When the Teachman family of Tuttle, Oklahoma, assisted the sheriff’s office in luring a contractor suspected of a fraud scheme to their home, they earned more than gratitude. Oz Saferooms Tech, a local safe‑room installer, responded by providing a brand‑new safe room—valued at over $10,000—at no cost.
Background of the scam
In August, the family reported that a contractor had taken thousands of dollars for a promised storm shelter but left them with a pile of dirt and no protection. Video evidence later showed homeowner Dylan Teachman working with law enforcement to bring the contractor back to the house, where the suspect was arrested.
Oz Saferooms steps in
“When we saw that story, our hearts broke,” said Andrew Zagorski, owner of Oz Saferooms Tech. “His heart was in the right place. He thought he was getting something to protect his family.” To make things right, the company installed a safe room in the Teachman’s backyard, covering all costs.
Teachman expressed relief, noting, “We’re going to get all the essentials put in there long before storm season rolls around,” and added, “I’m super happy we’re going to have the best coverage.” He also mentioned that Oz Saferooms had previously worked for his relatives, and he has since invested in the company.
Advice for homeowners
Zagorski cautioned other residents to be diligent when hiring contractors. “If someone is looking for something done, you have to be careful. Do your homework before you sign a contract. Look into who you are dealing with,” he said.
The case against the contractor continues in the courts, but the safe‑room donation highlights how local businesses can support families and reinforce community resilience in the face of fraud and natural‑disaster threats.
Original reporting: Oklahoma City News Feed (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
