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BBB Warns Of Asphalt Paving Scam
November 8, 2014
The Better Business Bureau serving Northwest Florida is warning local consumers to watch out for unethical asphalt paving contractors. Numerous consumers have alerted BBB of an individual soliciting paving work door-to-door, the organization said.
According to the BBB, a local couple hired the individual and paid $3,000 before any work was done. Unfortunately, the check was cashed and the worker never returned. The consumers are now working with local police to track down the individual. Watch for these common signs of an asphalt scam:
- They claim to have leftover asphalt from another job. Be aware of paving companies that approach your home, stating that they are “in the area” and have extra asphalt or concrete to repair your driveway for a minimal cost. Professional asphalt contractors know, with great accuracy, how much paving material is needed to complete a project. Rarely will they have leftover material.
- High pressure sales. Never hire someone on the spot. Trustworthy contractors provide a written estimate that will be valid for days or weeks. Ask for local references and verify that the contractor is in compliance, current and up-to-date with all local licensing, bonding and insuring requirements.
- Deals that seem too good to be true. If the quoted price seems very low, chances are the quality of work will also be quite low. Many times the company will quote a low price for their work and upon completion overcharge the customer.
- No contract is offered. Insist on a written estimate specifying in detail the work to be performed and the agreed total price, not just price per square foot. Then get at least two more quotes before hiring a contractor.
- Unmarked trucks. Often the trucks they travel in are unmarked or they have an out-of-town license plate, address and phone number. A little research will reveal that they have no permanent address and the phone number is often an answering machine or answering service.
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4 Responses to “BBB Warns Of Asphalt Paving Scam”
They also tell you of other people that you might know that they paved their driveways. And they may have. But they ain’t happy with what they done. And the scam artists have their money. Sad. They seem to pry on the older generations. Just don’t do business with a door to door person wanting money right then period!
everyone on Jacks Branch Road beware..there is a guy who has been contacting home owners with this scam..I would think he is following any road repair workers to help sell his scam.
Gypsies, probably from Pine Bluff.
Gypsies.