🚨 Rogue Traders: Don't Get Caught Out 🚨

Kent Police is reminding residents to stay vigilant and protect themselves from rogue traders who may target households with offers of cheap, urgent, or unsolicited home repairs. Information from Kent Trading Standards highlights that rogue traders often use pressure tactics, charge excessive prices, and carry out poor-quality or unnecessary work.

✅ Research companies and compare quotes before agreeing to any work.
✅ Be cautious of cold callers and unsolicited leaflets through your door.
✅ Always ask for identification, references, and a written quote.
✅ Avoid paying money upfront or in cash where possible.
✅ Trust your instincts. If something doesn't feel right, stop and seek advice before proceeding.

If you believe you have been targeted by a rogue trader, report it to Kent Police. If fraud has occurred, you can also report it to Action Fraud, the UK's national fraud and cybercrime reporting centre.

For trusted home improvement businesses, visit the Kent Trading Standards Checked scheme: tschecked.kent.gov.uk.

Please share this advice with friends, relatives, neighbours, and anyone who may be vulnerable to doorstep crime.

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