🛡️ Consumer Protection Guide

Avoid Roofing Scams in Greenwood

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Common Residential & Commercial Roofing Scams in Greenwood

Be aware of these tactic used by unlicensed operators

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Storm Chaser

Out-of-area crews swarm after bad weather, hype fake urgent damage, grab deposits, then ghost with shoddy patches or nothing.

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Upfront Payment Trap

Insist on 50%+ cash or wire upfront for 'materials,' then vanish or do minimal work.

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Bait-and-Switch Materials

Quote premium shingles/asphalt, deliver/install cheap junk, charge full price.

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Incomplete Job Walkaway

Start tear-off, claim surprise issues for more money, abandon half-done roof.

How to Verify a Professional

Insurance

Ask for a Certificate of Insurance for general liability and workers' comp. Contact the insurer directly to verify coverage limits and expiration. Ensure it names you as additional insured for the job.

Licensing

Visit the Wisconsin DSPS website (dsps.wi.gov) and search for the contractor's name or license. Residential roofers often need a certified Dwelling Contractor Qualifier ID. Call DSPS at (608) 266-2112 to confirm.

References

Request 3-5 recent Greenwood or Clark County projects. Call references to ask about work quality, timeliness, cleanup, and if they'd rehire.

Protection FAQs

Do roofers need a license in Wisconsin?

Residential roofers over $3,000 need a Dwelling Contractor registration and certified Qualifier via DSPS. Verify online or by phone.

What insurance does a roofer need?

General liability ($300k+), workers' comp if employees. Get cert and call insurer to confirm.

Should I hire door-to-door roofers?

Rarely—big red flag. Get 3 local bids after verifying licenses.

How much upfront payment is normal?

10-30% max deposit. Balance on completion/inspection.

What if work goes wrong?

Document everything. File complaint with DSPS, local building dept, Attorney General.

How to spot fake reviews?

Check multiple sites (BBB, Google). Look for patterns, verified local work.

Permits needed for roofing in Greenwood?

Yes, Clark County requires permits for most re-roofs. Trustworthy pros pull them.

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