Attorney General Issues Warning About

Repair Scams Following Snowstorm

HARTFORD — Attorney General George Jepsen is warning Connecticut residents to be on alert for tree removal, power restoration, or other repair scams in areas where heavy damage resulted from the October 29–30 snowstorm.

The attorney general and the state Department of Consumer Protection both advise Connecticut residents to hire only contractors licensed by the state to repair damage to their homes and property. Consumers should always verify the registration and insurance of any individual or company before allowing them to work on their property.

The attorney general further cautioned consumers against purchasing electrical generations from unlicensed retailers, sometimes from the backs of trucks.

“Given the serious risks posed by a damaged or defective generator, consumers should be sure purchase them from a reputable business,” he said. “Consumers should always confirm that any generator they purchase is suitable for their home and is connected and working properly.”

Suspected scams can be reported to the Office of the Attorney General at attorney.general@ct.gov or to the Department of Consumer Protection’s Hotline at 800-842 2649 during business hours and at 860-713-6160 after hours and on the weekend.