Frisco man accused of shooting contractor

WFAA 6:36 AM. CDT April 05, 2017

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FRISCO -- A 44-year-old door-to-door roofing solicitor was shot outside a Frisco home Monday afternoon.

Officers were called to a house in the 6000 block of Larkspur Lane where they took a 45-year-old adult male shooter into custody without incident. The shooter has been identified as Radu Chivu from Frisco.

A preliminary investigation by detectives says that the Chivu confronted the victim outside his home. A no soliciting sign was observed outside of the Chivu's home during the initial investigation.

Ginny Schwartz is still in shock. She was on her way out Monday afternoon when she saw Frisco Police up the street. Its a little bit scary, she said. Just really, really, sad.

The 44-year-old man who was shot was taken to an undisclosed hospital. Frisco police have also yet to release his name. According to police, the victim did not have a permit from the city as one is not currently required to distribute commercial handbills.

Immediately I thought, That poor man. It has to be that same man because I didnt see anybody else come around, she said.

Ginny Schwartzs husband, Jonathan, was also home at the time of the shooting. Coming from Brooklyn and living in Texas now, even that was shocking, he said.

Although neither heard or saw the shooting, the couple said there has been an uptick in solicitations following the recent severe weather.

Were getting 6 phone calls a day it feels like, different people wanting to come up, check the roof, couple people knocking on the door, Jonathan Schwartz said. This gentleman does have signs all over the place, no trespassing on both sides, no soliciting, he doesnt want to be bothered.

Chivu is currently being held in the Frisco Jail and is being charged with Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon.

There is no threat to public safety at this time and detectives continue to investigate the cause of the shooting.

There are several no trespassing signs and a no soliciting sign outside the shooters home. No one came to the door when WFAA knocked.

Anyone with additional information is urged to contact the Frisco Police Department at (972) 292-6010 referencing CS# 17031331. They can also send an anonymous tip by texting FRISCOPD and the tip to 847411 (tip411).

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"We've had to hire more salespeople and staff, so we outgrew our office at home," Mike said. "Overall, it has been nice to not be at work all the time, since our old office was in the basement of our home. And the new sign is really nice for people to be able to drive by and see that."

Krumm Siding, which is a U.S. Seamless Steel franchise and a Leafaway dealer, services roughly a 30-40 mile radius around New Richmond.

"We don't do a lot of new construction stuff, but we are seeing an increase in people who want additions done after they have been living in their homes for the last 20 years or so," Mike said. "There are quite a few people who are wanting to make changes to their homes or upgrading them."

The Krumms have owned the property where their new office is located for the last three or four years with the intentions of moving their business offices out of their home in the near future.

"After 20 years of business, our customers are becoming repeat customers and their kids are getting to an age where they might need work done on their homes as well," Cheryl said.

In addition to offering services for siding, windows, roofing, gutters and Leafaway, Krumm Siding & Roofing now also offers construction work such as decks, additions, kitchens, bathrooms and other renovation services for interior projects.

"We started adding those other services because past customers called us and wanted to see if we could do those things for them," Mike said. "They would ask if we can side their house and also do this other thing. We hired Carl Kopp as our project manager and estimator, who must have 30 years of experience in the construction industry. So it was a good fit.

"We've been so busy lately that we will probably have to hire more people this year to keep up with all the business we are doing."

For more information on the services Krumm Siding & Roofing offers, visit krummsidingandroofing.com, or call 715-246-6090

"Our slogan is 'we install peace of mind,' so we like to think by walking people through the process, telling them what to expect and by showing them exactly what their money is being spent on that they will know that we have spent their money wisely," Mike said. "They get what they pay for and then some. Referrals is a main part of our business, so we work hard to earn a referral."

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When architects and specifiers embark on new green building initiatives, they need to validate the environmental aspects of the building materials they use. Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) are used to provide this information and to support the credibility of environmental claims.

The Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) has completed a multi-year effort to develop EPDs for asphalt roofing systems. These five new documents provide information that building and construction professionals can use both to support environmental aspects of roof systems as part of sustainable building projects and to better understand their impact over time. EPDs are now available for asphalt shingle roofing systems, SBS and APP modified bitumen systems, and built-up roofing systems.

