In a cash-strapped economy, scam artists are having a real field day, according to the Better Business Bureau. Rounding out the “Top 10 Most-Complained-About Businesses” are:

1. Collection Agencies
2. Auto Repair & Service
3. General Contractors
4. Auto Dealers
5. Telephone Companies
6. Publishers Directory & Guide
7. Loans
8. Furniture – Retail
9. Internet Services
10. Roofing Contractors

Roofing contractors receive more than 7,000 complaints each year on average, but 2010 saw a 40 percent increase in filings.Consider that one company — American Shingle — received 1,000 complaints before filing for bankruptcy! This is simply unacceptable, but until greater oversight becomes standard and legislation is passed, we aren’t likely to see the number of Shawnee Mission roofing scam artists decrease. Did you know that Kansas is one of just five states who require absolutely NO regulation of new roofing companies?

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