Tennessee Valley Residents Beware of Tyler Harris and His Unlicensed Business Ventures

News Summary

Tyler Harris has resurfaced in the Tennessee Valley, launching several unlicensed businesses under different names. His past involvement with Nooga Door Company and more recent ventures like All Seasons HVAC and Plumbing and Harris Plumbing have resulted in numerous complaints from customers. Reports highlight his lack of proper business licensing and unfulfilled services, raising concerns about his ongoing operations. The BBB is closely monitoring his activities as community members remain vigilant against potential scams.

Tennessee Valley Residents Beware of Tyler Harris and His Unlicensed Business Ventures

A Troubling Pattern Emerges

It seems that the Tennessee Valley community has found itself in a bit of a pickle, as one name keeps cropping up in discussions regarding ongoing business shenanigans. That name is Tyler Harris, a figure who first came onto the radar of the Better Business Bureau (BBB) back in 2017. Initially, he was involved with a business called Nooga Door Company, which quickly became infamous for not completing work that customers had already paid for. This set off numerous complaints from frustrated customers who felt shortchanged.

The Comeback—Not in a Good Way

Fast forward to 2023, and Harris decided to make a comeback with a new business: All Seasons HVAC and Plumbing. However, instead of wiping the slate clean, he brought the same old problems with him. According to reports from the BBB, Michele Mason highlighted that Harris’s services were lacking the necessary licenses. Perhaps in an attempt to make himself look more respectable, he even went so far as to falsely claim that he had an A+ rating from the BBB and claimed to be an accredited business on his website. Unfortunately for him, appearances can be deceiving.

Fictional Addresses and Fuzzy Claims

Harris’s website also boasted of an impressive Chattanooga headquarters but without any legitimacy behind it. He spread his tentacles further, claiming to have locations in Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville. However, the BBB didn’t buy it and ended up giving All Seasons HVAC and Plumbing a striking F rating due to the glaring lack of licensing. In a move that seemed all too predictable, Harris scrapped his website and social media, rebranding himself under the name Harris Plumbing.

More Complaints Surface

Unfortunately, the story doesn’t end there. Customers began filing complaints against Harris Plumbing, revealing a troubling trend of payments being made for services that were never delivered. One victim reported a payment of $300 for a job that was never completed—a situation that undoubtedly left them feeling worse for wear. It turns out, even people who worked for Harris were left in the lurch; a former employee claimed he wasn’t compensated for the time he put in.

A New Business and More Unlicensed Claims

Despite the red flags, it seems Harris wasn’t ready to wave the white flag just yet. He launched yet another business called Harris Enterprise, which also includes a venture named Southeast Consulting Group. This time, he’s advertising himself as a licensed CPA—a role requiring significant qualifications and licensing. Yet, there have been no records found showing that he is licensed to practice in either Tennessee or Georgia. What’s more, he offers a suite of financial services, from retirement planning to tax preparation and bookkeeping, all without the legal qualifications to back them up.

The BBB’s Ongoing Watch

The BBB has begun to track Tyler Harris closely as his pattern of advertising services without obtaining the required licenses becomes increasingly apparent. The evidence suggests a troubling history of business malpractice that has spanned several years in the Tennessee Valley. This series of events leaves many residents wondering just how many more people will fall victim to Tyler Harris’s unlicensed ventures.

Community Cautions

What’s the takeaway here? If you’re considering hiring someone for HVAC, plumbing, or any sort of financial service, it might be wise to do a bit of extra homework. Always check the legitimacy of the business and whether they’re properly licensed. The Tennessee Valley deserves trusted services, and fingers crossed, this won’t be a recurring headache for the community much longer.

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• Local 3 News
• Chattanoogan
• Times Free Press
• Chattanoogan
• Wikipedia: Business License
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Business Licence