After a big storm, door-knockers arrive within days. Most scams follow the same few patterns.
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Hire local contractors, get written bids with the company’s name, address and phone number, and never pay the full bill upfront; that’s TDI’s advice. Walk away from anyone who offers to waive your deductible, asks you to sign something before giving a price, or hands you a contract with blank sections. Texas doesn’t license roofers, so checking references and insurance is up to you.
| The pitch | The problem |
|---|---|
| “We’ll take care of your deductible.” | Illegal in Texas. The deductible is yours to pay. |
| “Sign here so we can inspect.” | It may be a contract. Read it; you could owe money without ever seeing a price. |
| A contract with blank sections | Blanks can be filled in later with other work or higher charges. |
| A large deposit or full payment upfront | Never pay in full in advance. After a disaster declaration, out-of-area contractors can’t demand payment before work starts. |
| “We’ll handle your insurance company.” | A roofing contractor can’t act as a public adjuster or negotiate your claim in Texas. |
Texas doesn’t issue state roofing licenses. The Roofing Contractors Association of Texas runs a voluntary program you can check, and the Better Business Bureau keeps complaint records.
No. Texas doesn’t issue state roofing licenses, so check references, reviews and proof of insurance yourself.
No. It’s illegal in Texas for a contractor to waive, rebate or absorb a deductible.
As little as possible. TDI advises never paying the full bill in advance and being cautious about large deposits.
This guide is general information for Texas homeowners, not legal or insurance advice. Your policy, your city and your house decide the details.
