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Here are three tips from the organization:
• shop around for estimates before hiring anyone, get referrals, and don't settle for the first contractor you meet;
• never pay the full amount up front; most reputable contractors will require a deposit but they don't require the final balance until the job is done;
• be wary of contractors who solicit you by phone, email, online or in person. If you feel you're being targeted by a scam, you can report it to Henrico Police at (804) 501-5000.
For help from AARP, call 1-877-908-3360 or visit the AARP Fraud Watch Network online.
