Hiring the Contractor and Avoiding False Prophets

The Interview Here are some questions to ask. How long have you been in business? Look for a well-established company and check it out with consumer protection officials. They can tell you if there are unresolved consumer complaints on file. One caveat: A zero complaints record against a particular contractor may be that problems exist, but have not yet been reported, or that the contractor is doing business under several different names or perhaps very little business is done. Why you need references.

Tips to Avoid Being Scammed

from the CLSB web site

• Watch out for door-to-door solicitations—especially when they want to start
• work immediately;
• Be aware that your contractor must notify you of your right to cancel within three days of signing a contract;
• Check for a current license at the clsb web site
• Be a good neighbor and report any suspicious home improvement activity if your neighbor is elderly or otherwise vulnerable; and Get free information from the CSLB:

“10 Tips for Making Sure Your Contractor Measures Up.”

If you or a neighbor have hired or been solicited by someone fitting the description of these traveling criminals, please contact the Contractors State License Board in Southern California at (562) 466-6017 or in Northern California at (916) 255-2924.

Thanks for Reading

Howard

www.yourpropertypath.com