By Jonah Brodtman, CAP Intern Next time you’re sitting by the fire, enjoying your favorite seasonal beverage, why not take a moment to start thinking ahead about that roof repair, bathroom renovation, or other home improvement project that you’ve been delaying? It might seem counterintuitive or maybe it’s just not on your mind while there… Continue reading National Consumer Protection Week Feature: Winter is a great time to start thinking about your next home improvement project
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Considerations when pursuing energy projects for your home
By Gabriel Taylor-Marsh, Home Improvement Specialist Looking for a better way to heat and cool your home? Thinking about efficiency measures? Looking to invest in solar panels? Will a heat pump water heater system save dollars and cents? These are all great questions to be asking. Before you make investments or buy or lease a… Continue reading Considerations when pursuing energy projects for your home
Home Repair Basics: Introducing CAP’s Home Improvement Specialist
Use the Home Repair How-To Checklist to find and hire a residential contractor and get started on your home improvement project.
AG DONOVAN ANNOUNCES TOP 10 CONSUMER COMPLAINTS OF 2021
In 2021, CAP received 1,173 complaints and recovered more than $240,000 for Vermont consumers. Claiming the list’s top spots are complaints involving vehicles, retail, and home improvement, respectively – representing approximately 44 percent of all complaints filed.
Home Improvement Fraud Has No Boundaries
There exist many risks when considering who is acceptable to hire to complete the desired home improvement. Home improvement fraud (HIF) exists within the contractor profession. In HIF, contractors promise to improve your home, but leave projects incomplete. Before hiring a contractor for a home improvement project, do your research. Review tips for avoiding home improvement fraud. If you have a problem with a home improvement project or want to research a contractor before hiring them, contact CAP for assistance by visiting ago.vermont.gov/cap or by calling 1-800-649-2424.