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If you are scammed by a contractor, you can: 

 

• Review the contract

  Understand what was agreed upon to clarify whether the contractor failed to fulfill their obligations. 

   

• Contact your bank

  If you lost money through an unauthorized debit or withdrawal, contact your bank to request a reversal of the transaction. 

   

• Consider legal options

  Depending on the situation, you may want to hire a lawyer or pursue your legal options. 

   

• Consider small claims court

  For disputes and losses under $10,000, you can consider small claims court. 

   

• Check with your local district attorney's office

  Contact the consumer division of your local district attorney's office. 

• Report the scam

  File a complaint with your local law enforcement, the Better Business Bureau, or the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3): 

   

  • Local law enforcement: Contact your local sheriff or police department if a crime is in progress. 
     
  • Better Business Bureau: Visit the BBB Scam Tracker to research and report scams. 
     
  • FBI's IC3: Report the scam to ic3.gov. 
     
• Document your interactions

  Gather all relevant documentation, including contracts, receipts, and any correspondence with the contractor.