The Guilford County Sheriff's Office is asking people to be on alert for a roofer contract scam. 

Reports have surfaced of some roofers tricking North Carolina homeowners into expensive and possibly unnecessary repairs. 

Some companies call homeowners after strong storms pass through neighborhoods saying that nearby roofs were damaged in the storm. Others cruise neighborhoods and approach people door to door. In each case they offer to inspect the homeowner's roof. 

After examining the roof they report they repairs are needed and then ask the homeowner to sign a document.  Scammers will claim that the document will inform the homeowner’s insurance carrier about the situation, but it is actually a binding legal contract for expensive repair work. 

Eastwood Homes announced today the grand opening of its new Design Center in High Point, hoping to benefit homebuyers throughout the Piedmont with its state-of-the-art facility, located at 4000 Piedmont Parkway. 

Prior to the opening of the Design Center, all buyers made their selections from small samples in the sales center of each individual community.  The majority of future buyers in area communities will be able to visit the Design Center to make better selections. 

The Center will allow buyers to view larger examples of the products used in the construction of their new home, creating more room for personalization and customization of their living space. 

“We have been collecting feedback from our buyers, and we are excited to be responding to their requests by offering a number of fantastic new options in a conducive environment,” said Anna Bray, Design Center Specialist.