Contractors busted in undercover operation

[Duotwk]

The funny part is that the unlicensed contractors are probably doing better jobs than the licensed ones, but the government is pissed because they aren't getting their cut from the profits.

[TheDN3A416]

The UK is full of contractors like these. They are known as "cowboys". In the UK all you need is to set yourself up as self employed and you can claim to be able to do anything that you wish. Qualifications and skills are not required. A major flaw in the system.

[ducky69918]

These states are concern about being registered, rather than the work being done properly. Contractors and consumers pay a lot of money for registration and acceptance in their respective states. Liability insurance is a must, but many customers are unscrupulous too. Its a constant battle. States seem interested in the fees than consumer's protection, or the contractor's protection. Excessive charges for licensing and regulations is just as bad a rip-off as dishonest contractors. 

[jtasgl88]

Welcome to Amerika. You need a LISCENSE to fix a pipe.

[LoveTeeC]

Even in a tough economy there are better ways to make money than to rip people off or potentially put them in danger. Licensed, insured contractors are trained to comply with code laws that a DIY'er may or may not think to adhere to. This means that someone just trying to make a buck through contracting may install a bad wiring job that burns down a home, or put in tile that ends up popping up in 6 months. That doesn't do anyone but the contractor any good. Get a license like everyone else.

[fayettadog]

real criminals here, guys trying to work.. go catch a crack head you dips.