Woman Lost $12K to Unreliable Contractor

0:00In Tampa Bay today, March 4th, a Largo Florida woman named Adria Bernstein is out nearly $12,000 after hiring a contractor for Hurricane Damaged Windows indoors. That were never installed. Her home took hits from Hurricane Helene and Milton in 2024, so she turned to the My Safe Florida home program for help. Approved last year, she picked Mr. Window from their vendor list and signed on for a $22,000 dollar job. She put down the deposit in September and even took out a loan to cover the rest, expecting installation in just a few weeks. But months passed with constant delays and no sign the materials were even ordered. The program has strict timelines for reimbursements, so these holdups now threaten her financial aid. Bernstein grew frustrated as the company pushed back dates and stopped responding, while her attorney accused them of empty promises and threats to. Leanne her property. Mr. Window claimed they tried scheduling multiple times and were still within the 12-week estimate from her September contract.

1:01They said they were open to finishing or canceling, but blamed her for going silent. Investigators found red flags with the company. The better business bureau suspended their accreditation due to complaint patterns and lists them as possibly out of business. Their Palmetto location had a lot gate and a notice for over $27,000 in unpaid rent. Girls and emails to executives went unanswered. Now Bernstein is pursuing legal action, shocked they drew funds from her loan, without delivering anything. She urges others to ask tough questions if things feel off and double-check contractors thoroughly. Quick thanks to today's sponsor, see the description for more. Do not just listen to podcasts, get lost in them comfortably.