David Goldstein Investigates: Roofers Scamming Thousands Out Of Customers Preparing For El Niño

[@zamp6969]

Great now try investigating BIG companies like AT&T and Wells Fargo and see what happens. Nothing!

[@glorybelieve9010]

zamp6969 - What do you mean see what happens? They’re probably the worst rip off artists!

[@zamp6969]

Berni Codd that’s my point and nothing happens to them

[@checkerslane]

The thing about contractors and home repair people is this...even if that roof is brand new...like even if it was done a few minutes ago...if you invite a roofer to come see it 80% of the time he will tell you the last roofer did a bad job. And this is true for any home repair you need....painting, install a door, cement work, carpentry, etc...every contractor always says the last guy did a bad job.

[@hghost08]

Checkers Lane lmfaoooo amen

[@squish200]

it makes my blood boil seeing those fuckers prance in their pride as if it was a physical shield

[@Jomievolution8]

Not true... they say it’s always the guy before the last guy that did a bad job

[@Joe-kb1sm]

It's very unprofessional to talk about another guy's work. I just point out the problem & and say how I would fix the problem.

[@bluemelon7818]

Most time previous people Did do a bad job though, lol. Most people hire whoever is the cheapest and those guys cut corners to speed up the work or they don’t know what they are doing

[@TheSimba86]

"I'm a Christian" when someone says that BEWARE!

[@eazy-t4833]

Right? That’s strike1 2 & 3.

[@tanicouture]

😂😂😂that’s so sad though

[@SpaceJudgeQD]

Fake Christian lol

[@tamaralaird3389]

When ever I hear "trust me" "You won't get a better deal" "x years of experience" "I'm the best" "I'm a Chrisitian"- I roll my eyes and hang up the phone.

[@kwings121]

Craigslist??? You ruined the survey right there

[@simple22travel11]

If doctors can charge whatever they like than why can't roofers?

[@aj200415]

Bris Vegas true. He doesn’t hold a gun to them saying they have to accept the work and pay it. They can charge whatever they want, you don’t have to pay it if you don’t want the work. The high prices are only hurting the contractor if he doesn’t get enough business bc of it

[@waterbottle4782]

He can charge whatever the customer is willing to pay but he is wanting to replace stuff that does not need replacing, yet tells the customer the opposite.

[@kingloui9819]

Water Bottle give cooperation do the same thing I don’t see the news going after them ?

[@aj200415]

Roosevelt Buckley what do you mean? Sorry, I just don’t understand what you meant?

[@risingmemekingp8004]

Typical roofer knowledge “let me rip off people”

[@siahwashn9794]

The best principle i've learned in life is to never trust anyone who wants my money. A man who wants your money will say anything to get it.

[@supportmytroups7]

Hey I’m your long lost brother. Can you give me 500$

[@CryDizzy]

I am nigerian prince, I need your bank details for big deposit, please contact

[@bagman6710]

So what ur saying is that u do every type of work possible and NEVER need to hire any type of service related contractors? Believe it or not there are actually honest ones out there that still need paid. Your comment makes no sense whatsoever

[@gobot581]

@@bagman6710 he clearly said never trust. Trust is for family and friends. You can hire people but don’t trust them and you won’t be dissapointed

[@HypeTv100]

okay so you report on stuff we already know , why not give us the names of the roofers that were honest and show there faces like you did to the frauds

[@Noliesonlyfacts]

HypeTv100 if he showed the honest people faces they could magically get let go, for not over charging

[@unwelcomemotivation]

"another 25 years" as he walks away pissed off that you completely wasted his time, gas, money, and potential profits from other jobs to play your stupid game.

[@zari2662]

Seriously, he was honest but he didn't look too happy.

[@acmotifs]

Free estimates lul

[@audste-9547]

Well actually sometimes those “professional inspectors” will say there is nothing wrong with it but in reality there might be

[@scatoni]

Tide Pod stop ingesting those pods

[@frankcarufel6312]

Should do this in the medical industry next!!!