ARMA worked with thinkstep, a sustainability consulting company, and with UL Environment to validate the EPDs. These comprehensive documents outline the environmental attributes associated with the manufacturing of various asphalt-related roofing materials.

ARMAs development of these five EPDs reflects the continued use and advancement of asphalt roofing materials. In some cases, these documents are needed to fulfill requirements for green building rating systems and initiatives such as Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED), Green Globes, and the International Green Construction Code (IgCC).

As the worldwide building and construction community continues to expand the focus on creating environmentally responsible and resource-efficient building projects, asphalt roofing has a critical role to play, said Reed Hitchcock, ARMAs executive vice president. ARMA is committed to supporting sustainable building initiatives, and we are proud to provide the industry with this important environmental information.

These EPDs will help architects and engineers make sustainable choices in roof design, said Amy Ferryman, chair of ARMAs Sustainability Task Force. Our work to develop these resources helps ensure that the asphalt roofing industry can fully participate in increasingly important green building practices.

The five EPDs from ARMA are now available and can be accessed on ARMAs website.

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The Best Roofers in Fairfax County VA Are the Ones Proven Safe To Hire The state of Virginia requires roofing contractors in Fairfax County VA to be licensed by the state with the correct license class for the cost of your project (Class C = less than $10,000, Class B = less than $120,000, Class A = no cost restriction), and the printed license for roofing companies must have at the bottom the three letter code for roofers, which is "ROC" for which they had to take an exam specific to roofing and demonstrate previous experience specifically in roofing.

But even the state license for roofing contractors is no guarantee that any particular roofer in Fairfax County VA is doing business ethically, providing real value, or satisfying customers.

This makes it all the more significant that all contractors for roofing in Fairfax County VA who bear The Prime Buyer's Report-TOP 10 symbol have been cleared by our research staff as passing all the requirements for Prime Buyer's Report-TOP 10 status such as survey phone calls to previous customers to verify high satisfaction, good complaint record, verified state license, only employees legal to work in the U.S., and more.

How long have they been in business as roofers in Fairfax County? This indicates how well they know the local city ordinances, codes, and permit requirements for your area.

How many roofs have they done specifically in Fairfax County? This indicates how well they know the performance of different materials and installation methods in your particular climate, rainfall and wind patterns.

How many roofs have they done of the same type as yours, i.e. same materials: clay tile versus asphalt shingle, same type: flat versus high slope, and same scope: repair only versus tear-off and reroof versus new roofing, etc.

Can the roofing company give you client names and numbers you can call as references? (All roofing contractors bearing the Prime Buyer's Report-TOP 10 symbol have already had their client references called by research staff at The Prime Buyer's Report so you don't have to.)

What is the projected time frame for completion of the new roof installation or roof repair?

Does the roofing contractor have active workers' compensation and general liability insurance for your protection? (All roofers in Fairfax County bearing the Prime Buyer's Report-TOP 10 symbol have already had their proof of insurance verified by our research staff so you don't have to.) How will the roofing companies calculate pricing for new roofs or roof repairs?

Will they provide a written estimate that specifices the exact amount of material to be used, including sizes, brand names, product numbers etc? (This is key because the cheapest roofing companies often only seem cheaper because they are quoting inferior materials or low quality brands compared to other roofers.)

Will the roofing contractors provide a written contract?

Will permits be needed? If so, will they be responsible for getting them or will that be up to you?

Can the roofing contractor prove that all their workers sent to your property are legally allowed to work in the U.S.?(All roofing companies in Fairfax County bearing The Prime Buyer's Report-TOP 10 symbol have already signed an agreement to only hire documented workers.)

How often and when do they clean up?

What is the manufacturer's warranty on the roofing system or material the contractor is suggesting?

What kind of warranties and guarantees on their labor do they offer besides the manufacturer warranty on the roofing materials?

Do they offer multiple types of roofing materials and brands, or are they restricted to quoting one manufacturer?

For new roofing or re-roofing, does their quote include replacing the flashings around chimneys and vents? Not doing so is one way that cheap roofing companies merely appear cheap.

