Question

Hi friends, did anyone get thier doorbell rang by Strafford Inc? They said they we're offering free estimates for a roof repair. I said yes and called my husband he said it could be a scam

Answer 1

Best to ask for their permit to go door to door soliciting business. They need a permit from the village

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And if they don’t have one I’ve called the non emergency police number

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@glassine22071 ok great idea. Thank you

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Also google the company

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@glassine22071 I did and I can't find them  

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@mama23439  

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@glassine22071 my husband is calling them to cancel the estimate lol. I am a total yes man and would probably invite Ted Bundy in if he asked for water

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@mama23439 better safe than sorry!  

Answer 2

Most door to door stuff like that is a scam

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@riorsson Gosh I really don't know what to do. This sucks!  

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Let the police know.  

Answer 3

I know some roofing companies that do that

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@ratib oh good, because I am freaking out that this was some crazy scam and nuts are going to show up at my house lol

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@mama23439  

Answer 4

ARA Roofing is a good company in Niles

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@polycrates thank you

Answer 5

In case you want, this company a good company.  
https://tomkatrestorationil.com/

Answer 6

Stay away, my parents went along with those "storm chaisers" and were quoted twice the amount it actually took to replace the roof and siding. When they decided to go with local contractor, they reported to their insurance that they were trying to scam them. They are bad people.  

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@ibnrushd I am so sorry that happened to your parents!  

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@mama23439 very unfortunate that there's a lot of people out there that are looking to make a quick buck at the expense of insurance companies and unaware folks. That's why we all pay higher premiums. my parents ended up ok after paying the scammers $500 to make them go away and pull their "scam" complaint. I wanted to start legal action but they asked me to leave it alone.  

Answer 7

I think you should report them to the police. We’re under a quarantine. - Karen

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@elliottellipse my husband is going to make a call to the village to check them out

Answer 8

You can call Niles Police and they will let you know who has a permit to do door to door.  

Answer 9

Be wary of free roofs. Even if it’s a valid claim. One can end up paying higher premiums for ever.  

Answer 10

Be careful with this, I have heard some stories with the roofing and the scamming or distraction to rob you, or coming back later to return when your not home. I’d defiantly check with the police.  

Answer 11

I do have a couple of friends that do this type of "storm chaser work". They inspect your roof then contact the insurance company to get approval for the work.  

Answer 12

Check with the village they supposed to check in before they walk to neighborhoods