42 Contractor Unlicensed Contractors Busted in Nassau County

At the end of a 5 week investigation into unlicensed contractors performing home improvement work in the Nassau County, New York, 42 contractors were exposed with 4 facing felony charges for taking money and not performing the work. Evidently, a sting house was set up for 2 weeks with ads taken out to bring contractors in. Most of the contractors were charged because of agreeing to perform work on the home without the proper credentials. DA Kathleen Rice said in an interview:
 
"When you hire an unlicensed contractor, you're rolling the dice. Our homes are our most valuable financial asset and it is essential we entrust them to licensed, experienced professionals. Don't let your American Dream become a nightmare."
 
This is a lot like the "To Catch a Predator" series on NBC. It's really a testament to how a few bad apples can spoil a bunch. You can read more about the crimes committed by the 4 with felonies, as well as a list of all those involved here.