Consumer Education Series

CSLB provides key topic articles for reprint as part of its consumer protection mission. Included are consumer safety tips and important preliminary steps to take when seeking a qualified contractor, as well as how to watch out for contracting scams.

• Avoid Home Repair Scams


• Don't Be Fooled by Contractor Scams


• Gardener or Landscaper - What's the Difference?


• Keep the Cost of Going Green within Your Budget


• Nailing Down Home Improvement Contracts


• Who's That Knocking at Your Door? - Home Improvement Salesperson