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Three Signs of a Shady Contractor

Posted on October 6, 2009
Filed Under Home Improvement |

You want the best possible deal on your home improvement project, but you don?t want to fall victim to a con artist in an effort to save a few bucks. The great majority of contractors are fine, hardworking people who are completely on the up and up. There are enough bad apples out there, however, to keep your guard up.

That means learning some of the warning signs that you may be on the verge of shaking hands with a bad guy. Here are three signs of a shady contractor for which you should be on the lookout.

First, stay away from anyone who demands up-front payment in full. Legitimate contractors don?t need all of your money from the get-go. Those who do are generally in the business of taking the money right before they start running.

Second, beware of any contractor who offers an extremely long guarantee for work or materials. That might sound too good to be true for a reason. It is. Lowlife contractors make outrageous promises in hopes of securing ?business?.

Finally, avoid those who pressure you to make an ?on the spot? decision. They thrive on getting people to act impulsively because smart home owners who perform due diligence won?t work with them.

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