Consumer News and Alerts (Archive)
Commission on Common Ownership Communities Releases Updated Manual and Resource Guide 11/29/11
The updated manual contains information on a variety of topics, including annual and special meetings, employee hiring and firing, capital replacement reserves, storm water management, setting and collecting assessments and financing. Read Press Release
Office of Consumer Protection Looking for Input Regarding Inspection of Gas Appliances 11/08/11
Montgomery County's Advisory Committee on Consumer Protection is soliciting comments from all stakeholders regarding the installation and inspection of gas appliances. Read Press Release
Report: Some Retailers Failing to Ensure Inspections of Gas Appliances 10/09/11
At least three major retailers in Montgomery County have not ensured that legally required follow-up inspections performed on gas appliances the stores have sold, according to a report by county officials. Read Washington Post Article
Montgomery County's Commission on Common Ownership Communities to Hold Annual Forum 10/06/11
Montgomery County Commission on Common Ownership Communities held its annual forum titled "Money, Money, Money - Best Practices for Your HOA, Condo or Co-op in Today's Economy." Read Press Release
Gas Appliances Could Put Family in Danger 10/06/11
Water Heater Investigation 10/04/11
News4 Cash Register Confusion 09/19/11
Office of Consumer Protection Advises Homeowners to Use Only Licensed Contractors for Home Repairs 08/30/11
The Montgomery County Office of Consumer Protection (OCP) warns county residents to be cautious when hiring contractors to repair damage caused by inclement weather and advises consumers to do their homework before signing a contract for any home repair or improvement, or tree service work. Read Press Release
Consumer Protect Co-Sponsors Forum with Congressman Chris Van Hollen 05/09/11
Montgomery County Office of Consumer Protection is co-hosting a public form with Congressman Chris Van Hollen titled, "Your Money Matters: Financial Consumer Protection for Today's Economy.Read Press Release
County Takes Legal Action Against Plumbing Firm 02/07/11
The Montgomery County Office of Consumer Protection (OCP) has filed a lawsuite against All State Plumbing, Heating & Cooling, Inc. and its master plumber Wayne E. Garritty, for charging extra for permit fees but failing to obtain permits and inspections when installing hot water heaters. Read Press Release For press release in Spanish, click here.
Consumers in Montgomery County Have Team of Determined Volunteers on their Side 02/07/11
Montgomery County Office of Consumer Protection volunteers help investigators build a case against All State Plumbing, Heating & Cooling, Inc. Read Washington Post Article
County Extends Online Survey to February 7 for Residents, Businesses to Provide Feedback on Pepco's Service 01/13/11
The deadline for the online Pepco feedback survey conducted by the Pepco Work Group appointed by County Executive Ike Legett has been extended through February 7. Read Press Release
Fox TV News: Ticket Scams 11/03/10