Amid flooding throughout Missouri, Attorney General Chris Koster is warning consumers of potential price gouging and other storm-chasing scams.
In a statement, Koster encouraged anyone with flood or other storm-related property damage to be “alert for sammers who follow weather disasters and prey on consumers needing repair or cleanup work.”
He said these scammers typically go door-to-door and use high-pressure sales tactics when offering repair or cleanup services. He adds these people may arrive from out-of-state and be unable to show local references or prove they are locally bonded or licensed.
Additionally, Koster warned of potential price gouging during emergencies for necessities like water, food, gasoline, and cleanup equipment. The practice is illegal in the state of Missouri.
The attorney general’s office offered these tips for consumers to avoid falling victim to such scams.