Village Warns Of Roofing Contractor Scams After Hailstorm Hits Orland

ORLAND PARK, IL — Orland Park officials are warning residents to be wary of people soliciting roofing repair services, after a hailstorm hit the area Tuesday.

A number of roofing companies are going door-to-door in the Village of Orland Park. Using an unregistered vendor could leave residents susceptible to scams, fraud and possibly more damage to their house, officials warned.

"Property owners need to be vigilant and protect themselves and their property by obtaining current information on roofing contractors," Orland Park Mayor Keith Pekau said. "Verifying roofing registration is an important and easy step."

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) provides a database where residents can verify that a roofing contractor is licensed by the State of Illinois. Once a roofing contractor license number is acquired, it can be verified by visiting idfpr.illinois.gov. Those with questions, can contact IDFPR at 1-800-560-6420. More information can be found in the IDFPR brochure, and for a list of licensed roofing contractors in Orland Park, visit orlandpark.org/RoofingContractors.

Additionally, door-to-door roofing solicitors must be licensed by the Orland Park Police Department. A licensed solicitor must make available their permit upon request. Solicitors without an Orland Park permit are being ticketed by the Police Department.

Finally, exterior home repairs, including roof repairs require an Orland Park building permit. Information regarding Orland Park building permits can be found at the Village’s website or by calling the Orland Park Development Services Department at (708) 403-5300.