As another summer comes to a close, be sure you don't open the door to a common fall scam. Jay Elliott with the Better Business Bureau's Tip-Off to the Rip-Off® on WBBM Newsradio has the details.
The start of autumn kicks off another round of seasonal home improvement projects like furnace checkups, leaf removal, chimney sweeps and gutter repairs.
It's a busy time and big business, so be suspicious of anyone who reaches out to you unsolicited.
When scammers knock on doors, they often use high-pressure sales tactics, promising deep discounts if you act fast and put down money today for work they'll do later.
In the end, you’ll never hear from them again and your money will be gone.
So, before you hire anyone, always remember to check the three Rs: ratings, reviews and references.
With this week's Tip-Off to the Rip-Off, I'm Jay Elliott with the Better Business Bureau. For more information, go to BBB.org/ChicagoBuzz or WBBMNewsradio.com.