What type of wood will be used on your roof and in what thickness? For example, using cheap plywood made from pine which is suseptible to warping is another way cheap roofers merely appear cheaper, as opposed to using plywood made from stronger Douglas fir.

Will they being using nails (proper) or instead using staples (cheaper and faster for them but lacks holding power and can invalidate a manufacturer's warranty)?

When you've chosen the best roofing contractor in Fairfax County VA for your specific needs, make sure they are licensed with a state or county license for roofing contractors.(All roofing companies in Fairfax County VA bearing the Prime Buyer's Report-TOP 10 symbol have already had their license verified by our research staff so you don't have to.)

Licensing & Trade Associations Related to Roofers in Fairfax County VA

BBB Better Business Bureau http://www.bbb.com Mid Atlantic Roofing Contractors Association http://www.marcaroof.com NRCA National Roofing Contractors Association http://www.nrca.net SRCA Slate Roofing Contractors Association http://www.slateroofers.org TRI Tile Roofing Institute http://www.tileroofing.org VARP Virginia Association of Roofing Professionals http://www.varoofingprofessionals.org Virginia Association of Roofing Contractors (804) 497-5917 Virginia DPOR http://www.dpor.virginia.gov/boards/contractors

Media & Web Resources for Roofing in Fairfax CountyProfessional Roofing Magazine http://www.professionalroofing.net RoofingRSIMagazine Roofing Contractor Magazine http://www.roofingcontractor.com Traditional Roofing Magazine http://www.traditionalroofing.com Roofing Magazine http://www.roofingmagazine.com Metal Roofing Magazine constructionmagnet.com/metal-roofing-magazine Spray Foam Roofing Magazine sprayfoammagazine.com

The Prime Buyer's Report provides information for the TOP 10 Roofing Contractors in Fairfax County VA within the following zip codes:

20121, 22152, 22301, 22315, 22116, 20194, 20190, 22305, 22043, 20170, 22033, 22311, 22107, 22030, 20171, 22038, 22308, 20172, 20124, 22161, 22009, 22199, 22307, 22040, 22032, 22151, 20152, 22304, 22180, 20192, 22027, 22031, 22041, 22181, 22306, 22150, 22044, 20120, 22313, 22039, 22314, 20153, 22046, 22312, 22182, 20122, 22042, 22003, 22309, 22079, 22183, 20191, 22101, 22124, 22015, 22122, 22302, 22153, 22066, 22303, 22106, 22103, 22102, 22310, 20195, 20151 and 22060

The Prime Buyer's Report provides information for the TOP 10 Roofers in Fairfax County VA within the following cities:

Merrifield, Huntington, Chantilly, Rose Hill, Fairfax, Newington, Lorton, Woodlawn, Falls Church, Fort Hunt, Bailey's Crossroads, Idylwood, Lincolnia, Oak Hill, Kings Park West, Reston, Hybla Valley, McLean, West Falls Church, McNair, Wolf Trap, Alexandria, Burke Centre, Kingstowne, Oakton, Groveton, Fairfax Station, West Springfield, Franklin Farm, Wakefield, Centreville, Dranesville, Springfield, Jefferson, Mount Vernon, Fair Oaks, Annandale, Tysons Corner, Great Falls, Franconia, Burke and Newington Forest

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You can spend $20,000 or more on roof replacement. If you take on this major investment, the last thing you need is a contractor wholl rip you off, so its important to know about the three most common roofing scams.

One common scam is a contractor who insists on getting paid before work begins, or who wants an unusually large down payment. They may also ask you to sign over your insurance check to buy materials. Avoid this by hiring a well-known company with the proper credentials, bonding, insurance and a good reputation. These companies wont ask for full payment upfront.

These scam artist contractors will say, Hey, all we need is we need that first check. You give that to us, well get you scheduled to go, and then in the worst cases they just disappear, says Judd Haag, of Bone Dry Roofing.

Another common scam involves a friendly stranger going door-to-door in your neighborhood after a storm, offering quick, cheap labor for cash on the spot. Like the down payment ploy, they usually disappear once they have the cash. Some will do a little shoddy work first. Avoid this by just saying, No thanks, and remember, the best roofing companies are busy already and dont have to solicit.

