Be careful when seeking contractors for disaster repairs: Don’t be a victim twice when seeking contractor services to rebuild your business or home after a hurricane or other disaster. While most contractors are reputable, hard-working individuals, some people will try to take advantage of disaster victims. Get tips here for choosing a contractor.
Returning to a storm-damaged business or home is bad enough, but don’t be a victim twice when seeking contractor services to rebuild. The Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) warns disaster victims to be careful when seeking a contractor to make repairs. While most contractors are reputable, hard-working individuals, some people will try to take advantage of disaster victims.
To steer clear of unscrupulous contractors, research the contractor before you sign any contracts. Search for them by name on search engines and sites like Home Advisor or Angie’s List where customers rate contractors. Check with your county to see if the contractor is licensed in your area. Some building departments and trade associations keep lists of contractors who work in the community.
It’s best if those needing disaster work look first to licensed local contractors who have done good work for them in the past or ask for their recommendations. Be particularly wary of contractors seeking work by going door to door, handing out flyers or asking for large cash deposits or advance payments in full.
In addition, a wise consumer should:
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