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ST. LOUIS – The first day of spring is Saturday and it can be the busiest time of year for lawn and landscape specialists. But before hiring a service, the Better Business Bureau wants you to do your research.

Last year the BBB received 5,000 complaints against lawn care companies.

Chris Thetford with the BBB joined us to discuss the scams.