Police are asking for help from the public to investigate a number of home renovation scams that have cost Calgarians more than $116,000. Police say they have already received six reports of seniors who were approached unsolicited by people who said they represented two different roofing companies, Masscraft Roofing and Masonry and Stormguard Roofing & Masonry. In each case, reps offer urgent or discounted repair work, pointing out visible damage or nearby projects as justification. Victims are pressured to pay upfront after signing contracts, after which the work isn’t completed. Victims have found themselves unable to reach the contractors, whose phone numbers and websites disappear after receiving payment. In some cases, victims reported additional damage being done to their property. Four of six complainants have reported financial losses. Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 403-266-1234. Those wishing to remain anonymous can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, online or by downloading the P3 Tips app.
