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04/05/2013

Don’t sweat it! Get your air conditioning unit checked before the summer heat hits

BBB tips on finding the right AC contractor

04/03/2013

Keep your child and yourself a happy camper this summer

BBB tips on making a wise choice for your child’s summer camp activities

07/11/2012

Don’t Leave Your Pet in the Wrong Hands This Summer

As families gear up for their summer vacation, Better Business Bureau has advice for pet owners looking for a safe place to house their furry friend. BBB receives hundreds of complaints from consumers every year about boarding facilities, also known as kennels. Complaints allege problems with billing, as well as concerns about the treatment of their pet. Some owners allege their pets came back from the kennel severely dehydrated, malnourished or covered with fleas, ticks and even maggots. A few even allege their pet became extremely ill from their brief stay at certain kennels.

06/13/2012

Don’t Let the Summer Heat Burn a Hole in Your Wallet

It’s summer time in Texas, which means consumers are kicking their AC’s into high gear to stay cool from the heat. To help keep energy costs down, Better Business Bureau recommends consumers stay up-to-date on the latest energy efficient systems, service their AC unit yearly and follow simple do-it-yourself methods.

06/06/2012

BBB’s Common Summer Travel Tricks

As families, students and friends gear up for their summer travel plans, Better Business Bureau warns of the following scams and travel headaches that could potentially plague consumers this summer:

05/14/2012

Don’t be Pestered with Pests this Summer

As temperatures start to warm up, bugs and other pests will attempt to seek shelter in homes and office buildings. Better Business Bureau reports an increase in inquiries for pest control services during the months of May, June and July. So when the pest control job gets too big for a flyswatter, mousetrap or do-it-yourself spray, it could be time to call in a professional.

04/03/2012

Be Cool: Have Your AC Serviced Once a Year

As the temperature slowly starts to climb and the Texas heat looms overhead, Better Business Bureau reminds consumers of the importance of having their air conditioner serviced. Waiting until the temperature has reached the 100-degree mark only to find out the AC is not working properly can lead to much frustration and wasted money.

03/27/2012

How to Find the Right Summer Camp Program for Your Child

According to the American Camp Association, more than 12,000 day and resident camps exist in the U.S., and more than 11 million children and adults attend camp each year. When it comes time to choose that perfect camp for your child, how do you choose? Better Business Bureau advises taking the time to look beyond brochures and website pictures before making a decision.

03/27/2012

Cómo encontrar el programa de campamento de verano para su hijo

De acuerdo con la Asociación de Campamentos Americanos, hay más de doce mil campos en operación dentro de los Estados Unidos. Más de once millones de niños y adultos participen en el campamento cada año. Cuando llega el momento para elegir ese campo perfecto para su hijo, ¿cómo elegir? El Better Business Bureau aconseja antes de tomar una decisión, tome tiempo para mirar fuera de folletos y cada página web.

07/28/2011

Talent and Modeling Searches are Often Here Today, Gone Tomorrow

The summer months are a popular time for talent and modeling search promotion companies to solicit local events through radio and direct mail advertising. With many children home from school, Better Business Bureau warns not all modeling and talent searches deliver on promises of fame and fortune.

07/08/2011

Don’t let AC repairs leave you sweating for cash

With temperatures hovering in the 100s, going without air conditioning during a Texas summer is not a favorable option. However, rushing to find an AC contractor can burn a hole in your wallet instead of keeping you cool. BBB finds that now is the time consumers are most in need of reputable AC contractors.

06/24/2011

Don’t Be Fooled by High Pressure Door-to-Door Sales this Summer

Summer is here and BBB warns that consumers could be visited by salespeople who may turn up the heat with high pressure sales tactics and misleading offers.

05/20/2011

BBB Warns Consumers to Hire Lawn Care Companies Carefully

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.

03/22/2011

BBB Offers Summer Camp Search Tips

According to the American Camp Association, more than 11 million children and adults attend day and resident camps every year. As deadlines to register for summer camps are now approaching, BBB advises taking the time to look beyond brochures and website pictures before making a decision.

06/28/2010

Holiday Weekend Travelers: Keep Credit Cards Safe on Vacation

According to a 2009 Javelin Strategy and Research study, 43% of all fraud cases were due to lost or stolen checkbooks, debit cards and credit cards. BBB advises summer travelers to take extra precautions to keep credit cards safe and avoid unauthorized charges.


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