An international group of home repair scammers have targeted Illinois homeowners. Here are a few tips to protect yourself from these types of scams:
- Before hiring any contractor for a large job, make sure they have a legitimate address, and consider going there to verify the business does in fact exist.
- Watch out for high pressure, scare tactics. Take the time to get a second opinion, whether from a friend, neighbor or another contractor.
- Finally, don’t leave the contractor alone at your home- even if they’re working outside. Keep a close eye on the work being done.