Wendell, NC · Wake County's #1 Towing & Private Property Impound Company
Wake County's Most Trusted Towing and Private Property Impound Company
24/7 emergency towing, parking enforcement, roadside assistance, and vehicle purchasing — proudly serving Raleigh, Wendell, Knightdale, Zebulon, and surrounding communities since 2000. Body cameras on every call. Real people answer the phone, every time.
24/7 Service
On Rotation with 8+ Police Depts
Body Cameras on Every Call
Digital Access Portal
Serving Wake County Since 2000
OUR SERVICES
How Can We Help You Today?
Whether you're stranded on the side of the road, managing a property with unauthorized vehicles, or looking to sell a non-running car — Lizard Lick has a dedicated service for you.
Emergency & Local Towing
Stranded, broken down, or in an accident? Our 24/7 dispatch team answers every call — no automated system, no motor clubs. We're in your corner, day and night.
Learn More About TowingPrivate Property Impound
Protect your property with Wake County's most technologically advanced PPI program. Full video documentation, 24/7 digital portal, and no vehicle too big or too small.
Learn More About PPIRoadside Assistance
Dead battery? Locked your keys? Ran out of gas? Fast, professional jump starts, lockout services, and fuel delivery across Wendell, Knightdale, Zebulon, and beyond.
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Why Choose Us?
Why Wake County Trusts Lizard Lick Towing
We've been serving this community for over 25 years — and we've never stopped raising the bar. Here's what sets us apart from every other towing and private property impound company in the area.
Body Cameras on Every Call
Every Lizard Lick driver wears a body camera on every call, every interaction, without exception. From the moment our driver arrives on your property to the moment your vehicle is safely loaded — everything is on record. This protects our customers, our property management clients, and our team. You’ll never have to wonder what happened. If you need the footage, just ask.
24/7 Digital Access Portal — For Property Managers
Lizard Lick is the only towing and private property impound company in eastern Wake County that gives property managers, HOA boards, and business owners instant digital access to their impound records — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Log in from any device and see every vehicle that has been removed from your property: photos, violation reason, date and time, and more. Video footage is available upon request. You manage your property — we give you the tools to do it.
On Rotation with 11+ Law Enforcement Agencies
Being placed on official law enforcement rotation isn’t something any company can buy — it’s earned through years of professionalism, reliability, and meeting rigorous standards for equipment, insurance, and response time. Lizard Lick Towing is proud to be the trusted partner on rotation with many local law enforcement organizations.
No Size Restrictions — Mopeds to Tractor-Trailers
Whether you need a moped moved from a parking lot or a tractor-trailer, boat, ATV, container, or piece of heavy equipment removed from your property — Lizard Lick can handle it. Our state-of-the-art self-loading fleet, equipped with dollies and winches, means there is virtually no vehicle or piece of equipment we cannot remove. For private property impound clients, this is a capability no competitor in the region can match.
Real People Answer Every Call — 24/7/365
When you call Lizard Lick, a real, knowledgeable person answers the phone — any time of day or night, any day of the year. No answering services. No AI dispatch. No pressing 1 for towing, 2 for something else. When you’re stranded on the side of US-64 at 2 a.m., you deserve to speak to a human being who can help you right now. That’s our promise.
25+ Years in Business — Locally Owned, Community Trusted
Lizard Lick Towing & Recovery was founded in 2000 and has served Wake County and the surrounding region for over a quarter-century. We’re not a national chain. We’re not a call center with contractors. We’re a locally owned company with deep roots in this community, and we take that responsibility seriously.
WHERE WE SERVE
Serving Eastern Wake County & Beyond
Based in Wendell, NC — our trucks are positioned to reach you fast. 24/7 towing and roadside service throughout the Wendell–Knightdale–Zebulon corridor, and PPI services across Wake County and the eastern portions of Nash, Johnston, and Franklin counties.
