Avoid Fraudulent Contractors With These Nationwide Tips

So here are five tips from Nationwide insurance on how to best-protect yourself from contractor fraud:

• Use only licensed and insured contractors, like Retex! You can double-check a contractor’s license on Better Business Bureau’s website, bbb.org.
  
  
• Don’t sign an incomplete contract or one with blank spaces.
  
  
• Request and check references. A reputable contractor should have a list of previous clients who’d be happy to chat about their work and company overall.
  
  
• Submit the claim yourself. Contractors shouldn’t submit an insurance claim on your behalf. 
  
  
• Only pay after the work is completed. If a contractor is urging you to pay upfront, it’s a red flag. 

At Retex, we will provide you with an estimate and photos to share with your insurance, and we’re happy to meet them on-site or discuss our estimate. We also won’t bill you for payment until your project is complete. With hundreds of happy Retex clients – check our Google reviews! – we aim to be your neighborly exterior experts, here to help through any storm. 

Need an estimate for your roof, siding, windows, or gutters? Call Retex for a reliable assessment today – 804-258-6300.