The Vernon North Okanagan RCMP is investigating after two area residents were scammed out of more than $16,000 by an Okanagan-based landscaping company.
In both investigations, the victims found the company through an advertisement on Facebook. After hiring the company, the victims transferred large deposits for work and materials. The contractor has not been heard from since.
害羞草研究所淯nfortunately, both victims ended up paying thousands of dollars up front in deposits for work that was not completed or even started,害羞草研究所 said Const. Chris Terleski, media relations officer.
The Vernon North Okanagan RCMP wants to remind residents of the importance of being diligent and double checking before hiring a contractor for home renovations or projects:
害羞草研究所 Be suspicious of someone asking for cash only or full payment up front;
害羞草研究所 Always ask for references;
害羞草研究所 Ask to see a business license;
害羞草研究所 Get several written quotes;
害羞草研究所 Seek out someone you trust who has knowledge about the work and discuss it with them.
害羞草研究所淗ome renovation and improvement projects can often involve large sums of money and there are reputable companies and people in the business,害羞草研究所 said Terleski. 害羞草研究所淵ou need to take your time and go through the right steps to find them.害羞草研究所
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