Property damage can bring in fraudulent companies--be careful! Photo by Jane Garnett

BBB Advice – BEWARE STORM CHASERS!

BBB Serving Western VA urges consumer to be cautious choosing contractors for storm damages efforts.

As thousands of people clean up after last week’s storms, storm chasers, or people who are looking to prey on those affected by the storm, are working to clean out your wallet.

Thousands of consumers across our 32 county serving area are dealing with everything from damaged roofs to downed trees. With all this work to do, there are people hoping to profit.

“Unfortunately, the aftermath of a crisis brings out contractors who take advantage of those who have already been victimized,” says Julie Wheeler, President & CEO of BBB Serving Western VA. “Whether its roof repair/replacement or you have downed trees to be rid of, you need to take certain precautions when it comes to hiring a contractor.”

For More Information please visit our website at: http://vawest.bbb.org/article/BBB-Advice—BEWARE-STORM-CHASERS-35265

–Faye Sensabaugh