Roofing Firm Investigation Sent to District Attorney

Mobile prosecutors will review over 100 criminal cases involving local business owners.

Updated on Sept. 30, 2026 in Financial Crime

Roofing Firm Investigation Sent to District Attorney

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The Mobile Police Department has transferred its investigation into All Weather Roofing & Construction and Window Depot USA to the Mobile County District Attorney's Office. Prosecutors are now tasked with determining if business owners Ward and Theresa Fendley will face formal criminal charges.

Why it matters

The transfer of these cases follows numerous reports from customers who paid for home services that were never completed. Authorities must now decide if the actions taken by the companies rise to the level of criminal prosecution.

The investigation encompasses more than 100 separate criminal cases against the firms. No criminal charges have been filed against the owners at this time.

The players

Ward and Theresa Fendley

They are the business owners of the roofing and window companies currently under investigation.

Mobile Police Department

The local agency conducted the investigation into the more than 100 criminal cases against the businesses.

Mobile County District Attorney's Office

This office is the primary authority responsible for determining whether to pursue criminal charges in the case.

Alabama Home Builder licensure board

This state-level board is responsible for regulating construction professionals and recently revoked the firms' licenses.

The details

In addition to the police investigation, the Mobile City Council has revoked the business license of All Weather Roofing & Construction, while the Alabama Home Builder licensure board revoked licenses for both entities. Meanwhile, Window Depot USA of the Gulf Coast filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy on September 1, 2026, reporting $1,327,215.94 in total liabilities and $0 in assets.

Late May 2026: Questionable business practices were first reported by local media.
July 2026: Public Safety officials confirmed that over 100 cases were under investigation.
September 1, 2026: Bankruptcy documentation was filed in federal court.
September 30, 2026: The case investigative file was officially handed to the District Attorney.

Legal Context

The filing of Chapter 7 bankruptcy provides a mechanism for companies to address overwhelming liabilities while business operations remain under intense local scrutiny. This trajectory aligns with recent trends where construction-related firms facing mass customer complaints navigate both civil insolvency and criminal review.

Residents who believe they were impacted by these business practices should monitor the District Attorney's office for updates regarding potential victim restitution. The investigation reflects an effort by local authorities to address widespread complaints of services paid for but never received.

The takeaway

When businesses face multiple license revocations and insolvency, consumers often find themselves in complex legal situations regarding recovery of funds. Seeking guidance from local legal aid or consumer protection agencies is a prudent step for those affected by these business failures.