State warns against contractor scams after severe storms hit Wisconsin

By: Henry Redman

Outlets: Wisconsin Examiner

Published: April 15, 2026

Words: 235

Last Updated: 2 months, 2 weeks ago

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The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection has warned that the severe storms that brought tornadoes, high winds, flooding and hail to Wisconsin Tuesday evening could inspire “storm chasers” to come to the state to scam homeowners seeking repairs.

DATCP said in a news release Wednesday that door-to-door repair crews travel to communities hit by severe weather, offering quick fixes only to do poor quality work or take money up front and …

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