Northwest Iowa — Northwest Iowans may be getting more door knocks and phone calls in the coming days from businesses and individuals offering to help out with lawn care, tree trimming and clean-up work.
While many of these solicitations may be legitimate, Bess Ellenson with the Better Business Bureau says there are plenty of scammers out there looking to take advantage of you in the spring season.
Ellenson says one test of a company’s legitimacy is finding out if they’re insured — as required by the state. If they’re not, the business could be shady and you could end up paying, one way or the other.
She recommends getting multiple quotes for any job you want done and always bring the company out to your property in person to get the most accurate estimates. Another way to be sure is to hire reputable local companies to do the work around your yard or home.
