Illinois residents impacted by disaster need to be on alert for home repair con artists looking to exploit homeowners and local businesses that need repairs due to weather-related damage. The following resources can help you flag potential scams and ensure you are protected from potential fraud:

• Home Repair Brochure  (en Español)

• Home Repair Rights fact Sheet 

• Home Repair Checklist

• Home Repair Fraud Fact Sheet 

• How to Choose a Contractor 

In addition, the following documents may help answer your questions concerning the recovery process and potential identity theft:

• Identity Theft Brochure    (en Español)

• Defending Yourself Against Identity Theives

• Placing a Security Freeze on Your Credit Report 

• Breach Notification

• Credit Reporting

• Debt Collection

• ID Theft Affidavit and Instructions

If you believe you’ve been a victim of a fraud or a scam, please submit a complaint to the Attorney General’s office:

• Submit a Consumer Complaint

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