A Kentucky lawmaker is warning residents—especially seniors—to be on the lookout for a roofing scam targeting homeowners across the state.
State Representative Myron Dossett says scammers posing as roofing companies are going door-to-door with tablets, claiming to offer repair estimates—but there’s a hidden catch.
click to download audioEven if insurance doesn’t cover the full estimate, Dossett says the homeowner is still stuck paying the 10 percent. And if they don’t use the company—there’s still a fee.
click to download audioDossett, who’s spoken with the Attorney General’s office, says they’re looking at legislative action to stop it.
click to download audioHe urges anyone needing home repairs to work with local, trusted contractors—never someone from out of town.
click to download audioRepresentative Dossett says penalties for these scams could be introduced in the next legislative session.
