Protect Yourself Against Fraud – Be Vermont Smart Not Everyone Really Wants to Help FOLLOW THESE STEPS BEFORE YOU HIRE SOMEONE TO CLEAR OR REPAIR YOUR HOME OR PROPERTY
– Hire someone you know. Ask friends, family and neighbors for names and phone numbers of people they would hire to work for them.
– Get a written estimate and read the fine print.
– Ask if they have insurance and see a certificate.
– Ask for a contract.
– Pay by check.
If you think, feel or suspect you’re being taken advantage of call the Consumer Assistance Program: 800-649-2424 or call Vermont 2-1-1 (simply dial 2-1-1), a program of the United Ways of Vermont. Vermont Department of Disabilities, Aging & Independent Living Full Flyer