to weasel out of it by saying the damage was already there. The Manager, «Roy» refuses to return calls and had his secretary tell us he’s «talking to our lawyers». These guys are full of baloney! My advice: don’t even think about trusting them, ever! (P.S. I suspect the only reason they fool people during service calls is the people are desperate.) They are predators cruising apartment building parking lots and towing anything they want whether or not it belongs there.

I got my car towed by A-​1 Towing and was able to get it back quickly. The clerk was very nice friendly. My car was un-​damaged with a full explanation of why it was towed where I had parked it. Opps I missed the signage.

If I could give less than one star I would. They illegally towed my car from cvs. They were lurking in the parking lot and I guess they didn’t see me go into the store. After I paid a ridiculous amount of money to get my car back my credit card info was stolen (they were the only place I had used my card). In addition to this I constantly see them in the parking lot at my apartment complex. I’ve heard stories about them towing people for no reason and I’ve seen them «checking» parking passes by looking into people’s vehicles. There is no reason to look into a person’s vehicle as the parking pass is on the back of our rear view mirrors. They immediately stop when they see someone come outside. I complained to my complex but they didn’t seem to care. These people are horrible. Their main goal is to prey on innocent people and steal their belongings.

A-​1 towed my car from my apartment’s parking lot in the middle of the night. My car had a valid permit in the correct location and was parked legally.
When I called them, they claimed that the badge wasn’t visible (it was, even in their lot) AND that the car, as parked, was blocking the entrance to the parking lot (which was a flat-​out lie). The only options I had were paying the fine or reporting their theft to the Arlington police, who I assume have more important things to do. Given my schedule, I decided to just pay their ransom so I could get my car back and proceed with my work day.
The property management company was notified that the car had been stolen and promised to «look into it», but thus far have not been responsive. Presumably they take kickbacks from the towing companies in exchange for the right to plunder residents’ cars.

Illegally towed in the Millennium Apartments, Pentagon City with a valid sticker. Will send car to dealer for inspection. These guys are not reputable at all!

I was towed from the Wellington last night.
I parked in front of the building after unsuccessfully trying to find street parking. I was there to feed friend’s pet while she was out of town.
I understand that there was a sign (but is the required 12×18″ size?) and I’m not arguing that I shouldn’t be towed.
But what I was surprised by was the following:
I came out of the building just as they finished hooking the car and i ran towards them shouting «STOP! That’s my car!». There were 2 men, the driver (same guy Dave everyone is talking about) and a «spotter». The spotter ran across the street to avoid me while I driver took off with my car alarm blaring down the street.
I luckily turned off the alarm as I didn’t know where they were taking my car and didn’t want the battery to die or have them further damage the car by trying to dismantle the alarm.
I went inside the lobby momentarily and a resident let me know who the company was and that he had been towed before along with many other people in the building.
In a few minutes, the tow truck returned to pick up the spotter. I ran up to his car and let me know it was my car and to pull over.
He claimed that he did not see of hear me — this is not probable as the entrance of the property is very small and the entire front of the building is glass.
As I understand it, if a tow truck is stopped and still on the property, the drop fee is $ 25-​$ 50 legally in Arlington County. He drove off on purpose so that he could charge me the $ 135 release fee.
This is what I have a problem with. Are we going to wait until someone is run over before someone does something about these predatory tactics? And why do these private properties partner with a company who is described as «the scum of the earth» by every Arlington resident ever. This towing company hurts your business and wrongfully tows people ALL THE TIME.
The driver was overly aggressive and kept interrupting my phone call with my friend who lives on the property. There were several other cars parked in the front of the building but they chose mine.
There are numerous complaints online about how these companies purposefully target women, pregnant women, and women with children.
I returned the next morning and couldn’t help but notice that at least 5 vehicles illegally parked in front while the leasing office was open, does this mean that not everyone is towed? Do they only show up at night where the leasing office can’t see how they «work»?
I don’t agree with Reba P about Dave being able to turn it around. You’re a piece of sh*t person. Karma’s a bitch and so are you.
I’ve filed a report with the police station and a complaint with the Wellington.

My car was towed from evergreens apartment complex.
The first time my car was already hooked up to the truck when I caught them. Instead of only charging me a $ 50 dollar drop fee, they upped it up to $ 150. Which I found out later from the manager that they shouldn’t of charged me that much.
I didn’t catch the name of the driver, so I couldnt properly identify him at the time.
Last night, I caught my car being towed again by the same exact people. Before they even had the truck hooked up, i waved a Parking Pass I had bought from the Evergreens Office in their face, letting them know I had purchased it to avoid being towed.
I had just gotten off a 13 hour shift at my serving job so it was about 2am. I went up to my apartment to wash my face and change when I heard a tow truck. I looked out of the window and a tow truck was driving towards my car. I quickly grabbed a Parking Pass that I had bought to avoid this situation to show them I was capable of parking in the lot and I hadn’t put it in my car yet since I had just got home. But they didn’t care at all and were trying to make me pay $ 150 again. I told them no, because I had a parking pass and Roy (the manager”) told me on the phone before the drop fee is only supposed to be $ 50. Of course they took my car anyway so basically that 13 hour shift I worked was for no reason.
Basically, if you get towed and have to deal with this driver called Dave. I feel incredibly sorry for you because he’s not a good person. I truly hope he turns it around. I believe he has potential. I know he has to deal with assholes everday but I wasn’t one. I was just a girl who needed a break. I had the parking pass but he chose to take my hard earned money I worked all day in a matter of 5 minutes. Dave if you’re reading this, you are more than capable of being a good person. You just have to be less impulsive and have some consideration. I hope one day you get out of that shithole and become a better person. And I did see some of it come out when I went to pick up my car, so I do know it’s possible for you.

