Tthe Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner is warning that contractors are trying to take advantage of wildfire victims by posing as insurance company representatives and asking residents to sign a work authorization for restoration and repair. A victim told the commissioner’s office a contractor inflated a cleaning bill by $15,000 and the consumer may be stuck with the bill. Never sign any agreement without contacting your insurance company first. Also confirm your insurance adjuster is licensed on the commissioner’s website.