Saturday, October 13, 2012

Roofing Scam Alert in NV

The Nevada State Contractors Board has issued a consumer alert for Reno, NV residents after multiple reported incidents of a man scamming homeowners into paying unnecessary roof repair and vent piping costs.

Suspect Name: James Gregg
Description: White Male in his 30s. He is approx. 5'10", 180 lbs with brown hair and a brown mustache
Vehicle: "newer" white van with no company signage or logo.
May be traveling with a women.

Like the storm chasers previously discussed on this blog, the suspect is traveling through neighborhoods targeting seniors that are out in their yard. The suspect approaches the victims, mentions that he noticed roof repairs are needed and gets the homeowner to agree upon his services. The suspect is performing substandard work. He also is returning to check on the work only to convince the homeowner that additional repair are needed. Additional details are suspected and the NSCB is holding educational Senior Awareness Sessions.

To report an incident, contact the NSCB's Unlicensed Contractor Hotline: (702) 486-1160 or (775) 850-7838.

For more information visit http://www.nscb.nv.gov/




Video: KRNV - Reno