CBS2 investigative reporter David Goldstein discover that many LA residents are at risk of becoming victims of roofers as they prepare for El Nino.
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@tamaralaird33896 жыл бұрын
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.
@zamp69695 жыл бұрын
Great now try investigating BIG companies like AT&T and Wells Fargo and see what happens. Nothing!
@glorybelieve90104 жыл бұрын
zamp6969 - What do you mean see what happens? They’re probably the worst rip off artists!
@zamp69694 жыл бұрын
Berni Codd that’s my point and nothing happens to them
@TheSimba864 жыл бұрын
"I'm a Christian" when someone says that BEWARE!
@eazy-t48332 жыл бұрын
Right? That’s strike1 2 & 3.
@tanicouture2 жыл бұрын
😂😂😂that’s so sad though
@SpaceJudgeQD2 жыл бұрын
Fake Christian lol
@checkerslane7 жыл бұрын
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.
@hghost086 жыл бұрын
Checkers Lane lmfaoooo amen
@squish2006 жыл бұрын
it makes my blood boil seeing those fuckers prance in their pride as if it was a physical shield
@Jomievolution85 жыл бұрын
Not true... they say it’s always the guy before the last guy that did a bad job
@Joe-kb1sm5 жыл бұрын
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.
@bluemelon78182 жыл бұрын
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
@kwings1215 жыл бұрын
Craigslist??? You ruined the survey right there
@simple22travel116 жыл бұрын
If doctors can charge whatever they like than why can't roofers?
@aj2004155 жыл бұрын
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
@waterbottle47825 жыл бұрын
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.
@kingloui98195 жыл бұрын
Water Bottle give cooperation do the same thing I don’t see the news going after them ?
@aj2004155 жыл бұрын
Roosevelt Buckley what do you mean? Sorry, I just don’t understand what you meant?
@risingmemekingp80042 жыл бұрын
Typical roofer knowledge “let me rip off people”
@truecrimejungle6 жыл бұрын
"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.
@zari26623 жыл бұрын
Seriously, he was honest but he didn't look too happy.
@acmotifs3 жыл бұрын
Free estimates lul
@HypeTv1006 жыл бұрын
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
@Noliesonlyfacts6 жыл бұрын
HypeTv100 if he showed the honest people faces they could magically get let go, for not over charging
@siahwashn97946 жыл бұрын
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.
@supportmytroups76 жыл бұрын
Hey I’m your long lost brother. Can you give me 500$
@CryDizzy6 жыл бұрын
I am nigerian prince, I need your bank details for big deposit, please contact
@bagman67104 жыл бұрын
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
@gobot5812 жыл бұрын
@@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
@frankcarufel63125 жыл бұрын
Should do this in the medical industry next!!!
@destroyer.e5 жыл бұрын
Very true
@josemendez18285 жыл бұрын
Everyone is after the money you can't trust anyone
@eulisesgomez16772 жыл бұрын
Everyone has to lie in this 🌎
@rubenruiz84646 жыл бұрын
So how we know if experts aren’t doing the same??🧐🧐
@zari26623 жыл бұрын
The experts know they are on camera the other guys don't.
@Bruh-cs4ft4 жыл бұрын
I died every time he said “El niño”
@Eyeofthemourning6 жыл бұрын
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.
@fly69doc7 жыл бұрын
Spraying over shingles? Wtf???
@chichi599886 жыл бұрын
Itor Lamop 😆😆
@IllinoisTrafficAttorney5 жыл бұрын
Kind of sounds like someone being out of headlight fluid
@EricFapton5 жыл бұрын
The shingles are the protection. The protection doesnt need protection. Wow. Wtf is right.
@nick2xopoku3865 жыл бұрын
Is difficult to lie when you don't want to tell the truth
@audste-95476 жыл бұрын
Well actually sometimes those “professional inspectors” will say there is nothing wrong with it but in reality there might be
@scatoni6 жыл бұрын
Tide Pod stop ingesting those pods
@anatnax4 жыл бұрын
"Are you trying to take advantage of El Niño?" 4:35 That came out very wrong.