[@destroyer.e]

Very true

[@josemendez1828]

Everyone is after the money you can't trust anyone

[@eulisesgomez1677]

Everyone has to lie in this 🌎

[@rubenruiz8464]

So how we know if experts aren’t doing the same??🧐🧐

[@zari2662]

The experts know they are on camera the other guys don't.

[@anatnax]

"Are you trying to take advantage of El Niño?" 4:35 That came out very wrong.

[@nick2xopoku386]

Is difficult to lie when you don't want to tell the truth

[@SlashX_48]

Instead of Confessing those scammers...... WHY they didn't record License Plate to settle those frauds????

[@Deenihan18]

Wow- this should really be a big wake up call for all the homeowners who find their roofer from Craigslist. On another note, the "spray option" would shorten the life of her roof, as it's only to be used on low slope roofs w rolled material, and would void any possible warranty the h.o. may of had.

[@Mrsalpiness]

You can face nail a shingle if you have to. As long as its sealed. But only if it's not noticeable or In a hidden part of the roof

[@Bruh-cs4ft]

I died every time he said “El niño”

[@williegallagher2124]

The should have shown the good roofers and named them so they can get some business for their honesty

[@Eyeofthemourning]

I will never do business with anyone using their "faith" as a selling point. Jesus is not your salesman. If you're truly a God fearing man then people will know what type of man you are by your actions. I feel those who feel compelled to put a fish or "Christian Owned"on their card are over compensating for their lack of morals.

[@WallyTony]

I love these investigation reports.

[@sunnysmiles8211]

These dishonest predatory jerks need to be put in jail. Zero accountability

[@sweett5896]

Yep they do this on the daily my father is an honest hard working roofer, does the jobs on his own too. He's been a roofer more than 30 years & he runs into this all the time. When ppl get a second opinion and my dad gives the quote ppl are surprised and explain the previous quote and my dad is shocked at the bs other roofers spout and the crazy prices.

[@neversocialist6871]

Good work Goldstein.

[@MrWils25]

As an adjuster I see this constantly.

[@PrinceMontrey]

“Black MOLd? black mOLd? Come on.” My new saying for anything 😂

[@CaJeffO]

