RENO, Nev. (KOLO) – A man accused of being an unlicensed contractor in the state of Nevada has been arrested by Nevada Highway Patrol.
James Drumstas, owner of Mountain Woodworks LLC, was arrested on two warrants issued for misdemeanor charges related to contracting related to contracting without a license and felony charges for obtaining money under false pretenses.
“The Nevada State Contractors Board appreciates the quick action taken by local and state law enforcement officials to apprehend Drumstas at his place of business,” expressed Executive Officer David Behar. “Individuals like Mr. Drumstas are the reason we continue to caution consumers against working with unlicensed contractors. He has taken more than $170,000 from local homeowners without upholding the terms of the contracts agreed to, leaving consumers financially harmed and with few options for recourse.”
The Nevada State Contractors Board says they have opened six investigations into allegations of workmanship and project abatement as well as taking money under false pretenses. The Contractors Board says Drumstas contracted for a variety of carpentry related work, and took large deposits without completing the projects.
“We know financial constraints can lead consumers to selecting a contractor that best aligns with their budgetary needs,” states Director of Investigations Terry Wike. “However, we urge consumers to be vigilant in their efforts to hire only licensed contractors as it is the only path to ensure you receive access to the full investigative and recourse options of the Board when your complaints are validated.”
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