BBB Warns Chattanooga Residents of Fake Home Warranty Letters

Chattanooga, TN, September 19, 2026 —

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) has issued a warning to residents of Chattanooga, urging them to exercise caution regarding unsolicited mail, specifically focusing on letters purporting to be from home warranty companies.

Consumers are advised to be vigilant for solicitations that may appear to be legitimate offers for home warranty services but are in fact fraudulent. These scams often aim to deceive homeowners into purchasing worthless or non-existent coverage, or to harvest personal information for identity theft.

The BBB’s alert serves as a general reminder to the public about potential risks associated with unsolicited correspondence. While the specific details of the deceptive letters, such as the names of the entities involved or the exact wording used, were not provided in the announcement, the advisory highlights the importance of scrutinizing such communications.

Homeowners who receive suspicious mail concerning home warranties are encouraged by the BBB to take several precautionary steps. These may include:

• Verifying the sender’s identity: Contact the purported company directly using contact information found independently, not from the suspicious letter itself.
• Researching the company: Check with the BBB and other consumer protection agencies for reviews and complaints.
• Reading the fine print: Carefully review any terms, conditions, coverage limitations, and renewal policies before agreeing to any service.
• Protecting personal information: Avoid sharing sensitive data like Social Security numbers, bank account details, or credit card information unless the legitimacy of the offer is absolutely confirmed.

The BBB recommends that residents who believe they have been targeted by or have fallen victim to such a scam should report it to the BBB and relevant consumer protection authorities. This helps in tracking fraudulent activities and warning others.

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