Home Improvement Fraud – Chimney Scams
One of the most common homeowner frauds is the chimney scam. When you call a chimney sweep to clean and inspect your chimney they may tell you that you need a new liner, or there are cracks and the whole chimney needs to be replaced. In most cases these people don’t even clean the chimney. Look for a certified chimney sweep in your area; they may also point out items about your chimney, but they will document it to show you the problem and make proposals about repairs. If your sweeper tells you that you need a large-scale chimney repair, get another opinion before you agree to the offer.