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Be Aware - Cold Calling Roofers

4/24/2019

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Please be aware! There have been several reports from elderly residents across Kent reporting doorstep criminals cold calling for roofing work. 


What happened:
  • The criminals are pressuring residents into having work done on their roof by claiming urgent repairs need to be carried out.
  • The work is often not needed at all.  
  • In one case the resident was quoted £14,000 for the work which was reduced to £5000 when the resident said they couldn't pay the higher amount. 
  • The resident was told to pay the £5000 in cash and the criminals drove the resident to the bank to withdraw money. 


What to do: 
Reputable traders and contractors do not cold-call for business and they will NEVER ask you to go to the bank or cash point. 
  • ALWAYS refuse on the spot repairs.
  • Don't allow anyone to pressure you into having work done. If you ask them to leave and they don't, contact the police on 999.
  • Use reputable traders who are members of the KCC Trading Standards approved trader scheme, run in partnership with Checkatrade
  • Ask for quotes in writing and check that the trades-person is from the company they claim to be from. 
Warn vulnerable family members, friends and neighbours.
(KCC)

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