RENTON, Wash. — The Renton Police Department (RPD) is warning residents of a scam involving people claiming to be roofers going door-to-door.
RPD says victims have lost up to $15,000 after reporting that the scammers offer a small repair after claiming to see loose shingles on their roof.
They then pressure homeowners into doing a full roof replacement and completing work that is not up to code, according to police.
To avoid these scams, authorities say always to check contractors credentias and get a second opinion from a company you trust.
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