Unfortunately, there might be scammers that come into town after a storm, so be sure that youre checking the company youre using that they have a valid license, they have insurance so that you know that youre working with a reputable company, says Angies List founder Angie Hicks.

The third common scam is the too-good-to-be-true low bid. You jump at the chance to save money, but soon come the upcharges. In the worst cases, contractors will remove your existing roof and demand more money to finish the job. The final bill can easily eclipse those other bids you once had in your hand. Avoid this by checking the Angies List pricing guide to see your market rate, and get at least three bids to compare.

You want an apples-to-apples estimate, so make sure you know exactly the type of material your roof is made of. Is it an asphalt shingle roof? Is it a tile roof? Also, youre going to need the full dimensions of your roof if youre going to get an accurate estimate, Angie says.

Nearly a dozen states dont require roofers to have a license. In this case, local reputation, online reviews and a confirmation of license and bonding is required. Paying by credit card is a great way to protect yourself in case the job goes wrong.

If you have major roof damage, its easy to get impatient and go with the first company that will come to do the work. Angie says even in a disaster situation, follow best hiring practices, which includes doing your homework on the company thatll work on your home.

States that do NOT require a roofing license, based on Angies List research:

1. Indiana

2. Kentucky

3. Maine

4. Missouri

5. New Hampshire

6. New York

7. Ohio

8. South Dakota

9. Texas

10. Vermont

11. Wyoming

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Cleon Theodorides has 32 years in roofing, home improvement...

Cleon Theodorides, new general manager of Cazeault Roofing and Solar Repair Division (Cazeault photo)

Cleon Theodorides, a Mashpee, MA resident, has been promoted to General Manager of the Repair Division of Cazeault Roofing & Solar with offices in Osterville and Plymouth, MA. Theorides has 32 years of experience in the roofing and home improvement industry.

Cleon knows the industry inside and out and he is familiar with the areas housing conditions and weather challenges, noted Russell Cazeault, who heads the fifth-generation Cazeault Roofing and Cazeault Solar. He added, Cleon will help us prep and get our roofing crews on the road each morning and diagnose roofing problems and prescribe affordable, reliable solutions.

Theodorides hails from Canton, MA and is the father of two teenagers. He noted, It is great to be part of the Cazeault culture. We are a well know local company and customers can pick up the phone and actually talk directly to a local person. Everyone is on the same page and we all doing the job right from start to finish and stand by it down the road.

Paul J. Cazeault & Sons is a family owned and operated business that has been providing exterior and roofing services to home and business owners in Eastern Massachusetts since 1927.

Cazeault offers both roof replacement as well as exterior repairs including replacement windows, new siding, or gutters repairs and solar panel installation. Roofing options include asphalt shingles, metal roofing, cedar roofing, copper roofing and flat roofing. Roofing choice depends on the home's aesthetic style, budget, and energy efficiency needs.Cazeault Roofing & Solar also services many commercial customers for both repairs as well as replacement.

For more information about Cazeault Roofing, contact visit http://www.cazeault.com, call 508-428-1177 or arrange an appointment to visit the showroom at 1031 Main Street, Osterville, MA.

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(MENAFN Editorial) Roofers Brisbane, a roofing services website providing high-quality, certified roofing contractors to Brisbane clients, was officially launched.

More information can be found at [http://www.roofersbrisbane.com].

Roof maintenance and repair is essential for the structural integrity of any property, whether residential or commercial. Roofs are the first barrier against harsh environmental factors, and constant exposure to high winds, rain and dust inevitably affects all roofs. For this reason, professional maintenance and repair is essential to avoid serious structural damage.

Roofers Brisbane is a new website allowing Brisbane clients to connect with high-quality professional roofing contractors. Unlike other similar websites, Roofers Brisbane only works with licensed and certified contractors, constantly monitoring the quality of their services to ensure high client satisfaction and professional service standards.

Roofers Brisbane provides both commercial and residential clients with a variety of roofing services, from repair and guttering to complete roof replacement.

