⚠️ Beware Cold Callers Offering Garden Work ⚠️

Afternoon,

We've received reports of residents being approached at their homes by individuals offering garden and property maintenance services.

These cold callers may offer work such as: 

🌳 Tree felling or pruning
🌿 Garden clearance
🚧 New fencing
🏠 Driveway or property repairs

In some cases, residents are pressured into agreeing to work on the spot and are then charged excessive prices for poor quality or unnecessary work.

Please remember:

✅ Don't feel pressured to make an immediate decision.
✅ Obtain several quotes from reputable local businesses.
✅ Ask for references and check reviews where possible.
✅ Be wary of anyone who knocks unexpectedly offering services.
✅ Never hand over cash upfront or agree to "cash in hand" deals without proper receipts or paperwork.
✅ If in doubt, speak to a family member, friend or neighbour before agreeing to any work.

Cold callers often target vulnerable residents, so please check in on elderly relatives, friends and neighbours and share this advice with them.

If you have concerns about suspicious callers in your area, please report them via the appropriate channels.

Stay vigilant and help protect our community.

Think twice before agreeing to work offered by unexpected callers at the door. A reputable trader will understand if you want time to consider their offer and seek other quotes.