Nothing is more expensive than a bad roof. Our first roof was $10k. Left $4,500 in needed repairs. Took us to court stating we were trying to steel from him. HA! it didn't work. Then I discovered he had not allowed my fiancé to pay a deposit. So when we went to the State Licensing Board our claim was denied on a technicality. Because there was no financial loss. Even though he was billing us $10k. Then he tried to take it to Supreme Court instead of small claims. Then litigated this for 2 years. In the end we were forced to settle out of court for fear of having to pay $50k in court fees to defend ourselves. And even an attorney stepped in upon the 2nd year. She advised us to settle for $7,500 & then pay her $6,000 so we didn't end up with $50k in Supreme Court case fees. BUT WAIT THERE'S MORE. That roofer filed a second claim asking for $31,000 in attorney fees. It was denied. That was our only moment of justice. THE GOOD NEWS IS ........ ............................................... RESEARCH PAID OFF BY NOTICING OTHER ............................................... ISSUES WE NEEDED TO ADDRESS: - We discovered there was not enough air flow in our attic. .........We resolved this........we had to add 20 Soffit Vents & 2 Attic Vent Fans. - Electrical inspection revealed fault wiring in our attic & we fixed it. - Discovered more dry-rot in our attic roof + chimney closet. We fixed it. - Discovered we needed to increase insulation from R5 to R50. - We added a cat walk to our attic for easy access Only $200. - We added lighting in our attic $75. - We replaced 2 new bathroom fans. More powerful and whisper quiet. - We added 2 house vent fans (to get rid of hot air in summer & odors). - We added $400 in structural strengthening to the rafters of our roof which helps protect us in an earthquake. WHEN IT CAME FOR THE NEW ROOF. - We stripped off the inferior roofing to expose all dry rot. - We repaired all dry rot. - We replaced all the plywood "in the eves" with 1 inch Ply. - We added a 1/2 plywood to the rest of the roof. - All new wood in the Eaves & Fascia and Trim received 2 coats of prime & 2 coats of paint prior to installing (all 6 sides). - Added a layer of Grace Brand "Ice and Water shield" gutter to gutter. ............This made our roof water tight UNDER the Roofing Shingles. ............This also also gave each shingle nail a water tight gasket. ............This also increased the tinsel strength in lateral roof movement. - We Upgraded to roofing shingles by Malarkey Brand [Legacy shingles]. ............This 50 Year Shingle will protect the water barrier created BY "Grace Brand - Ice and water shield" 50-100 yrs. LASTLY we upgraded by blowing in additional R45 insulation in the attic. HOW DOES THIS BENEFIT YOU? [a] - Have a "Termite inspector" review your entire structure before you start. WHY?... You can then present it to your roofing contractor and window contractor before they start. If they miss anything? they pay for it =Not you. [b] - Replace all the plywood "in the eves" with 1 inch Ply. - Add a 1/2 plywood to the rest of the roof (Makes eves and roof level) - All new wood in the Eaves & Fascia and Trim received 2 coats of prime & 2 coats of paint prior to installing (all 6 sides). Any cuts @installation need to be primed. [c] Added a layer of Grace Brand "Ice and Water shield" gutter to gutter. ............This makes your roof water tight UNDER the Roofing Shingles. ............This also gives each shingle nail a water tight gasket. ............This also increased the tinsel strength in lateral roof movement. ...BONUS... it preps your home for solar in the future. Leaking will almost be impossible. AND, we welcome any one to contact us to take a tour so they can also have a roof that will last 50-100 years. & FYI .... We hired Straight-Up roofing from Antioch, CA. Derrick is Fantastic.

[@34stzoo]

First mistake.... Craigslist!

[@REPDAT5SIX2]

I would of laughed if the roofers fell on the property and filed a lawsuit.

[@ivantorres1844]

Sound about white

[@HsingSun]

Don't hire any roofers without the company's name on the truck, the company's office location, and the company's license. .

[@Joe-kb1sm]

Roofing is mostly a cash business. Many roofers are alcoholics, drug addicts, and probation violators. Ive been a licenced electrician over 40 years, and when people ask me for a lead on a good roofer, I tell them the truth, I dont know a single totally honest roofer.

[@pongoellis1670]

We had a water leak in the front yard. The first group charged us a pile of cash but never finished the job & never came back. The second group said we needed to have them dig up the whole drive way for $7000.00. After going into survival mode & doing our own research, my neighbor & I ended up fixing it for $200.00.

[@Carlospjr]

" AM a Christian MAN" well not anymore ! Dont for Christ sake use his name in vain, he already DIED for our Sins!

[@roachtoasties]

In my experience it's hard to find a competent roofer. When I needed some work done I interviewed several roofers until I found one that I was comfortable with. One guy that came by that I asked to do an estimate said he couldn't do one. The reason why: He forgot his ladder so he couldn't get up on the roof. I'm not kidding. I'm a forgiving person, but if a roofer is so absent minded that he forgets to bring a ladder, that is pushing my patience. Anyway, El Nino arrived one year late.

[@Fiberglasser03]

I've gotten roofing jobs because I was the only guy who showed up with a ladder and got on the roof.

[@burningexperience6031]

Never order repair service from websites and get it from the books or do research before buying.

[@stevenlanderos9142]

I believe that if it's not broken, then don't fix it ❤

[@YhwhKhaiMostHigh]

I thank God I have one of the best and honest contractors out there. When I move, I plan to pay for him to fly to another state because I'm too old to trust anyone else. They all play such a good game on unsuspecting home owners that you don't know even know you're being scammed.

