Is Signal IQ Legit? Here's What We Do and Why We Texted You

If you're reading this, you probably got a text from us about your roof. Maybe it said something about storm damage in your area, or that your roof might be due for an inspection. And your first thought was: "Is this legit, or is someone trying to scam me?"

Fair question. You should be skeptical of unexpected texts about your home. Let's answer it directly — no corporate speak, no dodging.

Who is Signal IQ?

Signal IQ is a United States-based company founded in 2026. We help homeowners connect with qualified local roofing contractors. That's it. We're not a roofing company. We don't sell roofs. We don't install anything. We don't show up at your door.

What we do is use publicly available county assessor records combined with NOAA weather data to identify homes that may be candidates for a roof inspection. We cross-reference the age of your roof, the storm history in your zip code, and whether you're the homeowner on file. If the data suggests your roof may need attention, we send a text to let you know a local contractor can take a look — at no cost to you.

Think of us as a matchmaker between homeowners who might have roof damage they don't know about and licensed local contractors who can help. Many homeowners have storm damage on their roof for months or even years without realizing it, because you can't see most damage from the ground. By the time you notice a leak inside your house, the underlying damage is often far worse — and far more expensive to fix. We'd rather you find out now than after water is dripping through your ceiling. You can learn more about how to spot signs of hail damage on your roof.

How did you get my information?

We use the same public records that insurance companies, real estate agents, title companies, and mortgage lenders access every day. County assessor data is public information — it includes property details like the year your home was built, its assessed value, square footage, and ownership status. This data is maintained by your local county government and is available to anyone.

We combine that with skip-tracing services to find contact information for owner-occupied properties. Skip tracing is the same method used by real estate professionals, insurance adjusters, process servers, and debt collectors. It aggregates publicly available data from property records, utility connections, voter registrations, and other lawful sources to associate a phone number with a property owner.

We don't buy phone number lists from shady data brokers. We don't scrape social media. We don't harvest your number from some website you signed up for five years ago. Your information comes from the same public databases that any licensed professional can access. The difference is that we use that data to potentially help you, not to sell you something you don't need.

How does Signal IQ make money?

This is the question most people really want answered, because it gets at the motive. Here's the straight answer: contractors pay us. Homeowners never do.

Signal IQ operates on a B2B (business-to-business) model. Roofing contractors in your area pay us a fee for each homeowner we connect them with who is interested in a free roof inspection. The contractor then earns your business (or doesn't) based on the quality of their work and the value they provide.

You will never receive a bill from Signal IQ. Not for the text. Not for the inspection. Not for anything. The roof inspection itself is provided free by the contractor as a way to demonstrate their expertise and earn your trust. If your roof needs work, they'll provide a written estimate. If it doesn't, a good contractor will tell you that too — because their reputation matters more than one sale.

This model works because it aligns everyone's interests. You get a free inspection and honest information about your roof. The contractor gets connected with a homeowner who actually needs their services. And we get paid for making that connection. Nobody profits from misleading you.

We're not a scam — here's the proof

We understand the skepticism. Unexpected texts about your home can feel intrusive, especially when scams are everywhere. Here's what makes us different from the spam you're used to ignoring:

• We only contact owner-occupied properties — not renters, not investors, not vacant lots. If you own the home and live in it, that's who we're looking for. Scammers blast everyone. We're selective.
• One contractor, not five — We connect you with one local contractor, not five companies fighting for your business. Your phone won't ring off the hook. You won't get bombarded by competing salespeople for weeks. One company calls you. That's it.
• The inspection is genuinely free — The contractor earns your business by providing value first — a written report on your roof's condition — not by pressuring you into a sale. Read more about what to expect from a free roof inspection.
• We're highly selective about who we contact — Out of hundreds of thousands of properties in a county, we typically reach out to around 5,000 — the homes most likely to actually need attention based on roof age and storm exposure. If we texted you, the data flagged your property for a reason.
• We tell you who we are upfront — Our texts identify us by name. We have a real website. We have a real email address. We publish content explaining exactly how we operate. Scammers hide. We don't.
• You can opt out instantly — Reply STOP and you're removed immediately. No hoops. No "call this number to unsubscribe." One word and it's done.

What red flags should you watch for?

