Recently, I had a client who contacted me about a damaged roof. Her insurance company was refusing to approve a roof replacement because there was a pre-existing issue that hadn’t been repaired. Before purchasing the property, she had a roofing contractor inspect the roof, but little did she know that the contractor was working in collaboration with the seller. Consequently, the contractor failed to disclose the severe condition of the old treetop roof, which had multiple damages on its surface. She received a document claiming that the roof was in good condition, however, it was a fabricated lie by the roofer to help the seller. Unfortunately, she trusted both the seller and the roofing contractor. Now, she has turned to me, hoping for assistance.
Regrettably, I had to agree with the insurance company. The roof was indeed in poor condition, with pre-existing Prairie damage. As a result, the client is now left to foot the bill herself. This situation highlights the importance of always hiring your own roofing contractor to inspect the roof before purchasing a property. By doing so, you can avoid unforeseen expenses down the line, as pursuing legal action against the contractor for damages can be a lengthy and uncertain process…