Roofers Brisbane contractors offer a variety of roof repair services, providing immediate assistance in cases of leaks, cracks and genel roof deterioration. The company works with experienced contractors that perform a thorough assessment of the situation before fixing or replacing broken tiles, repairing ridge capping and any other necessary interventions.

The website also offers clients professional roof replacement services. Roof replacement might be necessary when serious roof damage makes repair impractical, and many homeowners choose to have their roofs replaced with others made of more solid materials. Whatever the reason, Roofers Brisbane provides professional contractors offering thorough roof replacement services for both commercial and residential clients.

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DALLAS, March 30, 2017 After 27 years in business, A#1 Air has become the Metroplex leader in heating and air conditioning, plumbing and electrical services. Now the company is proud to announce the addition of A#1 Air Roofing & Remodeling.

Last Sunday, severe storms hit the DFW Metroplex with extremely high winds from golf ball to softball-sized hail. Although no injuries were reported, numerous homeowners suffered devastating damage to their roofs, siding, gutters, windows, and a/c units.

According to A#1 Air owner James Green, "Because of this recent tragedy, many fly-by-night companies are looking to capitalize on the immediate need for new roofing repairs." He went on to say that "Your home is probably the biggest investment you'll ever make. Don't trust its care to just anyone."

"We know that to be #1, it takes teamwork. And our team is the best in the business," said co-owner Sherry Green. "A#1 Air's home inspectors know how to make dealing with insurance companies as simple and stress-free as possible. Plus, we stand behind all our work with a 100% customer satisfaction guarantee."

The plan to implement roofing and other exterior remodeling services has been in the works for some time. With its new launch, A#1 Air Roofing & Remodeling is fully-staffed with a team of professionals ready to immediately handle your home's hail-damage needs.

When considering a roofer, it's important to know their credentials. A#1 Air Roofing and Remodeling is a member of the Better Business Bureau and National Roofing Contractors Association. They handle all types of roofing needs, from basic shingle to high-end tile roofing, including DECRA Stone Coated Steel Roofing, as well as other hail-resistant roofing systems. The company is also a Certified Owens Corning Preferred Contractor offering labor warranties backed by the manufacturer.

A#1 Air Roofing and Remodeling is currently providing a free whole-home hail inspection to any homeowner whose roof or other area of their property was damaged by hail. For more information, they encourage homeowners to immediately contact one of their Hail Team Specialists at 972-810-1810 or click here.

About A#1 Air, Inc.A#1 Air has been in business for 27 years and is the leading home services company in the Dallas/Fort Metroplex. With over 300 employees, they also provide heating and air conditioning, plumbing and electrical services. For more information on A#1 Air, Inc. visit http://www.anumber1air.com.

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By By Brittany Wiliams Staff Writer

SMACKOVER The Smackover-Norphlet School Board approved service contracts for the districts roofing and technology, as well as changes to several district policies at its meeting Monday.

The school board accepted Wilcoxs recommendation to accept a bid of $300,022 to hire Olivers Custom Roofing to complete the districts roofing project, pending approval from another professional. The bid also included a $4.50 unit price.

We had seven bidders, five that we accepted and we came in way lower than what the budget was. The low bid is (from) OCR which is in Holland, Arkansas, Wilcox said. That unit price goes either way because we have a lot of decking in the project. Basically a third of the decking was factored in on this price so if we had to add more, thats the number theyll use. If they have to give us credit (or) do not have to replace as much decking, thats the same number thatll be used to come back our way.

Board members also approved the superintendents recommendation to hire IK Electric to upgrade the districts wireless technology. The total cost is $112,884.02 for the improvements at Smackover and Norphlet campuses, Wilcox said.

District special programs director Teri Philyaw recommended several policy updates including amendments to Smackover-Norphlets wellness Policy No. 5.29 that board member Chris Long voted against.

I dont know how this is going to go with the new (federal) administration, but the policy was substantially updated to include the new U.S. Department of Agriculture regulations on local wellness policies, Philyaw said. That ones a really significant change but that was something we didnt have any control over so its pretty much what we got to do.

According to the USDA, the final rule implementing section 204 of the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010 requires schools that participate in the National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs to establish minimum content requirements for the local school wellness policies, ensure stakeholder participation in the development and updates of such policies and periodically assess and disclose to the public schools compliance with the local school wellness policies.