24/7 Towing & Roadside
- Raleigh, NC
- Wendell, NC
- Knightdale, NC
- Zebulon, NC
- Rolesville, NC
- Bunn, NC
- Archers Lodge, NC
- Wake Forest, NC
PPI Coverage
- Most of Wake County
- Eastern Nash County
- Northern Johnston County
- Eastern Franklin County
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CUSTOMER REVIEWS
Don't Take Our Word for It
Our customers and property management partners have trusted us for over 25 years.
★★★★★
"I was broken down on I-540 at 11 PM and Lizard Lick had someone to me in under 20 minutes. The driver was professional, walked me through everything, and got my car to the shop without any issues. I will never call anyone else."
— Customer Name, Knightdale, NC
★★★★★
"I was broken down on I-540 at 11 PM and Lizard Lick had someone to me in under 20 minutes. The driver was professional, walked me through everything, and got my car to the shop without any issues. I will never call anyone else."
— Customer Name, Knightdale, NC
★★★★★
"I was broken down on I-540 at 11 PM and Lizard Lick had someone to me in under 20 minutes. The driver was professional, walked me through everything, and got my car to the shop without any issues. I will never call anyone else."
— Customer Name, Knightdale, NC
Trusted by These Police Departments
NC Highway Patrol
Knightdale
Wendell
Zebulon
Rolesville
Lake Royal
Franklin Co
Bunn
Bailey
Springhope
You May Know Us From TV — But Towing Is What We Do Every Single Day
Lizard Lick Towing was featured on truTV for four seasons, and fans still find us from across the country. But long before the cameras showed up — and long after they left — we've been right here in Wendell, serving Wake County. The show may have made us famous. The work is what makes us trusted.
Visit the Show PageLizard Lick Sayins
Big Lizard Wisdom
If you feel more overwhelmed than a one arm paper hanger with jock itch, then your in the middle of the road. All I’ve ever seen there is dead and stinks.
Ronism
Marriage is grand but divorce is a few hundred grand.
Ronosophy
If your dog doesn’t like you, chances are your wife/girlfriend won’t either
Dirt Word
When it comes to the people you love most in life, remember you have to let them leave and you have to let them live but you never have to let them go.
Frequently Asked Questions
Got Questions? We've Got Answers.
What services does Lizard Lick Towing offer?
Lizard Lick offers 24/7 emergency towing, private property impound (PPI) for HOAs, apartments, and commercial properties, roadside assistance (jump starts, lockouts, fuel delivery), accident recovery, long distance transport, and non-running vehicle purchasing. We do not offer tire changes, tire repairs, or motorcycle towing.
Is Lizard Lick Towing available 24 hours a day?
Yes. Towing, roadside assistance, and dispatch are available 24/7/365 — including holidays. A real person answers every call — no automated system. Office hours are Mon–Fri, 9:00 AM–5:30 PM for vehicle releases.
Do you buy junk or non-running vehicles?
Yes — buying non-running, junk, wrecked, and unwanted vehicles is a large part of our business. Call us with your vehicle’s year, make, model, and condition for a fast, honest quote. We come to you, pay on the spot, and haul it away.
What areas does Lizard Lick Towing serve?
24/7 towing covers Wendell, Knightdale, Zebulon, Rolesville, Bunn, and Archers Lodge along US-64, NC-97, I-540, and I-87. PPI services extend across most of Wake County and eastern portions of Nash, Johnston, and Franklin counties.
How do I get my vehicle released from impound?
Visit our office at 2605 NC Highway 97, Wendell, NC 27591 (Mon–Fri, 9 AM–5:30 PM). Bring valid photo ID, proof of ownership (registration or title), and proof of insurance. Call (919) 365-4388 with questions about fees.
Is Lizard Lick Towing the same company as the truTV show?
Yes — Lizard Lick Towing & Recovery, LLC is the actual towing company featured on the truTV series (2011–2014). We are a fully operational business headquartered in Wendell, NC, founded in 2000. Ron and Amy Shirley remain active in the business today.
Ready to Get Started?
Stranded on the road or need to protect your property? A real person is ready to help — right now, 24/7/365.