‘Scammers are everywhere’: NC Insurance Commissioner warns as homeowners look to repair damage from Hurricane Helene [Video]

RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) — As homeowners across North Carolina begin the process of rebuilding their property damaged by Hurricane Helene, state officials are issuing warnings about potential scammers.

After a storm, especially like a tornado that caused so much damage in Rocky Mount and the devastation in the western part of the state, it brings contractors from all over, many who don’t even live in the state or have a history of doing work in the state.

“Scammers are everywhere. It happens after every storm, whether it’s a tornado or hurricane or flood waters, you name it,” North Carolina Commissioner of Insurance Mike Causey said.

Before hiring anyone, contact your insurance company and do your research.

“Any sort of damage you have these folks that are insurance fraud artists, and they go door to door and they offer people a free roof or they offer to repair the storm damage. And a lot of times they’re just looking to get some quick money and they get …