Storm Damage Scams: How to Avoid Roofing Storm Chasers After a Storm

Don’t Get Caught in the Storm Twice: Beware of Roof Repair Storm Chasers

At Mathis Home Improvements, we’ve served our community for years and know how devastating storm damage can be to your home, especially your roof. After a significant storm, it's natural to want fast repairs to protect your family and property. Unfortunately, that urgency often attracts the wrong kind of attention: storm chasers.

These out-of-town contractors swoop into storm-damaged areas, offering quick, cheap roof replacements. While some may seem legitimate at first glance, many disappear as fast as they arrive, leaving poor workmanship, subpar materials, and no accountability.

What Are Storm Chasers?

Storm chasers are transient roofing contractors who follow weather events, knocking on doors in affected neighborhoods. They offer free inspections, low prices, and fast turnaround times. But once the work is paid for (often upfront), they’re gone—and so is your peace of mind.

How to Spot a Storm Chaser

At Mathis Home Improvements, we want to help you recognize the signs:

• High-pressure sales tactics: They push you to sign immediately, often claiming they’re "working nearby" or "just finished your neighbor’s roof."

• No local address or reputation: These contractors rarely have a permanent office or ties to your community.

• Too-good-to-be-true prices: They’ll underbid local contractors by cutting corners on labor, materials, or both.

• Lack of credentials: Always ask for proof of licensing and insurance. Storm chasers often can’t provide it or use expired or out-of-state documentation.

• No warranties or guarantees: Once they’re gone, you’re on your own if something goes wrong.

How Mathis Home Improvements Does It Differently

We’re proud to be a locally owned and operated business with deep roots in the community. When you choose Mathis, you're choosing:

• ✅ Certified and insured roofing experts

• ✅ Transparent pricing with detailed written estimates

• ✅ Warrantied materials and workmanship

• ✅ Clear communication and ongoing support

• ✅ A company that will still be here tomorrow, next year, and beyond

Protect Your Home—and Your Wallet

If your home has suffered storm damage, don’t rush into a decision with someone you don’t know or trust. Take the time to research your options and work with a contractor who stands behind their work.

Let Mathis Home Improvements help you navigate the storm with confidence. We’ll inspect your roof, work with your insurance company if needed, and restore your home with integrity and care.

Need a professional you can trust after the storm? Call Mathis Home Improvements today or request your free estimate online. We’re here when you need us—before, during, and after the storm.