10/14/2026
After a storm passes, scammers are just getting started! ๐ง๏ธ Beware of home repair, contractor, and insurance scams and fraud after a natural disaster. Scammers try to take advantage of homeowners after a storm and offer "quick" repairs or pretend to offer government assistance. Here are some red flags to look out for:
๐ฉ Requests for full or large payments upfront before the work begins.
๐ฉPressure to make an immediate decision without written estimates or contracts
๐ฉRefusing to provide references, licensing or proof of insurance.
Don't forget, there are still a few weeks left in the hurricane season! Learn more about red flags in the flyer to stay .