🛡️ Consumer Protection Guide

Avoid Roofing Scams in Campbell

Hey, roofing scams hit hard in places like Campbell, especially after those Texas storms roll through Hunt County. Shady operators show up at your door, scare you with 'urgent' damage claims, grab a fat deposit, and poof—they're gone, leaving you with a leaky mess. Don't let that be you. Spot the red flags, verify everything, and stick to pros who do it right.

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Common Residential & Commercial Roofing Scams in Campbell

Be aware of these tactic used by unlicensed operators

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Storm Chaser Scams

After hail or wind storms, out-of-town crews knock on doors claiming severe damage. They inflate issues, demand big deposits for 'materials,' do shoddy work or disappear entirely.

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Upfront Payment/Deposit Scams

Contractor asks for full or large payment upfront for supplies, then ghosts or delivers inferior work. Common with fly-by-night operators.

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Bait-and-Switch

Ultra-low bid to win job, then claims 'unforeseen issues' or switches to cheap materials, hiking costs mid-project.

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Phantom Insurance Claims

Fake adjuster helps file insurance claim, skims your payout or coordinates with crooked roofer for kickbacks.

How to Verify a Professional

Insurance

Demand a Certificate of Insurance (COI) for general liability ($1M+ coverage) and workers' comp. Call the insurer directly (using contact on COI, not contractor's word) to confirm it's active, covers your project, and lists you as additional insured.

Licensing

Texas doesn't require a state license for roofers, but check business registration at the Texas Secretary of State website (sos.state.tx.us). Verify local Hunt County business permits via county offices. Insist they pull building permits for your job—check status at local building department.

References

Request 3-5 recent local references from Campbell or Hunt County jobs. Call each one—ask about work quality, timeliness, cleanup, communication, and if they'd rehire. Check online reviews on BBB, Google, but verify independently.

Protection FAQs

Do roofers need a license in Texas?

No state license required for roofing in Texas. But verify business registration at sos.state.tx.us, local Hunt County permits, and that they pull job-specific building permits.

How do I check a roofer's insurance?

Get a COI for liability and workers' comp. Call the insurance company to verify coverage details, dates, and that it includes your project.

What should I do right after a storm?

Tarp temporary fixes if needed. Don't sign contracts immediately. Get your insurance adjuster first, then 3 bids from locals.

Is it okay to pay a deposit upfront?

Small deposits (10-20%) are normal, but never full payment. Tie payments to milestones like materials on site, work 50% done.

How do I spot a roofing scam?

Watch for door-knockers post-storm, upfront cash demands, no paperwork, pressure tactics, no local ties. Verify everything.

What if I think I've been scammed?

Contact local police, file with Texas AG consumer protection, BBB. Dispute charges if paid by card. Get lawyer for large losses.

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