A hard hat sitting on top of a pile of money, a hammer and some work gloves. It's imperative homeowners are proactive in the aftermath of a catastrophic event in order to make themselves less vulnerable to contractor scams. (Photo: MargJohnsonVA/Adobe Stock)

There were 28 separate billion-dollar climate catastrophes in the United States in 2023, and 2024 is already shaping up to be an active year for severe weather. In the wake of these events, those affected are left vulnerable to shady contractors as they recover and rebuild their lives.

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Brittney Meredith-Miller

Brittney Meredith-Miller is assistant editor of PropertyCasualty360.com. She can be reached at [email protected].

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