Auburn Hills, MI – Many handyman services and home repair contractors that advertise their services are reputable, but some are not. With scam artists in nearly every profession, handyman services and home repair contractor scams are very common today.
Antony Bradley owns HandyPro Handyman Services in Auburn Hills. According to Bradley, there are some common scams used by contractors that consumers need to be aware of. “Consumers deserve dependable, honest service and only the honest handyman deserves their business,” said Bradley. “Times are tough and some reliable contractors need the work. I hate to see the scammer get paid while the honest handyman starves and his potential customers get ripped off!”
When asked how a handyman or home improvement contractor finds their victims, Bradley answered, “Handyman scam artists often take advantage of the elderly or the single female homeowner. A charming young man can easily gain the trust of the older woman living alone. Maybe he will do a small home repair job to show good faith, and then offer to inspect the roof, plumbing or electrical system. Of course he will find a problem and offer a solution, but the materials will be expensive and he will need money up front. When the homeowner agrees and gives him money, he disappears without doing the job.”
The fly-by-night handyman scam is very common and with spring approaching, the weather is right for walking the neighborhood and looking for victims. “This is the handyman who goes door-to-door, gains your trust, takes your money and you never see him again,” said Bradley. “By the time you realize what has happened, he is long gone.”
The Auburn Hills Handyman Services provided some great information about avoiding the home repair scammers. “First of all, a good handyman does not go around door knocking. He advertises his business, provides quality services and earns customer referrals. Door knocking is for Girl Scouts or children participating in school fundraisers. Check with the Better Business Bureau. If he is not a member, then this could be a red flag. Check with your local state licensing authority to verify that he is a licensed contractor.”
HandyPro Handyman Services of North Oakland County serves homeowners and business owners in Auburn Hills, Clarkston, Lake Orion and neighboring communities. As a homeowner in Lathrup Village, Michigan, Antony Bradley knows how challenging it can be to find a quality handyman that can be trusted and has the customer’s best interest at heart. Honesty and integrity are the keys to servicing his clients and Antony Bradley strives to exceed customer expectations.
HandyPro Handyman Services provide superior quality and professional workmanship at an affordable price. All technicians are licensed and insured. HandyPro has a 4-1/2 out of 5 star rating with the BBB and they are a member of Service Magic. HandyPro offers a one year guarantee on all work provided. Visit http://www.handymanservicesauburnhills.com/ to learn more
Contact:
Antony Bradley
HandyPro of North Oakland County
17640 Glenwood Blvd
Lathrup Village, MI 48076
Phone: 248-796-7401
Toll Free: 800-942-6394
Email: [email protected]
This press release was submitted by Right Now Marketing Group, LLC
