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Better Roofing & Contracting, LLC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Better Roofing & Contracting, LLC has a relatively clean safety record: 2 violations across 10 inspections. See the full breakdown below.

Lower half by penalty50% serious
$4,292
OSHA penalties
2
Violations cited
10
OSHA inspections
$0
Back wages owed

Better Roofing & Contracting, LLC in Bismarck, ND has been the subject of 10 OSHA workplace inspections and 2 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $4,292. Separately, the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found $0 in back wages owed to an undisclosed number of workers. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Better Roofing & Contracting, LLC 10 times over 10 years, roughly annually. These inspections resulted in just 2 violations, averaging 0.2 per inspection - fewer than typical. Its total OSHA penalty ranks in the lower half of penalized employers nationally. Of these, 1 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Construction industry average of 2 inspections per employer, this runs well above peers (5.0x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $0 in back wages owed to an undisclosed number of workers. For comparison, Blueridge Commercial Drywall in Martinsburg, WV is another construction employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

0.2
violations per inspection
50.0%
of violations were serious
40%
of penalized employers rank lower
$0
in back wages recovered

How this employer compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Construction per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Better Roofing & Contracting, LLC runs moderately below peers (0.6x the sector average) in total OSHA penalties.

Source U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA enforcement extracts As of 2026

Where this penalty ranks nationally

Total current OSHA penalty vs every U.S. employer with a nonzero penalty

$4,292 Top 40% most affordable more affordable than 60% of 100,495 U.S. employers with a penalty

$0–$5,000: 44,435 U.S. employers with a penalty (44%). This entry sits in this band. $5,000–$10,000: 20,628 U.S. employers with a penalty (21%). Above this entry. $10,000–$15,000: 11,165 U.S. employers with a penalty (11%). Above this entry. $15,000–$20,000: 6,629 U.S. employers with a penalty (7%). Above this entry. $20,000–$25,000: 4,205 U.S. employers with a penalty (4%). Above this entry. $25,000–$30,000: 2,885 U.S. employers with a penalty (3%). Above this entry. $30,000–$35,000: 2,052 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Above this entry. $35,000–$40,000: 1,483 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $40,000–$45,000: 1,120 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $45,000–$50,000: 792 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $50,000–$55,000: 5,101 U.S. employers with a penalty (5%). Above this entry. This employer $0 $55,000 every penalized U.S. employer, bucketed by value

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Source U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA enforcement extracts · 2026

What the Data Says About Better Roofing & Contracting, LLC

The federal enforcement record for Better Roofing & Contracting, LLC in Bismarck, ND includes 10 OSHA inspections and 2 violations, translating to 0.20 violations per inspection. Of those violations, 1 (50.0%) were classified as serious, 0 (0.0%) as willful, and 0 (0.0%) as repeat. Serious violations denote hazards likely to cause death or serious physical harm; willful and repeat categories indicate intentional disregard or recurrence of previously cited hazards.

OSHA assessed $4,292 in initial penalties against this employer, later adjusted to a current total of $4,292 - no reduction from the original assessment. Average penalty per inspection works out to $429. Against the Construction industry average of $6,751 per employer, this record runs moderately below peers (0.6x the sector average). The Wage and Hour Division added 1 case producing $0 in back wages owed to an undisclosed number of workers.

Inspection activity spans from 2016-08-29 to 2026-05-07, a window of roughly 10 years.

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

10

First Inspection

2016-08-29

Last Inspection

2026-05-07

Inspection Span

10 yrs

Violations / Inspection

0.2

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$429

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,361

What this shows 10 inspections over 10 years, averaging 0.2 violations per visit. That's $429 per inspection vs. the Construction average of $3,361.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

1

Serious

50.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

1

Other-Than-Serious

50.0% of total

What this shows Serious violations involve hazards that could cause death or serious physical harm. Willful violations indicate intentional or knowing disregard of the law. Repeat violations are for hazards previously cited within the past 5 years.

Enforcement detail

Penalty Analysis

Initial Penalty Assessed

$4,292

Current Penalty Amount

$4,292

Penalty Reduction

None

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$4,292

What this shows No reduction on record. The current penalty matches the original OSHA assessment.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$0
Employees Affected
0
WHD Violations
2

Industry Safety Context: Construction

How Better Roofing & Contracting, LLC compares to the Construction sector, which has 61,413 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Better Roofing & Contracting, LLC Industry Avg
Inspections 10 2.0
Violations 2 3.3
Total Penalty $4,292 $6,751
Avg Penalty per Inspection $429 $3,361
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Better Roofing & Contracting, LLC safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Better Roofing & Contracting, LLC's workplace safety record is relatively clean, with fewer violations than typical. The employer has 2 violations across 10 inspections, including 1 serious violations. Compared to Construction industry peers, this is below average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Better Roofing & Contracting, LLC have? ▼
Better Roofing & Contracting, LLC has 2 OSHA violations on record, including 1 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $4,292.
How many OSHA inspections has Better Roofing & Contracting, LLC had? ▼
Better Roofing & Contracting, LLC has had 10 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2016-08-29 and the most recent on 2026-05-07. This averages 0.2 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Better Roofing & Contracting, LLC? ▼
Better Roofing & Contracting, LLC has been assessed $4,292 in current OSHA penalties. Additionally, $0 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does Better Roofing & Contracting, LLC have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Better Roofing & Contracting, LLC has 1 serious violations. Serious violations involve hazards likely to cause death or serious physical harm. Willful violations indicate the employer intentionally or knowingly disregarded the law.
Has Better Roofing & Contracting, LLC been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against Better Roofing & Contracting, LLC, resulting in $0 in back wages owed to an undisclosed number of workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Better Roofing & Contracting, LLC operate in? ▼
Better Roofing & Contracting, LLC operates in the Construction sector (NAICS code 238160). This industry has 61,413 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 123,350 total OSHA inspections and $414.57M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if Better Roofing & Contracting, LLC owes me wages? ▼
If you believe Better Roofing & Contracting, LLC owes you wages, you can file a complaint with the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division at dol.gov/agencies/whd/contact/complaints or by calling 1-866-487-9243. WHD investigates violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act including unpaid minimum wage, overtime, and unauthorized deductions. The DOL has previously found $0 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
How does Better Roofing & Contracting, LLC's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Better Roofing & Contracting, LLC's total OSHA penalty of $4,292 is below the Construction industry average of $6,751 per employer. The employer has 10 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.0 per employer. For a direct comparison, Blueridge Commercial Drywall in Martinsburg, WV is a similar construction employer with $0 in current penalties.

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Data Sources & Methodology ▼

Data as of 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Labor (OSHA, WHD).

Source: OSHA Enforcement Data

Inspection and violation records from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), U.S. Department of Labor, covering the period 2010–2026. Includes inspection dates, violation types (serious, willful, repeat, other-than-serious), and penalty amounts. Penalties shown are current assessed amounts and may differ from original citations due to settlement, contest, or reduction.

Source: Wage and Hour Division (WHD)

Compliance actions from the WHD, covering enforcement of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), including minimum wage, overtime, and child labor violations. Back wages represent amounts owed to affected employees as determined by WHD investigations.

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