Driveway Repair Scam Making The Rounds In Chester

CHESTER, NJ — Police are warning residents to be careful, as a new driveway repair scam is going around the Chesters.

Police say the solicitors are going door-to-door in the two towns, trying to sell leftover asphalt at a discount. Neither Borough nor Township currently have any active soliciting permits for paving contractors.

One of the hallmarks of the scam is the pavers claiming they have leftover asphalt at all. "Professional asphalt contractors know, with great accuracy, how much paving material is needed to complete each project. Rarely will they have large quantities of leftover material," police said.

A second sign if their insistence you make a quick decision. "Trustworthy contractors will provide a written estimate that will be valid for days or even weeks. It should specify in detail the work to be performed and the total price. They also don’t mind you checking them out before signing a contract," police said.

Other signs include cash-only transactions, payment up front, and out-of-state trucks.

If these contractors come to your door, police ask that you report them by calling the police department at 908-879-5514, option 0 to speak with police communications.