ZERO STARS– I was assaulted by the employee!
My car was wrongly towed (from my apartment parking spot with the parking permit clearly displayed). When I went to get the car I was told I could take the car if without unlocking it they could see the permit.
The employee «G», walked with me to the car. About 5−10ft away I pointed out the permit on the dashboard and he agreed he could see it. Once we got up close he then said it was party hidden from the frosted glass and I still had to pay $ 200… I told him no and that I was aware of not only the rules within the contract they had with my apartment but also the law. I got in the car and drove to the fence for him to let me out. When I got out of the car, he physically shoved me against the fence and locked the gate so I couldn’t get out. He called me names, yelled and cursed and told me I still had to pay. There were two other gentlemen waiting to get theirs cars and they told me to call the police as he had just assaulted me. I did. They came. The cops even confirmed the tow company here scams people this way a lot but legally they couldn’t do anything. I reached out to my apartment front office and they demanded my car be released and are now obviously reconsidering their agreement with this company.
**if they wrongly tow your car-​FIGHT IT, do NOT pay them. This is a scam they pull on unknowing and non-​confrontational people. Call the police.

A-​1 towed my car from parking lot where we had a permit in the proper location. Broke into our car and removed the sticker they believed was invalid. Had no choice but to pay $ 135 for them to give our car back. What a business plan, steal cars and make people pay to get their own property back.
Will be visiting our leasing office in an effort to have them removed from the contract.

Zero stars.
They sent me to the wrong location and then refused to reimburse me for the extra money I spent in taxi fees. These people are horrible, uncooperative, and should be ashamed of themselves.

These guys are probably in collusion with the apartment complexes and clearly have a racket. I was on a visit and had a parking pass for 5 days and parked with no problems. Had to stay to the morning after the date on the placard. Went to the Apartment Complex and told them I would be leaving the next morning and needed my pass updated for 1 more day so I wouldn’t get towed. They told me not to worry about it and that I would be fine. Got up at 3am to pack the vehicle and leave, and it was gone. Had to pay $ 150 to get it back at 4am. No sense arguing with those uneducated dirt-​bags, just paid, got my vehicle and left. Maybe the $ 150 will go to some good like helping them speak some fucking clear ENGLISH! Anyway these guys are criminals as far as I am concerned and work/​live in shit-​holes. I believe they are giving kickbacks to the complexes and should be investigated by the DA. No damage to the vehicle thank god. Hope you never have to deal with them.

I saw A-​1 towing try to put back a wrongly towed car into a parking spot of Crystal Towers on July 14, 2013. They backed it into a parking space (while the car alarm kept honking for a while, as I had the pleasure to hear it from my apartment unit at approx 10AM.
They somehow had access INTO the car and seemed like they tried turning it off from the inside, but couldn’t. So they dropped off the car and drove off. Imagine some coming back and finding your car parked facing out and in the opposite direction. In disbelief of what I saw, and also knowing what a scam A-​1 towing is, I took a few pics to prove what a sketchy company they are as proof!

A-​1 Towing is the WORST! They pretty much partner up with many Arlington area apartment buildings so be careful where you park if you are visiting a friend and/​or make sure your correct tags are updated and visible because the building will most likely not give a shit.
Also, they prey around many businesses and watch/​stalk and then tow your car (I’m looking at you IHOP in Ballston). Even if you are away for 5 minutes. Then you have to go pick up your car in some fucking sketch lot with pitbulls and simply wonderful tow staff– seriously it’s like I walked on the set of COPS or America’s Most Wanted. Gross.
Once, I had my car towed and I had to go pick it up by the pentagon, so hard to find that if you miss the exit, you’re in DC and driving in circles– pain in the ass. But what bothered me the most was after paying to get my own fucking car, the staff guy hit on me and asked to take me out. ARE YOU FUCKING SERIOUS?! Bro, you are FAT and DISGUSTINGLY UGLY #holdmyhairwhileIVOMIT! You OBVIOUSLY have ZERO manners or aspiration in life that you work for a tow company (probably an ex-​con) and Gee Mama must be so proud! (smh) G-​R-​O-​S-​S! GFY!
Crooks, keep an eye on your car damaged, or robbed, etc. They aren’t supposed to tow in VA? Wish I would have known that prior to my experience with them. Stay Classy A-​1 Towing!

Avoid at all costs — they are crooks and thieves, preying on innocent people. Do not do business with them and discourage anyone who thinks about it.

I am reporting them to the DMV. A-​1 Towing company does not have the authority to operate in Virginia. They are only insured to operate from out of state (DC etc.) and tow back to Virginia… If you’re towed by A-​1, then report it to the Operating Authority Work Center of the DMV’s commercial carrier services: Mr. David Dunston. Fax: 804−367−1058. I found all of this out because my car was damaged when it was towed and these jerks refuse to give me their insurance info. Surprise! they’re not insured to tow from within VA…

These guys are evil!
They prowl around Fairlington looking for poor innocent home owner’s cars to tow. Tag falls off, you get towed. Friend parks in your personal spot, he gets towed. New car or rental, forgot to transfer the tag right away, towed. They park away from our lots and sneak around at night shinning lights into cars. Then they creep in with their lights off and hook up to your car. Then they break in with slimjim to check your p-​brake and wheel. I have seen 3 cars wrongly towed including my wife’s. This is really reflective of the whole unfriendly, cut throat attitude of Arlington VA. Please don’t do business with this company.