OUR TEAM

Jaffey Barnes

Jaffey Barnes is the heart behind Barnes Towing & Recovery, bringing decades of experience in the towing and recovery industry. Known for his hands-on leadership style and dedication to service, Jaffey built this business with one goal in mind: to provide honest, dependable towing services to the people of Sanford, NC. He’s not just the owner—he’s often out in the field, working side-by-side with the team and helping customers in their toughest moments. His deep knowledge of heavy duty towing, safety protocols, and equipment operations ensures every job is done right the first time.

Jaffey Barnes II

Following in his father’s footsteps, Jaffey II brings a fresh perspective and strong work ethic to the family business. With a passion for helping others and a growing expertise in both light and medium duty towing, he plays a key role in day-to-day operations. Customers appreciate his calm, professional approach and quick thinking during roadside emergencies. Jaffey II is also trained in dispatch and fleet logistics, ensuring the team is where they need to be, when they need to be there.

Kristi Barnes

Kristi Barnes keeps the wheels turning behind the scenes at Barnes Towing & Recovery. As the office manager and customer service lead, she handles scheduling, billing, and communications with a focus on clarity and kindness. Her dedication to customer satisfaction and community relationships is part of what makes the business so trusted in Sanford and beyond. Kristi ensures every call is answered and every client feels heard, respected, and helped—because to her, every customer matters.