I phone 3gs home button is not working properly

Hi Folks..
From the last few days my I phone 3GS is giving me a hard time.. Its HOME BUTTON is not working properly. Have to press it 2-3 times and have to press it hard to make it work. I am now running 5.1 iOS, it had the same problem with 5.0.1 iOS too. Can you suggest me what to do??? Do i need to take it to the service centre????

I've just noticed this too, after updating my 3GS to iOS 5.1.  It seems to be happening off and on, but it is more of a problem when the phone has set locked and idle for a few minutes.
I usually wake it from sleep with the power button, unlock it, and wait for the ability to use the home button.
It might be worth it to take it to the Genius Bar or at least try to live chat with Apple Customer Service.
I feel your pain.

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