Don't be a victim of HOME REPAIR FRAUD!
Every year thousands of Chicagoans become victims of Home Repair con artists.
Here are some ways for you to protect yourself:
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Never do business with telemarketers or door-to-door salesmen
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Get bids from 3 contractors
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If the contract is signed outside the contractor's office you have
3 business days to cancel the contract and receive a refund
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The contract should identify who obtains the building permits
and who cleans the site
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Amend the contract with a change order if the project changes
after work begins
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Don't sign any papers, such as waivers or lien, or pay the final bill until the work is done
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Plumbers and electricians must be professionally licensed
Hire only contractors with valid home repair licenses.
To verify that a contractor is licensed, call the Department of Consumer Services at (312)774-9400, TTY: (312)744-9385 for the hearing impaired.
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CITY OF CHICAGO
Richard M. Daley, Mayor
DEPARTAMENT OF CONSUMER SERVICES
Caroline Orzac Shoenberger, Commissioner |
Click here to get more information about Home Repair Fraud.
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