Before accepting a great offer, check the company's BBB record—quick, free, and could save you from scams and poor service.

Better Business Bureau accreditation sure sounds fancy and official, but what exactly does it mean? And is it a bad thing if ...

Before hiring a roofing company, research their reputation, read reviews, and check for complaints on BBB.org. Roofing scams tend to pop up after big storms. BBB Scam Tracker often receives ...

Note: BBB Accredited Businesses promise to adhere to BBB's Standards for Trust, so look for the BBB Accredited Business Seal when hiring a roofer. It's the Sign of a Better Business.

Spring has sprung, and with it comes gardening, yardwork and other outdoor maintenance. If you're looking for a lawn care company to handle yours, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) has some advice.

A consumer reported to BBB in 2019 that “[…] the last herbicide had been applied when the weather was too hot (85 degrees or above) and that it burned the grass.” Discuss payment and warranties.

BBB Scam Alert: Be careful if offered a “free roof inspection” - look for the BBB Seal. Roofing scams tend to pop up after big storms. BBB Scam Tracker often receives reports of shady “free ...

The business also says they even offered to seal the driveway -- and only charge for materials, not labor -- to make the Hulseys happy. But the couple is not. Angel Hulsey says she “angry.” ...

There are also some things the BBB says consumers should avoid: Be wary of door-to-door solicitors, the so-called storm chasers. Check vehicles for a business name and a local license plate.

BBB Scam Tracker has received reports from consumers receiving fraudulent charges on their financial accounts after facing “card declined” messages when shopping online.

The BBB says that closing a business doesn’t relieve owners of that responsibility. In a worst-case scenario, a consumer may take the company to court, although it might be expensive and time ...

BBB provides the following tips to avoid money-flipping scams: Use good judgment. Get-rich-quick schemes and investments guaranteed to give you a huge return are nearly always scams.