Financial and Consumer Affairs is warning people about door-to-door driveway repair scams. The sales person may not be licensed and they may be using leftover material in low quality work. The scammer often offers, “On the spot” driveway repair. The work may look good at first, but it may crumble and crack as it dries. Red flags should go up if the price sounds too good to be true, if you feel pressured into buying immediately, or if they ask you to write a blank cheque.

When dealing with a door-to-door salesperson, make sure that:
” everything is documented in writing, that you agree to the expectations of the work, that a price is set and there is a time frame of when work is to be completed;
” you ask questions when you do not understand something;
” you are not pressured into buying on the spot;
” you do not write them a blank cheque;
” check to see if they have property damage and liability insurance; and
” you check if they are listed on the Better Business Bureau directory (or call 1-888-352-7601). If they are listed, read their customer reviews to make sure you are hiring someone who does work you like.

If consumers have questions about hiring a door-to-door contractor, they can find more information at http://fcaa.gov.sk.ca/consumers-investors-pension-plan-members/consumers/consumers-of-goods-and-services/tips-for-driveway-repairs, call toll free at 1-877-880-5550, or contact by email at consumerprotection@gov.sk.ca.