Santa Rosa Co Sheriff's Office

Hurricane Season Reminder: Protect Yourself from Contractor Scams

The Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office reminds residents to be cautious of scams following a hurricane or severe storm.

Unfortunately, scammers often take advantage of people trying to repair their homes and recover from storm damage.

Here are a few tips to protect yourself:

Hire only licensed and insured contractors.
Be cautious of unsolicited door-to-door offers and phone calls.

Verify contractor licenses and insurance before agreeing to work.

Read all contracts carefully and never feel pressured to sign.

Contact your insurance company if you have questions about coverage or payment.

Remember, if an offer sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

Suspect fraud? Report it.

Florida Department of Financial Services Fraud Hotline: (800) 378-0445

Florida Insurance Consumer Helpline: (877) 693-5236

Help us spread the word and look out for your neighbors. Taking a few extra precautions can help protect you and your family from becoming victims of fraud.