[@omarrreyes9230]

You should put the name of the good companies out there. They deserve that.

[@hoondaily270]

Yo that first guy wasn’t a bad guy, he told them the roof was in good condition. The sealant he was talking about isn’t bad to do to roofs that Are 5-10 years old. I agree opinions on the use of it is arguable on how well it works but if you have a good roof and your calling your expressing concern which means you want to go the extra step and seal it. He was t even really crazy high.

[@geegotti2835]

95% of all companies will say something needs to be done..Its a business..

[@carlsmith4767]

I had a call for an estimate and I when out did it and called them back gave them cost and time frame. Two days later their Neighbor called up and said he needed one to after seeing my truck park across the street, so I gave him one and he was good to go. The day we started the owner ask me why I was up on the roof across the street the owner is a roofing contractor to but charged way to much so that's why he called me. So to make a long story longer for next 6/8 months I told every homeowner if they called that company and wasted his time I would give them $200 off, when he figure it out he was pissed, but what he didn't know is all my customers are from word of mouth and no matter what he charged he wasn't going to get the job. 25+ years in the East Bay Tri City Area California.

[@carpballet]

“Too.” Learn it. Use it.

[@marcomartinez3263]

So all of them failed? Ding it, I just got my roof done two weeks ago. I better get up there to check every single shingle.

[@xl000]

ok, but you added the tire screech sound effect at the end of the video.

[@NonstickMilk]

It isn't just roofers, this happens with any skilled trade. I was in retail auto repair for 26 years. I probably don't need to tell you what happens in a garage. There is a sock full of hidden camera videos out there exposing crooked auto repair shops. Bottom line is you are hiring someone to take care of something you don't know how do do yourself. And of course you'd like to get it done as inexpensive as possible. Who wouldn't? I don't have money to waste either. If a contractor or business owner doesn't have the publicity to back his/her name, you don't want them touching anything you own. I firmly believe in word of mouth. A guy/girl advertising on Craigslist obviously can't afford legit advertising and doesn't have the reputation to back his/her work. If I need something done, I don't go to the phone book or internet. I ask my friends, coworkers, neighbors, people from my church, and anyone else I know. After awhile I hear the same name come up repeatedly and that's who I ask for an estimate. Chances are they charge more than anyone else because they've earned that name.

[@robertbutler8004]

That is the same bullshit that a lot of scammers say I have some leftover material from the job I just did down the road.

[@doubleghod]

Only the private sector can address this malfeasance with results. Go, Goldstein, Go.

[@davidschwartz2144]

They added the screeching tires at the end... Ah modern media 😌

[@adonayorellana9018]

hey thats a good show.. have u ever done an episode on corrupt/lazy termite inspectors and prices. Im a termite guy myself and I'm fed up with all the rotten apples that ruin it for the rest.

[@jenniferchrin6569]

they need to name the good companies!!

[@KikiTay]

While I too frown upon it, I don't find this such a big deal like they are making it out to be.. you called a business and they'll naturally want to sell you something. You walk into a MacDonalds they'll ask if you want to upsize regardless of whether you look like you needed extra calories.. if you expect someone to come down and say, "oh your roof is perfect! Good for you!" You're pretty delusional..

[@daniellemartin5053]

Very informative and important to expose!

[@HTDPOKEMON]

Actually not informative at all. If you are willing to believe a man that is not a licensed contractor, then you're an idiot.

[@brettsurrett4596]

Ha ha you got ripped off by a roofer and a lawyer.

[@fly69doc]

Spraying over shingles? Wtf???

[@chichi59988]

Itor Lamop 😆😆

[@IllinoisTrafficAttorney]

Kind of sounds like someone being out of headlight fluid

[@EricFapton]

The shingles are the protection. The protection doesnt need protection. Wow. Wtf is right.

