Avoid Roofing Scams in Chester
Hey, don't let roofing scammers hit your wallet in Chester. They target homeowners after storms or leaks. Spot red flags and verify before hiring. Protect your home like family – here's how.
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Common Residential & Commercial Roofing Scams in Chester
Be aware of these tactic used by unlicensed operators
Storm Chaser
Out-of-towners swarm after bad weather, promise quick cheap fixes, grab deposit, botch job or ghost.
Deposit Dash
Takes hefty upfront for 'materials,' does minimal work, vanishes.
Roof Rip-Off
Tears off good shingles claiming damage, charges for full replace with junk materials.
Phantom Foreman
Quotes low, subs bad crews, no supervision, leaves liens or damage.
How to Verify a Professional
Insurance
Demand certificates for general liability ($1M+) and workers' comp. Call the insurer to verify current coverage. No proof, no work.
Licensing
California roofers need a valid C-39 license. Check at cslb.ca.gov – search by number or name. Confirm it's active, bonded, and matches the business.
References
Get 3+ recent local references in Plumas County. Call to ask: Were they on time? Quality work? Any issues?
Protection FAQs
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