WARNING! I am writing this letter to alert you all about a con-artist operating under the name Alfredo Rodriguez, DBA as Alta Vista Horta Design & Construction Inc., who also uses aliases such as Zocalo Construction, and Shift Construction. After falling victim to this criminal, it has come to our attention that he is scamming residents in our neighborhood, and I believe it is crucial for everyone to be aware and cautious. Alfredo Rodriguez presents himself as a licensed and bonded contractor, making everything appear legitimate at first glance. He came to our home to provide an estimate, negotiated on the price, and even offered what seemed like a great deal. However, we soon realized that this was all part of his scheme and his MO. Alfredo Rodriguez's modus operandi typically involves establishing trust from the outset, portraying himself as a reliable and capable contractor. He initiates the project with enthusiasm, making promises and assuring quality work. However, once he gains your trust, he requests payment for materials or upfront costs and then disappears without completing the job. This pattern of behavior is a deliberate tactic to deceive and defraud unsuspecting individuals. After approximately three weeks of work, Alfredo Rodriguez and his crew abruptly vanished, leaving the job incomplete. Despite months of persistent communication through texts and phone calls, we were met with repetitive empty promises like "My crew will be there tomorrow" or "next week," and even assurances like "You are our top priority." These false commitments were accompanied by various excuses, including claims of being on vacation or promising to return the next day. However, it became evident that these were merely tactics to delay and evade accountability. Notably, Rodriguez has a history of disappearing and leaving the country intermittently, further complicating communication and legal recourse. What makes his scam particularly insidious is the extensive effort he puts into creating an illusion of credibility. He supplied us with references that we diligently contacted, only to uncover that they were elaborate fabrications. These references falsely vouched for him, adding an extra layer of deception to his fraudulent activities. Despite our thorough attempts at due diligence, we fell victim to the scam. It serves as a stark reminder of the importance of remaining vigilant and cautious, especially when engaging with contractors. Regrettably, we are now facing the consequences of this deception, having lost over 10k. Our property is left in disarray with piles of concrete and debris, torn-out stairs, and a damaged retaining wall. We are forced to begin the search for a new contractor from scratch, compounding the financial and emotional toll of this ordeal. I urge you all to be cautious if you come across Alfredo Rodriguez (his picture is attached to this letter). Do not fall for his smooth talk or enticing deals without thoroughly verifying their credentials and references. Let's work together as a community to spread awareness and protect each other from falling victim to these fraudulent activities. We urge anyone with information or experiences regarding Alfredo Rodriguez or his companies to come forward and share. Your input could be crucial in preventing others from falling victim to his scams. Our ultimate goal is to hold this criminal accountable for his actions and ensure that justice is served. Your cooperation can make a significant difference in protecting our community from further harm. Stay vigilant and stay safe! read more

Zocalo Construction (aka Shift Construction) is nothing more than a slick con artist and thief named Alfredo Rodriguez who will steal your money and leave you with a mess. I'm sorry to admit he scammed me. Want more proof? Just look up the reviews for Shift. I only wish I would have seen them before I engaged with this can't build s* - piece of garbage. Identical scenario in my experience. Beware of this creep. He should be in jail. read more