Beware of Roofing Scandals in St. Louis!

In March the Better Business Bureau identified an unethical roofing contractor who relocated to St. Louis from Memphis. This is the latest in a long line of roofing scandals in St. Louis. The last thing any homeowner needs is a missing contractor. So, how can you tell if a roofing contractor is good or if it’s a scam?
There several ways to identify whether a roofing contractor is worth trusting. Follow these five steps to ensure your roof and wallet stay safe and secure.
- Ask for local referrals. A fly-by-night roofing contractor will not have the history of R&A Contracting when it comes to serving St. Louis. Local satisfied customers is an important part of R&A Contracting’s heritage.
- Ask for contracting license and business numbers. A reputable contractor will have no issue with disclosing their license numbers and any professional registration information. Ask for website information, BBB ratings, and customer reviews. Transparency is a positive sign, but still not a guarantee.
- Don’t use a door-to-door roofing company. If they’re knocking on your door, they’re not working. If they’re not working, there’s a reason. Go with a company you can trust.
- Don’t use any roofing contractor who requires a down payment. No reputable contractor requires any payment before work is complete. If a roofing contractor is asking for a down payment to hold your appointment or order materials before the job is started, chances are it is a roofing scam.
- Use R&A Contracting for your next roofing repair or roofing replacement. We carry decades of high quality service and customer satisfaction across St. Louis. Our roofing services are only as good as our reputation, which is why we won’t stop until your roof is fully restored.
Don’t wait for some scammer or scandal to break your trust. Call R&A Contracting today to schedule your complimentary on-site inspection today!