With warm weather-related scams on the rise, Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman today released a guide listing some of the most common summer frauds targeting the state, and offered tips to protect New Yorkers from abuse. A growing problem during summer months, unscrupulous scam artists prey on New Yorkers as they embark on home improvement projects and plan family vacations. Schneiderman asked New Yorkers to notify his office of any summer scams designed to dupe unsuspecting consumers.

“When the weather is warm, unscrupulous scammers prey on homeowners who are looking to improve their property, seniors who are trying to beat the heat, or families looking for a vacation deal. Consumers ought to proceed with caution, particularly when faced with unsolicited offers,” said Schneiderman in a statement. “It’s critical that seasonal scams are reported to the authorities so that we can hold wrongdoers accountable, limit their damage, and protect consumers from abuse.”