Hail, high winds, soaking rain, ice, and snow may significantly damage your roofing at night during severe storms. 

In the aftermath of a storm, a so-called "roofing specialist" may knock on your door, offering to repair your roof for an absurdly low fee. Although these deals may appear irresistible, it is essential to distinguish between a genuine roofing expert and a Fly-By-Night Roofing Operation.

Red flags for a Fly By Night Roofer

In the dark after a significant storm, roofers often go door-to-door without insurance, trying to sell their services. They utilize impressive-sounding jargon and bold assertions about the quality of their work to convince you that you are receiving an excellent value. If you decide to employ them to fix your roof, they will likely demand half of the cost upfront and then either depart without doing the job or they will only finish half of it. Work is never completed to the standard promised, and no guarantees are ever provided.

Identifying a Real Roofing Company From a Scam One

There are a few telltale signals that the roofer who just knocked on your door promising to fix your roof leak or replace your missing shingles for a great price is a "Fly-By-Night" operation:

Not Providing Insurance Documentation

If you have someone working on your roof, always check their insurance. Lack of insurance is necessary for contractors and indicates that a roofer is not legit. Furthermore, if you hire a roofer who is not insured, you may be held responsible for any injuries sustained on your property.

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Negligent Information Gathering

In addition to fixing your roof, any legitimate contractor should also instruct you on how to keep it in good condition going forward. Inquire about the quality of their past work, the length of time they've been in business, and any other details you'd like to know about the roofing company before hiring them. You may tell that this roofer is a Fly-By-Night Operation and not a real expert if they avoid the topic or tries to divert the subject.

Deals So Good They're Outrageous

Getting enthusiastic about the low price of a Fly By Night Roofer's offer is natural, but remember that this price comes at the expense of quality. You can assume they are trying to trick you if their quote for the job is absurdly low. You should also know that a reputable roofing company will never demand a deposit equal to more than 50 percent of the entire cost. The roofer should be turned away immediately if they ask for payment in this manner.

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Absence of a Web Presence

Businesses nowadays cannot succeed without a strong internet presence. On the other hand, fly-by-night roofing companies seldom have a website or any other evidence that they have been in business for more than a day. The lack of customer feedback on a business's website is a red flag that you're dealing with a scammer.