[@imatter4619]

I got that special coating and im happy with it, nothing wrong with that.

[@AnotherOak]

If you call out for a service..they surely want to make something

[@MonarchPoolPlaster]

These guys are small potatoes. Go after the real crooks on Wall Street.

[@lorimello5121]

In Kansas roofers must be licensed with the Attorney General to work on roofs.

[@semones57]

What a shame.

[@sutterkramer2548]

The tire screech at the end is fake

[@nickneff6926]

All these guys should be regulated... roofers, electricians, plumbers, its ridiculous they charge 1800 bucks for something that takes 15min- half hour.. its like wtf ya think this is 10000 bucks an hour get bent..

[@benitomazzaro6375]

As a Hispanic construction worker, I am embarrassed. These shameful “contractors" are ruining it for the honest ones. At least these guys have been exposed and hopefully they never make a dime in this field.

[@mpayne8206]

I had a Hispanic crew build 6 chicken houses for me. They were really hard workers but they would take some short cuts. Best work ethic I've ever seen tho

[@benitomazzaro6375]

@@mpayne8206 We're all guilty of taking short cuts sometimes. But the question is did they ridiculously overcharge you?

[@mpayne8206]

@@benitomazzaro6375 I honestly told them the price. I acted as my own contractor. There is basically a price per square foot that's standard and that's what they do it for. The craftsmanship isn't as good as a normal "american" crew, but they are so much faster and efficient, so it makes up for it

[@MiguelGarcia-nl3ci]

i dont think the guy was burning tires when he left. The channel thinks were all stupid

[@marinagarza1803]

“I’m a Christian man” says it all 😂😂😂

[@Nova-vk5qb]

Fake Christian

[@Noez90]

Guy goes into a tire store "do i need tires" sales guy "you can wait 2-3 months but yeah your differently need new tires".... what does this reporter expect? You get 2-3 estimates, do your homework then make a decision.

[@sbolden123]

I like this investigative reporting even though I live in Florida

[@SeattleLife365]

I do roof inspection 20 times a week I do a 25 point inspection I have a red roof replace now over due , yellow roof its ready next 6months and a green roof 3-5 years of life your choice its amazing how many green roofs I see from online clients that want it replaced now in Washington its crazy but we dont need to resort to lieing to clients to get bussiness.

[@bridgetsims1596]

How do I get a story in David can't figure it out on my phone

[@robertfaraci9424]

how come nobody has a ladder same way they got here is the same way they got on the roof hopping a fence

[@ashleykate5095]

Can’t fool with a lot of these foreigners because they’ll try to get you every time

[@kaukolaurinolli]

What else do you expect? Thieves, crooks and liars everywhere.

[@arthurrivera4230]

No shit!! last year the contractor tried to charge me 15,000 for my two story house i was like hell no!

[@capcap7456]

Now do a survey on how many news channels put out propaganda

[@huntergoertz6134]

Why don’t you guys give exposure to the companies that gave an honest estimate?

[@austincombs71]

Because drama gets views unfortunately

[@deandriaevans2154]

They tried to play the last guy. He was not trying to rip them off. 😒

[@ClaudiaLopez-cs8zb]

I live in Sacramento Ca, and I hire this company name Yancy home improvement and they give me estimate for 22,000 then later add it 10,000 dollars more and on top of that they broke the gas pipe and added another 10,000 because they said the pipe was very rusty and old and the fix has to come out of my pocket!!😭😭😭 Now I don’t know what to do!!!!

[@bargainbin6162]

Any Christian Man who lies and yearns for money is no follower of Christianity. They say that Christians must follow God and his teachings to be a true follower. Some of these people are using status but believers know it is not right. Like all people, Christians and other religious people of other beliefs are Human. Religion is a Myth to explain things to us and everyone has made mistakes and maybe killed someone. But we strive for the Future and know we are not perfect. That is why we search for our purpose and place in life. There is no need to hate each other, if you wanna point something out then I respect what you have to say.

