Disaster Response Experts Are Warning Against Unqualified Contractors

4/27/2021 (Permalink)

Storm Damage In Valdosta Can Bring Out Fake Contractors, Stick With The Professionals At SERVPRO of Valdosta

After serious storms have passed there can be a new threat to be concerned about according to the Federal Emergency Management Agency. They recently warned about attempts to scam residents can be made over the phone, by mail or email, through the internet or in person. It is important to remain alert. Con artists are creative and resourceful. If an offer sounds too good to be true, it should be questioned.

The demand for contractors to repair or replace damaged homes after a storm is high. Unqualified contractors may try to take advantage of the situation to scam homeowners. As insurance settlements, grants and loans put homeowners in a position to pay for work on their homes, they need to be sure the people they hire are authorized to do the work, will complete it and will do the work correctly.

FEMA Recommends looking out for these warning signs

Door-To -Door Solicitations

High Pressure Sales or Scare Tactics

Demand for Cash, Unusually Large Down

Payments or Advanced Full Payment

Special Deals or Extremely Low Bids

Verbal Agreements, No Written Contract

Out of State, No Permanent Place of Business, No Insurance

Inadequate References

So Where Can People With Damage Turn For Help?

SERVPRO of Valdosta is locally owned and operated. Flooding and water emergencies don’t wait for regular business hours and neither do we. SERVPRO of Valdosta provides emergency cleaning and restoration services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week—including all holidays.

SERVPRO of SERVPRO of Valdosta is an IICRC firm. The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) creates the standards for the restoration industry and provides training and certification to restoration companies.

SERVPRO of Valdosta Is Ready To Help

If you have storm, fire or water damage make sure you hire a company that will help. SERVPRO of Valdosta will be there for you and your family. We have the experience, training and equipment to take care of damage in your home or business. If you have questions call SERVPRO of Valdosta today (229) 244-1466.