- Researching contractors on Google and social media before you sign a contract is crucial.
- Asking certain questions during interviews can help spot problematic contractors.
- Experts say you should avoid paying more than 30% of the total project cost up front.
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With the home-improvement industry booming and homeowners increasingly opting to hire professionals for remodels, some experts are urging customers to be wary of potential scams.
“There are rough characters in the industry,” Ross Smith, a salesman at RL Rider Remodeling, said. “You can be out of money in a hurry.”
Smith highlighted some warning signs that could indicate a scammer or unscrupulous contractor:
- The contractor asks for a large deposit for a…
