Homeowners in Greece are warning others about fake garage door repair websites that use 585 phone numbers to appear local. These websites are scamming residents out of money, and the community is advised to be cautious when hiring repair services. The fake websites are using 585 phone numbers, which are associated with the Rochester area, to trick residents into thinking they are dealing with a local company.
"We were quoted a price over the phone, but when the technician arrived, the price was much higher," said a Greece homeowner.
The Greece homeowners are advising others to research the company thoroughly before hiring them and to be wary of websites that use 585 phone numbers but are not registered locally. The Greece community is known for its strong neighborhood watch programs, and this warning is a testament to the community's efforts to look out for each other. The 585 area code is associated with the Rochester area, including Greece, Irondequoit, and Pittsford.
The fake websites are targeting residents in these areas, and the community is advised to be vigilant. The Monroe County Sheriff's Office is warning residents to be cautious when hiring repair services and to report any suspicious activity. The Greece homeowners will continue to warn others about the fake websites, and the community will work together to prevent these scams.
The Monroe County Sheriff's Office will meet with the community on June 20, 2026, to discuss the issue and provide tips on how to avoid these scams.