Avoid Roofing Scams in Malaga
Roofing scammers love hitting Malaga after storms, promising fast fixes but vanishing with your money. Don't let them fool you—spot the tricks and protect your home like you would for family. Here's how to stay safe.
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Common Residential & Commercial Roofing Scams in Malaga
Be aware of these tactic used by unlicensed operators
Storm Chaser
Fly-by-night crews flood in after storms, scare you with 'urgent' roof damage, take a deposit, and disappear.
Lowball Bid
Quotes super low to win the job, then hits you with 'surprise' fees for extras during work.
Fake Damage
Claims your roof needs total replacement when a simple repair would do, to upsell.
Material Upfront
Insists on full payment for shingles/materials in cash upfront, then ghosts.
How to Verify a Professional
Insurance
Ask for a Certificate of Insurance (COI) showing general liability (at least $1M) and workers' comp. Call the listed insurance company to confirm it's current and valid.
Licensing
Visit the Washington State L&I verification site at https://secure.lni.wa.gov/verify/ and enter the contractor's license number. Ensure it's active and covers roofing work. Roofing contractors must be licensed by L&I for jobs over a certain value.
References
Request 3-5 recent jobs in Malaga or Chelan County. Call the homeowners to verify the work quality, timeliness, and if they'd hire again.
Protection FAQs
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Don't take risks with your property. We connect you with pre-screened, licensed professionals in Malaga.