How they work
Someone stating they are a home repair professional knocks on your door or calls. The scammer says they can fix your leaky roof, install new windows, or pave your driveway, pressuring you to act quickly, pay with cash, or may offer financing. Often, home repair scammers contact desperate homeowners after a major natural disaster.
But what happens next? The scammer steals your money, never makes repairs, or does sub-par work, making things worse. If you sign a finance agreement for the repairs, the terms are often unfair and may require you to use your home as collateral.
