Home Repair Scams: Don’t Let A Knock At The Door Become A Costly Mistake

A stranger knocks on your door with an alarming message: your roof needs immediate repairs. Fortunately, he says, his crew is working nearby and can offer a discount—if you agree today.

For a homeowner worried about protecting a house and stretching retirement dollars, that offer may sound helpful. But a rushed decision can lead to lost money, unfinished work, or repairs that create even bigger problems.

Home repair scammers may offer roofing, driveway paving, painting,…