What should you do before hiring a business?

Before hiring a business, research them. For example, ask for references if you want to hire a home improvement or new home construction contractor.

If possible, visit other sites where they have worked.

Always check that any contractor or professional you hire has an active license. Don't take their word for it. Verify their license yourself.

Read your contract carefully before signing it and understand your rights.

Our Consumer Fact Sheet about contracts in Connecticut (PDF) provides helpful tips and warnings. For more resources, visit our Consumer and Publication pages.