LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — The Nevada State Contractors Board is warning southern Nevada residents after the homeowners of a patio contracting firm have been launched from jail to await hearings later within the month.
Ryan Bradley Vozzola and Amy Rusch beforehand surrendered to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Division on felony costs, which stem from 40 shopper complaints filed with the Nevada State Contractors Board (NSCB).
The complaints allege undertaking abandonment and fraud after contracts have been signed with Vozzola and Rusch’s firm, Patio Covers 4 Much less, for patio cowl and awning set up initiatives.
Based on a launch, greater than $137,000 was obtained from Patio Covers 4 Much less within the type of down funds with no work carried out on any of the initiatives.
The NSCB revoked the corporate’s contractor’s license in March 2025 and began working with the Nevada Legal professional Basic’s Workplace to pursue legal prosecution.
Arrest warrants have been issued for Vozzola and Rusch for felony costs of fraud/deceit in the middle of an enterprise and theft.
They surrendered themselves and have been launched to await hearings later this month.
Now, the NSCB is cautioning southern Nevada residents who’re searching for patio and awning work to keep away from “interacting with anyone affiliated with Patio Covers 4 Less.”
“While we applaud the progress being made to bring Patio Covers 4 Less owners to justice, their release back into the community means consumers are vulnerable once again to their predatory and fraudulent practices,” NSCB Government Officer David Behar mentioned.
“It is imperative for homeowners to verify the license of any contractor they bring to their home and to report any suspicious or concerning activities during such interactions. This contractor demonstrated its character with aggressive and threatening language and pressured tactics. Consumers can learn how to protect themselves using the Board’s resources and hiring tips.”
Lots of the householders affected by the corporate filed claims with the Residential Restoration Fund for monetary recourse primarily based on damages validated by the NSCB. Funds awarded might not exceed $40,000 per declare, the discharge said.
To confirm a contractor’s license, customers ought to go to the NSCB web site, obtain the NSCB app, or name the NSCB workplace.
“It is important consumers look at the status of a license to ensure it is in an ‘active’ or good standing, review any disciplinary actions taken, as well as verifying the contact information and license classification details mirror what was provided on any contract or documentation provided by the contractor,” the discharge said.
The NSCB warns customers to search for the the next red-flag warnings:
No contractor’s license quantity and/or contractor info doesn’t match the NSCB’s web site.
Aggressive gross sales ways and pushy ‘today-only’ pricing.
Calls for for giant down funds or cash-only funds.
Failure to place the phrases of a undertaking in writing.
