what is contractor fraud?

Contractor fraud is when a person or company misleads customers regarding services they can perform or their identity, to make money. It often involves breaking promises, doing poor-quality work on purpose, or being very careless. Contractor fraud is illegal and can lead to costly repairs and financial loss for homeowners.

When to Report 

• Unlicensed Activity:

• Poor Workmanship or Failure to Complete Work

• Fraudulent Practices:

  1. •  This includes misrepresenting work, demanding excessive down payments

• Labor Law Violations: 

• Unsafe Working Conditions: 

• Criminal Activity: For serious offenses like embezzlement or theft

Who to contact 

1. Contractor State Licensing Board Contact (CSLB):

   • Contact CSLB: Submit a written complaint to the CSLB, providing all gathered evidence. You can find complaint forms and information on their website or by calling 1-800-321-CSLB (2752).

2. Contact Local Law Enforcement: For criminal activities, file a police report.

3. Consider Civil Action: For issues like recovering money paid, you might need to pursue a civil action, like small claims court.