An Etobicoke, Ontario woman, Colleen McMichael, lost nearly $50,000 in a door-to-door roofing scam. The ordeal began in late January when two men offered to clear ice and snow from her eavestroughs for $50. After briefly going onto her roof, they falsely claimed it was in a disastrous state, citing holes, mould, rotting wood, and even an animal infestation.
Exploiting McMichael during a highly vulnerable time—shortly after she received distressing news about her health, her mother’s health, and the recent passing of her dog—the men frightened and pressured her into agreeing to an immediate, rushed repair. She paid $47,460 upfront to a company called Skycrest Roofing Experts.
Although the company did complete some work, a subsequent inspection by an independent roofer revealed severe deficiencies. The inspection uncovered missing nails and insulation, cracked shingles, and cut corners, meaning much of the expensive job must be completely redone.
Skycrest Roofing has since become unreachable, leaving McMichael devastated by the financial and emotional toll.