Home Repair Contractors

Georgia storm victims warned of home repair fraud

ATLANTA – Georgians are being warned of home repair fraud and other scams following recent storms throughout the state.

Release:

Attorney General Chris Carr is warning Georgians to be on the lookout for home repair fraud and other scams following the recent tornadoes and severe storms that moved throughout the state.

“Con artists will try to take advantage of those impacted by severe weather, and we want to remind Georgians of the important steps they can take to protect themselves from potential fraud,” said Carr. “If your home or business was damaged, we urge you to thoroughly research a contractor

… Read more
Home Repair Contractors

Berks officials say housing repair program is having an impact

A state program that provides funding to help homeowners make critical repairs to their properties is starting to have an impact in Berks County, but the process of doling out the money is proving to be a slow one.

Ken Pick, the executive director of the county redevelopment authority who is overseeing the Whole Home Repairs Program, told county commissioners at a recent operations meeting that the process can be lengthy and cumbersome.

The program offers forgivable loans for homeowners to cover repairs that range from relatively minor fixes like patching a leaky roof to major renovations like replacing drafty

… Read more
Home Repair Contractors

PACE program offers home repair option for Florida residents

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — As delays mount for residents waiting for home improvement grants from the My Safe Florida Home program, another program that offers loans to homeowners is gaining some attention.

Hardening a home against storms isn’t cheap, and one way to do it is with a state program that utilizes private money to give homeowners loans.

The PACE Funding Agency loan program allows individuals to perform home improvements like replacing their roofs and windows.

PACE stands for Property Assessed Clean Energy, a state program that utilizes private money.

State Rep. Mike Caruso, R-Delray Beach, brought it

… Read more
Home Repair Contractors

4 Home Improvement Projects That Are Tax Deductible

Whether you’re a new homeowner who’s knee-deep in a gut renovation or you’re making necessary upgrades to your forever home, you might think that every home improvement is simply a sunk cost. Don’t despair, though. Home improvements can greatly increase the value of your home in the long run (especially if you decide to sell). You can also get a much-needed tax break if your renovation projects qualify. Courtney Klosterman, home insights expert at the home insurance company Hippo, is here to walk us through the specifics.

“Despite a really rocky year for homeowners in terms of rising

… Read more
Home Repair Contractors

Beware home renovation scams in Mississauga and Brampton: Police


Mississauga and Brampton residents, particularly older adults, are being warned by police that scammers are going door-to-door trying to sell would-be victims on bogus home repair schemes.

Peel Regional Police said in a news release today that individuals posing as contractors will show up at people’s doors offering unsolicited services under the guise of representing reputable companies.

“They typically highlight problems with the homeowner’s property, proposing solutions with immediate quotes, business cards and even detailed contracts,” Peel fraud investigators note. “Initially, these fraudulent contractors may request a cash deposit to commence work. However, once

… Read more