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Q: My wife and I bought our first house last year. It needs some fixing up but the price was right
Public warned about home renovation scam in Halton Region
The Halton Police have issued a warning to residents regarding a home repair fraud that is currently operating in the region.
The police said that the fraud involves contractors who approach homeowners unsolicited and offer services such as chimney or driveway repair and interlock stonework. The contractors will provide quotes with prices lower than the market value, and upon reaching an agreement, they will request a large cash payment. Previous complaints have revealed that although initial work may commence, it is often of poor quality and left incomplete, the police warned. After the initial cost, the contractors may request additional