Cold calling
Say NO to anyone who turns up at your home uninvited.
Rogue builders and gardeners trick people into paying high prices for unnecessary or shoddy work.
Beware cold callers selling vitamin and herbal remedies. These callers often pretend to have contacted your doctor and may ask about your health issues. If in doubt, talk to your doctor or social worker.
- If unsure, don't answer the door. A genuine caller will make an appointment with you before turning up.
- Ask traders for their ID.
- Don't keep large sums of money at home.
- Don't buy goods or services at the door, even if a trader tells you work needs to be done urgently.
Call the police on 101 if callers won't leave.