The people you call for help can do the most harm, choose wisely!

True boaters all know two things for sure: True love of the ocean overrides everything else, and at one time or another you are going to have to call a Tow Boat company for help.

It doesn’t matter if it’s from unforeseen circumstances, equipment failure, or user error, you and your vessel are now at their mercy.

Hopefully, the company that lends its help is honest and forthright, unfortunately, that is not always the case.

Seemingly reputable companies all have a dirty little secret, it’s the ancient maritime law of salvage.

How these companies enforce this loophole law determines whether or not you will leave your ordeal a happy boater.

The law of salvage can turn a simple tow or the loan of a bilge pump into a nightmare that can cost you 20% to 100% of your boat’s value, as well as the potential confiscation of your vessel.