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Posted: 6:56 AM Jun 11, 2007
Last Updated: 6:56 AM Jun 11, 2007

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After last week’s severe storms and tornadoes, the Wisconsin Better Business Bureau is giving a warning to be careful about hiring people for repairs.

The bureau has some tips:

Don't forget to research companies before you hire them.

Beware of price gouging, as some businesses may jack up the price by 500-percent.

Beware of companies who claim your home is structurally unsafe and needs expensive repairs.

Check with your insurance company, and make sure to take pictures and document any repair needs.

The Bureau says you should also compare bids and never pay more than one-third the cost of the repairs before work is complete.

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