03/28/2016
BUYER BEWARE:
So many times on social media we see homeowners and consumers complain that they we were ripped off, received poor workmanship or were swindled by unlicensed contractors.
Just today there was an ad in a community forum that says "Roof Leaking? PM Me for a free estimate. Fast, Fair and Friendly."
This has all the makings of a classic scam. So we PM"d the lady and requested the Name of the Company and the License #. She replied "My husband has been a roofer for 25 years and is now just doing repairs as side work? Would you like a estimate?" we then asked if he was insured, she said "Yes". So, we requested the name and license again, and then she never replied.
This local social media "Talk" page has over 24,000 members and advertisements can help these unlicensed contractors contact their next victim. You should look for catch words like quality, licensed and insured.
Ultimately, you should check references, get bids and check the Contractors State Licensed Board for their license status and classification.
www.cslb.ca.gov
When checking a license status of a contractor, you want to verify that it is "Current and Active" and confirm that the contractor providing you a bid is licensed to perform the work in his classification. Did you know that a C-5 Framing contractor cannot perform the work of a C-9 drywall contractor. Different trades and different licenses.
http://www.cslb.ca.gov/About_Us/…/Licensing_Classifications/
If you need any assistance in the home repair process, please feel free to call or text before you buy. We are a licensed B-1 and a C-39 Licensed Contractor, and we are here to help.
Toll Free: 866-477-7663
Text: 951-395-9717
State of California