🛡️ Consumer Protection Guide

Avoid Roofing Scams in Grafton

Roofing scams often hit hard after storms in Grafton and Windham County. Protect your home like you would your family—spot red flags early and verify every pro. Don't rush; take time to choose right.

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Common Residential & Commercial Roofing Scams in Grafton

Be aware of these tactic used by unlicensed operators

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Storm Chaser

Out-of-town crews arrive post-storm, push cheap fixes, take deposit, and leave shoddy work or disappear.

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Fake Damage Inspection

'Free' inspection claims urgent leaks or issues, pressures for quick payment before you think.

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Bait-and-Switch Pricing

Low initial quote balloons once work starts with 'unforeseen' issues.

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Substandard Materials

Quotes premium shingles but installs cheap ones, pocketing difference.

How to Verify a Professional

Insurance

Ask for a Certificate of Insurance (COI). Verify directly with the insurer for liability and workers' comp coverage.

Licensing

Check Vermont Secretary of State's website for contractor registrations. Search the business name and confirm active status. Contact Windham County for local permit rules.

References

Request 3 recent local jobs in Grafton or nearby. Call references to confirm quality, punctuality, and no liens.

Protection FAQs

Are roofing licenses required in Grafton, VT?

Vermont contractors must register with Secretary of State for jobs over $500. Verify online; no state license but registration is key.

Why avoid upfront full payments?

Scammers take money and run. Trustworthy roofers use milestones: deposit for materials, balance after inspection.

How to spot fake insurance?

Get COI naming your project. Call the carrier to confirm active policy—don't trust just a verbal promise.

Safe to hire door-knockers after storms?

Rarely. Prefer known locals or matched pros. Storm chasers often unlicensed and fly-by-night.

What if no written contract?

Walk away. Always get everything in writing: scope, price, warranties, cleanup.

How to report suspected scams?

File with Vermont AG, FTC, local police in Windham County, and BBB. Help protect others.

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