@edsonsantoro11574 жыл бұрын
anatnax LMAO!
@SlashX_485 жыл бұрын
Instead of Confessing those scammers...... WHY they didn't record License Plate to settle those frauds????
@williegallagher21243 жыл бұрын
The should have shown the good roofers and named them so they can get some business for their honesty
@Deenihan185 жыл бұрын
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.
@Mrsalpiness5 жыл бұрын
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
@Carlospjr6 жыл бұрын
" AM a Christian MAN" well not anymore ! Dont for Christ sake use his name in vain, he already DIED for our Sins!
@PrinceMontrey2 жыл бұрын
“Black MOLd? black mOLd? Come on.” My new saying for anything 😂
@34stzoo5 жыл бұрын
First mistake.... Craigslist!
@Joe-kb1sm5 жыл бұрын
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.
@neversocialist68715 жыл бұрын
Good work Goldstein.
@HsingSun11 ай бұрын
Don't hire any roofers without the company's name on the truck, the company's office location, and the company's license. .
@marinagarza18032 жыл бұрын
“I’m a Christian man” says it all 😂😂😂
@Nova-vk5qb Жыл бұрын
Fake Christian
@REPDAT5SIX25 жыл бұрын
I would of laughed if the roofers fell on the property and filed a lawsuit.
@ivantorres18445 жыл бұрын
Sound about white
@CaJeffO Жыл бұрын
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.
@MrWils254 жыл бұрын
As an adjuster I see this constantly.
@sutterkramer25486 жыл бұрын
The tire screech at the end is fake
@hoondaily2702 жыл бұрын
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.
@WallyTony5 жыл бұрын
I love these investigation reports.
@stevenlanderos91424 ай бұрын
I believe that if it's not broken, then don't fix it ❤
@roachtoasties7 жыл бұрын
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.
@Fiberglasser035 жыл бұрын
I've gotten roofing jobs because I was the only guy who showed up with a ladder and got on the roof.
@burningexperience60317 жыл бұрын
Never order repair service from websites and get it from the books or do research before buying.
@pongoellis1670 Жыл бұрын
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.
@MonarchPoolPlaster5 жыл бұрын
These guys are small potatoes. Go after the real crooks on Wall Street.
@sweett58965 жыл бұрын
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.
@davidschwartz21446 жыл бұрын
They added the screeching tires at the end... Ah modern media 😌
@carlsmith47675 жыл бұрын
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.
@carpballet2 жыл бұрын
“Too.” Learn it. Use it.
@MiguelGarcia-nl3ci5 жыл бұрын
i dont think the guy was burning tires when he left. The channel thinks were all stupid
@geegotti28352 жыл бұрын
95% of all companies will say something needs to be done..Its a business..
@sunnysmiles82114 жыл бұрын
These dishonest predatory jerks need to be put in jail. Zero accountability
@robertbutler80048 ай бұрын
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.
@benitomazzaro63752 жыл бұрын
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.
@mpayne82062 жыл бұрын
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
@benitomazzaro63752 жыл бұрын
@@mpayne8206 We're all guilty of taking short cuts sometimes. But the question is did they ridiculously overcharge you?
@mpayne82062 жыл бұрын
@@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
@imatter46195 жыл бұрын
I got that special coating and im happy with it, nothing wrong with that.
@omarrreyes92305 жыл бұрын
You should put the name of the good companies out there. They deserve that.
@adonayorellana90185 жыл бұрын
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.
@YhwhKhaiMostHigh Жыл бұрын
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.
@alur29812 жыл бұрын
You have a 50/50 chance of not getting scammed in LA. Lol
@sbolden1234 жыл бұрын
I like this investigative reporting even though I live in Florida
@marcomartinez32634 жыл бұрын
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.
@bargainbin61626 жыл бұрын
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.
@ivantorres18445 жыл бұрын
Yet u give 10%
@jenniferchrin65692 жыл бұрын
they need to name the good companies!!
