Scams

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A long queue of homeowners outside a Seattle house under renovation, illustrating significant delays and high demand for contractors.

2026 Seattle Home Remodeling: Navigating Costs, Delays, and Scams

In Seattle, homeowners now face an average 8-12 month wait just to start a major renovation, a doubling of lead times from two years ago, as demand outstrips a shrinking pool of available contractors.

Ethan Rowe·July 20, 2026

A homeowner and a professional contractor reviewing a service contract in a bright, modern kitchen, symbolizing trust and reliability.

Services

How to Find Reliable Home Service Pros: A Complete Guide

A homeowner in Cuyahoga County recently discovered a door-to-door salesperson claiming a needed repair was a scam, losing thousands on shoddy, unnecessary work.

Olivia Hart·June 9, 2026

A homeowner overwhelmed by home repair issues, highlighting the unreliability of star ratings and the need for credential verification.

Services

Future home service vetting: Don't trust stars, verify credentials.

In 2023, consumer complaints regarding shoddy home service work or outright scams surged by 25% compared to the previous year, even as homeowners spent more time than ever searching for help online.

Olivia Hart·April 24, 2026

Homeowner looking concerned at a contract from a questionable contractor, highlighting the risks of hiring home service professionals without proper vetting.

Services

How to Choose and Vet Home Service Pros in 2026

Scammers may promise home improvement work but often leave homeowners worse off, exposing the hidden dangers in hiring for home services, according to Consumer .

Olivia Hart·April 19, 2026