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How to avoid summer home improvement scams

Posted at 9:07 AM, Jun 28, 2019
and last updated 2019-06-28 13:51:53-04

A popular scam during the summer revolves around home improvement.

Here are some tips on how you can avoid being scammed.

1. Do not pay for complete services in cash or upfront. Down payments may be required.
2. Make sure you check out their credentials. If they refuse, do not hire them.
3. Ask for references.

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