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🛡️ Consumer Protection Guide

Avoid Roofing Scams in Granby

Roofing scams are rampant in Granby after Vermont's harsh storms. Shady contractors can leave you with shoddy work and empty pockets. Spot red flags like a pro, verify every claim, and connect with screened local experts to safeguard your home.

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Common Residential & Commercial Roofing Scams in Granby

Be aware of these tactic used by unlicensed operators

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Storm Chaser Scam

Out-of-area roofers flood Granby post-storm, hype urgent repairs, grab deposits, then ghost or butcher the job.

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Bait-and-Switch Materials

Quotes cheap shingles/asphalt, then swaps for pricier options or fakes subpar stuff you can't spot.

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Fake Damage Upsell

'Discovers' hidden rot/leaks needing full replacement—when it's just patches—to jack up the bill.

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Uninsured Injury Hit

Uses uninsured workers; injury happens, homeowner gets sued for bills.

How to Verify a Professional

1

Insurance

Demand certificates for general liability ($1M+) and workers' comp. Call the insurance company to confirm coverage details and expiration.

2

Licensing

Vermont requires no specific roofing license, but search the Vermont Secretary of State business registry for registration. Confirm they pull Essex County/Granby building permits.

3

References

Get 3+ recent Granby/Essex County job references. Call them yourself—ask about quality, delays, and if they'd rehire.

Protection FAQs

Do roofers need a license in Vermont?

No statewide roofing license, but businesses must register with VT Secretary of State. Always check local Granby/Essex permits.

What insurance is essential for roofers?

General liability ($1M min) and workers' comp. Get certs and verify directly with the insurer.

How to vet references properly?

Request 3 local recent jobs. Call to confirm timelines, quality, no disputes or liens.

Safe to pay full price upfront?

Never. Max 10-30% deposit. Tie rest to inspections/milestones.

Storm hit—now what in Granby?

Tarp leaks temporarily. Avoid door-knockers. File insurance claim, then get bids from established locals.

Fake reviews everywhere—how to tell?

Suspicious: all identical 5-stars, new profiles. Trust BBB, Google (verified locals), and personal refs.

Bad job done—what to do?

Document photos. Hold final payment. Invoke contract warranties. Hire fixer-upper pro if needed.

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