A new TEXAS law that took effect on August 7, 2019, considers paying the of the deductible by the roofing contractor is a violation and may include $2000 fine and up to six months in jail.
When the policyholder makes, an insurance claim has to pay the deductible first, and the insurance company pays the rest of the money to cover the damages.
To win business, some non-established roofing contractors get to sign a contract where they agree to cover or waive for the deductible. While it is tempting to move forward with these roofing contractors, they are committing insurance fraud on your behalf.
How to decide on the right roofing contractor?
Get a written estimate on company letterhead
Find out how long they have been in business, online reviews, physical office location
Don’t pay in full upfront and don’t make a final payment until the job is completed.
Never sign a contract with blacks on it
For more details, read by clicking the URL: https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/86R/billtext/html/HB02102I.htm
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