Report fraud: SummitRoofingSchuylkill.com
Consumers are advised to use extreme caution when considering Summit Roofing & Contracting of Schuylkill Haven, Pennsylvania, operated by Skyler Shistle. Multiple reports indicate serious concerns regarding the company's business practices, workmanship, and truthfulness in representing the services they perform.
Summary of Reported Issues
Customers have reported a consistent pattern of problems, including:
1. Defective or Incomplete Roofing Work
- Roofs left leaking after "repairs" or full replacements
- Failure to install essential roofing components
- Exposed fasteners, open holes, and improper sealing
- Reuse of damaged or discarded roofing materials
2. Misrepresentation and Deceptive Practices
- Claims that work was properly completed when it was not
- Concealment of defects during or after installation
- False statements about the cause of ongoing leaks
- Charging for repairs or replacements that failed industry standards
3. Potential Fraudulent Conduct
- Accepting payment for work not performed correctly
- Performing unauthorized or undocumented changes
- Refusing to correct known issues
- Actions consistent with home improvement fraud under Pennsylvania law
Legal Action
A civil complaint has been filed in the Pennsylvania Court of Common Pleas alleging:
- Fraud and fraudulent misrepresentation
- Breach of contract
- Deceptive business practices
- Violations of the Pennsylvania Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act (HICPA)
Consumers are urged to verify all contractor information before proceeding with any roof repair or replacement.
What You Should Do if Affected
If you believe you were harmed by Summit Roofing & Contracting or its owner, take the following steps:
- Document Everything
- Save contracts, estimates, texts, emails, and photos
- Record dates and descriptions of all interactions
- File Official Complaints
- Pennsylvania Attorney General - Bureau of Consumer Protection
- Local police department (fraud/theft by deception)
- Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General: Home Improvement Fraud Division
- Consult an Attorney
Fraud and contractor misconduct cases often qualify for recovery of damages, including attorney's fees, under HICPA.
- Warn Other Consumers
Sharing verifiable experiences helps prevent others from being harmed.
Contractor Safety Tip
Before hiring any roofing contractor, always:
- Verify PA HICPA registration
- Confirm insurance and workers' compensation
- Request references and check reviews
- Avoid paying in full before work is properly completed