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04/05/2013
BBB tips on finding the right AC contractor
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03/06/2013
Visit centraltx.bbb.org for daily consumer protection tips and releases
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08/31/2012
Better Business Bureau gave out 677 Business Reviews over the past 12 months to consumers looking for general contractors in Bastrop. That’s nearly 10 times the number recorded the previous year, before wildfires swept through a large portion of Bastrop County.
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07/31/2012
The extreme drought Texas experienced last summer put a major strain on home and building foundations. Since last June, Better Business Bureau has given close to 14,000 BBB Business Reviews to consumers looking for foundation repair services, almost a 70 percent increase compared to the same time last year. BBB encourages consumers looking for foundation repair services to take the time to find a professional to avoid a major shift in your finances.
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06/25/2012
There’s no worse time for your air conditioner to go on the fritz than when temperatures are in the 100s. Before hiring a contractor to make repairs, Better Business Bureau advises you to carefully research contractors for a cool experience.
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05/22/2012
Better Business Bureau serving Central, Coastal, Southwest Texas and the Permian Basin warns consumers to beware of asphalt paving scams. Unscrupulous contractors may offer bargain prices if the consumer pays in advance, but often leave the job unfinished or perform subpar work.
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04/17/2012
Heavy rains and tornadoes have caused significant damage to Coastal Bend homes and businesses. The water and wind damage accompanying this week’s storms will force many consumers to seek help in repairing what was lost. Better Business Bureau urges all home and business owners to take precaution in cleaning up water damage and hiring contractors to help with the rebuilding process.
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03/29/2012
The San Antonio address listed for Mission Attic Pros is empty and mail sent there is returned; the website was taken down; and calls to the company’s listed phone number go immediately to voicemail.
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03/19/2012
A strong storm system is making its way toward Central Texas, expectedly bringing with it severe storms and heavy, flooding rainfall. The National Weather Service predicts damaging winds, hail, torrential downpours and isolated tornados are all possible.
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03/05/2012
Consumer savvy, smart shopping and common sense all had a great year, according to Better Business Bureau. Consumers asked BBB for help more than 103 million times in 2011, up from 87 million in 2010 and the highest rate in the organization’s 100-year history. Conversely, filings of formal complaints against businesses were down across the U.S. and Canada; 927,000 in 2011 compared to just over one million in 2010.
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01/25/2012
Severe weather hit Central Texas last night bringing with it several inches of rain, high winds, hail and even reports of a possible tornado. According to the National Weather Service, the hazardous weather conditions will continue throughout the morning bringing with it damaging winds and flash flooding.
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09/28/2011
The extreme heat Texas has been experiencing the past few months is taking a toll on local homes. Better Business Bureau has received more than 2,700 inquiries on foundation repair contractors since June, a 75 percent increase from this time last year.
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09/21/2011
Victims of the historic Central Texas fires spent days camped out in shelters, waiting. Now they are returning to the ashes and starting to rebuild. Better Business Bureau advises those residents to take measures to prevent unscrupulous businesses and scammers from victimizing them a second time.
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07/29/2011
As Tropical Storm Don moves toward the Texas coast, Better Business Bureau warns consumers of potential scams in the wake of storm damage.
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05/20/2011
As the temperature continues to warm up this spring, homeowners may consider hiring a service to rejuvenate lawns or take care of routine chores like lawn-mowing, landscaping and trimming in the coming months.
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