[@ivantorres1844]

Yet u give 10%

[@Carpeaceson]

Roofers scored better then plumbers !

[@leejace]

Nothing wrong with The coating guy. That’s advertised all over. His price is his price

[@angelkatt2011]

this kind of issue it can actually go both ways of scamming really, then ones that said its good could be saying that just for the roof to be damaged from a big storm and you call them back for repairs which gives them money lol

[@pigeonman7483]

Cant trust no one these days... Everyone wants easy money

[@kevinbrown5772]

They know who to con and who not to con, when they get exposed then they cry and hide their faces like little children

[@antoniomosqueda]

"The roof is good but the roof tiles aren't " 😑😑

[@daveschannel49]

4:37 “trying to take advantage of el nino” 🤣 El nino in Spanish means The Kid.

[@JenniferCox-z1c]

Everything went up , so ppl are Ganna take advantage

[@jamesduke2173]

As soon as the salesman states he is a "good Christian" I put my hand over my wallet.

[@erich84502ify]

Never came, 2017 WAS WET. Mr Roofer, why dont you have a seat over there?

[@alur2981]

You have a 50/50 chance of not getting scammed in LA. Lol

[@NoOneHere2Day]

El Nino never even came.

[@hugocastro1425]

2:14 that lowered obs is badddddddd

[@anthonyspencer6281]

Wtf this is any sales. I can't believe this is news.

[@theinvestigator6004]

Craigslist is known for scammers!

[@robertk1129]

That's why you buy an extended warranty for your bigger appliances... In fact my opinion only this is where the scams started in the first place. They manufacturer nine out of ten hires these odd ball companies and they over charge the manufacturer as warranty work... Same With Insurance work then the rates go up for johnny homeowner It needs to stop.

[@craigfenderson3181]

what do you expect the first guy was an expert, the other guys are not, however it was in their opinion. I dont think they tried to scam, they were just adding in options to the customer based on their knowledge. They may have thought they were doing right. The customer can take it or leave it.

[@BrianBBBB]

So don't go to Craigslist for roofing

[@kevinpolston4652]

Ok it's one thing to go after people who are actively out there using predatory tactics to force you to buy a good or service you don't need but come on now guys. You are the ones calling these people out, what do you expect, for them to not try and sell you anything? it's one thing to bust people for doing bad work or scamming people by selling them a new roof but this is just ridiculous, none of those guys really did anything that bad or wrong. you call someone out just to do this, I mean come on now, everyone's time is valuable and it's not that wrong for a professional to suggest or inform the client of potential steps they can take to prevent a problem from occurring in the future.

[@MeMe-ur6bg]

I always thought you get what you pay for. Not in this case! I went with Hy-Grade roofing even though they were by far the most expensive quote I received. Worst decision I could have made. They promised to install the roof in 4-6 weeks, of course they were late. When they finally showed up without the proper equipment and they damaged my property. Sad part is that my poor wife found the damage after coming home from her frontline COVID job. Broke my heart to see how upset she was when she saw the damage! SHAME ON HY-GRADE! They are really proud of the “Quality Audit” that they do, but of course they won’t give you a copy of the audit…lol BTW - the “Quality Audit” they did at my house consisted of 2 guys coming over to pick up the leftover junk they left at my house for a month. They never even went up on the roof! Horrible customer service experience! Save your money use someone else!

[@russelltech7691]

this is shitty . this is why us good roof techs, have so many issues. Because of people like this. they should be ashamed of themselves.

[@douglasthompson9482]

Unfortunately buyer beware....many roofers everywhere are scam artists. I have met one in my local area who is honest and another six who were misleading. If you can, do all your own repairs or hire a referred specialist.

[@ivanzepeda6216]

That coat ruins your shingles

[@danarmando537]

Every human is an evil useless bag of filth. Come from that perspective, and you will live a peaceful happy life.