We want you to be informed, even if it means you decide not to work with us. There are real roofing scams out there, and you should know how to spot them. Here are the warning signs of an actual roofing scam:

• Someone shows up at your door uninvited — especially right after a storm. Legitimate contractors have enough business that they don't need to go door-to-door in your neighborhood. Signal IQ will never send someone to your door. You initiate the process by replying to our text.
• They pressure you to sign something immediately — "This deal is only good today" or "Your insurance won't cover it if you wait." Any contractor who won't give you time to think is not someone you want on your roof.
• They ask for full payment upfront — Legitimate contractors may ask for a deposit, but never the full amount before work begins. If someone wants thousands of dollars before a single shingle is touched, walk away.
• They offer to waive your insurance deductible — This is actually insurance fraud. It's illegal. Any contractor who offers this is breaking the law and putting you at risk.
• They can't provide a license number or proof of insurance — Every legitimate roofing contractor has a state or local license and carries liability insurance and workers' compensation. If they can't show you proof, they're not legitimate.
• They have no physical address or online presence — Search their company name. Look for reviews. Check the Better Business Bureau. If they're invisible online, that's a major red flag.

The contractors we partner with are licensed, insured, and established in your local market. We vet them because our reputation depends on your experience. If a contractor we connect you with ever behaves unprofessionally, we want to know about it.

What real homeowners experience

Here's exactly what happens when you engage with Signal IQ, step by step, so there are no surprises:

1. You receive a text from us. It mentions your property, your area's recent weather, and offers a free roof inspection. The text identifies Signal IQ by name.
2. You reply YES (or ask a question). If you're interested, you reply. If you're not, you can ignore it or reply STOP. No pressure either way.
3. A local contractor calls you. Within a short time, a licensed roofing contractor in your area will call to introduce themselves and schedule an inspection at a time that works for you. This is a real person from a real local company — not a call center.
4. The inspection happens on your schedule. The contractor comes to your home at the agreed time. They inspect your roof — usually from a ladder or by walking the roof — and document what they find with photos.
5. You get a written report. After the inspection, you receive a report detailing your roof's condition. If there's damage, the report will explain what it is, where it is, and what your options are — including whether it might be covered by your homeowner's insurance.
6. You decide what to do next. There is no obligation to hire the contractor. There is no obligation to file an insurance claim. The report is yours. Use it however you see fit — get a second opinion, file it away, or move forward with repairs. The choice is entirely yours.

That's it. No hidden steps. No "gotcha" moment. No surprise bills. The entire process is designed so that you're in control from start to finish. Read more about what a free roof inspection actually involves.

TCPA compliance and your messaging rights

Signal IQ takes messaging regulations seriously. Our text messaging practices comply with the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), which is the federal law that governs how businesses can contact consumers by phone and text. Here's what that means for you:

• Our messages are sent through registered 10DLC (10-Digit Long Code) phone numbers that are verified with mobile carriers. This is the industry standard for legitimate business messaging — it's the same system your bank, pharmacy, and doctor's office use to send you texts.
• Every message we send includes clear identification of who we are and instructions on how to opt out.
• We honor all opt-out requests immediately and permanently. When you reply STOP, your number is added to our suppression list and you will never hear from us again.
• We do not send messages outside of reasonable hours. You won't get a text from us at 6 AM or 11 PM.
• We maintain complete records of our messaging activity, as required by law.

If you ever feel that a message you received from us was sent in error or in violation of your rights, contact us at [email protected] and we'll address it promptly.

What happens next?

If you got a text from us and you're interested, the simplest thing you can do is reply YES. We'll connect you with one licensed roofing contractor in your area who will schedule a free inspection at your convenience. They'll assess your roof's condition, document everything with photos, and provide a written report — no obligation, no pressure.

If your roof is in good shape, they'll tell you that. A good contractor values their reputation more than any single job. And you'll have peace of mind knowing your roof is solid — which is worth something, especially heading into storm season.

If you're not sure yet, that's fine too. You can read more about why we reached out to your property specifically or learn about the signs of hail damage that most homeowners miss.

How to opt out

If you don't want to hear from us, simply reply STOP to any text message. You'll be removed from our list immediately — no follow-up, no "are you sure?" messages, no delay. It's instant and permanent.

You can also reach us at [email protected] with any questions, concerns, or feedback. We read every email.