@daveschannel492 жыл бұрын
4:37 “trying to take advantage of el nino” 🤣 El nino in Spanish means The Kid.
@AnotherOak Жыл бұрын
If you call out for a service..they surely want to make something
@NonstickMilk5 жыл бұрын
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.
@xl0006 жыл бұрын
ok, but you added the tire screech sound effect at the end of the video.
@nickneff69264 жыл бұрын
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..
@SeattleLife3655 жыл бұрын
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.
@bridgetsims15962 жыл бұрын
How do I get a story in David can't figure it out on my phone
@KikiTay5 жыл бұрын
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..
@ClaudiaLopez-cs8zb2 жыл бұрын
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!!!!
@angelkatt20116 жыл бұрын
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
@deandriaevans21544 жыл бұрын
They tried to play the last guy. He was not trying to rip them off. 😒
@lorimello51212 жыл бұрын
In Kansas roofers must be licensed with the Attorney General to work on roofs.
@doubleghod5 жыл бұрын
Only the private sector can address this malfeasance with results. Go, Goldstein, Go.
@daniellemartin50538 жыл бұрын
Very informative and important to expose!
@HTDPOKEMON7 жыл бұрын
Actually not informative at all. If you are willing to believe a man that is not a licensed contractor, then you're an idiot.
@brettsurrett459610 ай бұрын
Ha ha you got ripped off by a roofer and a lawyer.
@semones576 жыл бұрын
What a shame.
@user-xm4qt4sd6pАй бұрын
Everything went up , so ppl are Ganna take advantage
@ashleykate50956 жыл бұрын
Can’t fool with a lot of these foreigners because they’ll try to get you every time
@jamesduke21736 жыл бұрын
As soon as the salesman states he is a "good Christian" I put my hand over my wallet.
@arthurrivera42305 жыл бұрын
No shit!! last year the contractor tried to charge me 15,000 for my two story house i was like hell no!
@capcap74565 жыл бұрын
Now do a survey on how many news channels put out propaganda
@huntergoertz61345 жыл бұрын
Why don’t you guys give exposure to the companies that gave an honest estimate?
@austincombs715 жыл бұрын
Because drama gets views unfortunately
@Noeruiz19907 жыл бұрын
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.
@pigeonman74836 жыл бұрын
Cant trust no one these days... Everyone wants easy money
@theinvestigator60044 жыл бұрын
Craigslist is known for scammers!
@chloecamp87142 жыл бұрын
The super angry dude wanted $350 to chill on the roof & use some gorilla glue to stop a few shingles from moving a tiny bit.
@craigfenderson31815 жыл бұрын
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.
@brandond8243 Жыл бұрын
I feel everything in life is a scam.. let these boys work 😂
@ivanzepeda62162 жыл бұрын
That coat ruins your shingles
@kevinbrown57726 жыл бұрын
They know who to con and who not to con, when they get exposed then they cry and hide their faces like little children
@robertfaraci94245 жыл бұрын
how come nobody has a ladder same way they got here is the same way they got on the roof hopping a fence
@ItsChristian5 жыл бұрын
Well you did go on Craig’s list so what do you except
@anthonyspencer62815 жыл бұрын
Wtf this is any sales. I can't believe this is news.
@danarmando5375 жыл бұрын
Every human is an evil useless bag of filth. Come from that perspective, and you will live a peaceful happy life.
@kaukolaurinolli6 жыл бұрын
What else do you expect? Thieves, crooks and liars everywhere.
@billygombirit70909 ай бұрын
Hi, david goldstein. You just always report that investigates, right? Hey, why don't just wearing your blue jeans pants and black t shirt. When you're working on television and report on investigation.
@robertk11295 жыл бұрын
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.
@antoniomosqueda4 жыл бұрын
"The roof is good but the roof tiles aren't " 😑😑
@munozmobiledetail2504 жыл бұрын
Mexicans are honest asf
@douglasthompson94825 жыл бұрын
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.