And if you dont? Long asked.

Philyaw answered, You dont get any child nutrition money.

Ultimately, all of Philyaws recommendations were approved though Long said that somebody got to speak up regarding Policy No. 5.29.

After reviewing the districts student-parent handbook in a committee meeting last month, Norphlet Middle School principal Keith Coleman presented changes recommended by the committee to the board.

Because its against the law to suspend students for truancy, the principal recommended that the minimum punishment should be detention hall and the maximum should be in-school suspension, removing out of school suspension. Though he previously objected this change, Long retracted his objection after he realized that the policy change gives principals discretion.

I personally wouldnt give them detention hall, Coleman said. Its not a step (punishment). Its a maximum and a minimum.

Among other approved recommendations are a description of the districts excused absence policy, requirement of parents immediately picking up students with transmittable live human host parasites from school and removal of Saturday School as a disciplinary action.

Board members also approved the resignations of Norphlet Elementary School principal Patti Vickery and Smackover High School physical education teacher Jerry Stegall.

The Smackover-Norphlet School Boards next meeting is scheduled at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Apr. 17 in the district office boardroom.

Brittany Williams may be contacted by email at bwilliams@eldoradonews.com. Follow her on Twitter and like her on Facebook @BWilliamsEDNT for updates on Union County school news.

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Wednesday morning Stevan Buren Roofing had taken 15 weather-related calls.

With the severe storms that have dumped heavy rains, winds and hail throughout the North Texas area, roofing contractors have kept busy this week, to say the least, said Stacey Greenawalt, marketing director at Stevan Buren.

While such business is good for roofers, it can also bring out droves of fly-by-night contractors looking to take advantage of people who might be in shock they suddenly have no roof over their heads, she said.

Such contractors arent necessarily easy to identify, she said.

On their website, they have posted a list of seven questions people can ask for any kind of contractor, whether roofers, plumbers, electricians or other services:

Does the company have a physical location? Fly-by night contractors work from their trucks and easily disappear. Someone with an office you can find on a map (rather than a post office box) is more likely to be found again.

Does the contractor carry proper insurance? Contractors should at minimum be able to produce proof of general liability insurance and some will have coverage specific to their work.

How long has the company been in business? Some contractors are only in business during storm season.

Does the contractor provide a warranty? Stevan Buren suggests asking for workmanship and product warranties and said written warranties are the best.

Does the contractor have a website? A website can be checked from your phone even when the contractor is present talking to you.

Who does the actual work? Learn who is actually coming out to do the work and if there will be an accountable supervisor on site to talk to.

Can the contractor provide references? Reputable contractors will be able to provide plenty of satisfied customers to give references.

Greenawalt said their company will check with previous clients first when storms strike an area to see if any repair work is needed.

She said when their crews are working with previous clients they will also get approached by people needing repairs. The company picked up clients like this recently in Whitney after a January tornado.

It is that time of year when bad contractors come out, said Johnson County Sheriff Adam King, and people can fall prey to them if they dont take care to do research on the contractor.

He suggested to check the company on the Better Business Bureau site to see how they rank. There are other reputable sites to check like Angies List or Home Advisor.

We havent had reports recently, Cleburne police spokeswoman Detective Kelly Summey said of roofing scams, although reports came when a tornado struck Cleburne in 2013.

Still, she said, the police department wants people to be aware of fly-by-night contractors.

She said contractors should be vetted thoroughly, and also suggested the first place to research is the Better Business Bureau.

Also, any roofer doing business in Cleburne will be registered with the city of Cleburne as a contractor, she said. Be leery of people who come to your door telling you that you have roof damage. This is usually something you should already be aware of and if youre not, get a second opinion. Legitimate roofing companies will never ask for full payment in advance of fixing your roof. All estimates should be in writing and should be provided to you prior to any work being done.

Summey also said to remain aware of people coming up to talk about roofing or other contracting needs. Sometimes scammers will work together, luring a person outside so their partners can burglarize the home.

Additionally, she said to report any suspicious activity to police.

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