Summer is here and so are the roofers and asphault people who go from state to state knocking at people’s doors, and even sending spam faxes to unsuspecting people.
They will check your property and will tell you that either your roof needs repair or replacement, your driveway needs resealing, you have cracks in your cement basement walls, etc. They will quote an outrageous price, and will ask for 1/2 up front and ask you to sign a contract. DON’T!
If you have been approached, you can go on line to see if they are registered with the state. Are they even licensed to work in Maine? Call your local police. Never ever sign a contract or give half the money up front.
Fraudulent “gypsy” companies may take the upfront money and never be seen again, or they will do shoddy work.
These companies prey mostly on the elderly… be vigilant.