LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY)-- Local contractors warn consumers to be cautious when hiring roof contractors during hurricane season, as con-artists will come from out of state to scam you.

Kathryn Mobley, CEO of the Better Business Bureau of Acadiana, said more contractor scams happen during hurricane season.

“A lot of times the scammers really come out because they know it's an emergency," Mobley said. "People are scared. And then you mix fear with things are falling apart and then scams happen more.”

Michael Cicchino, owner of Blue Monkey Roofing, said he's been in the industry for about 10 years and has seen "storm chasers" come from other states, collect your money and leave before doing any work.

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