We have been made aware that possible Rogue Traders are cold calling in the Coulsdon area, knocking on doors and handing out leaflets regarding paving.
Please DO NOT engage or use the services of anyone who cold calls at your door asking if you want work done.
If you require a trader, please look at the following Approved Trader Schemes:
Trust Mark – www.trustmark.org.uk/find-a-tradesman – 0333 555 1234
Buy With Confidence – www.buywithconfidence.gov.uk – 01392 383 430
Which? Trusted Traders – http://trustedtraders.which.co.uk/ – 0117 405 4689
For further information please see the Croydon Trading Standards web link below:
https://www.croydon.gov.uk/advice/tstandards/busadvice/taschemes
ALWAYS get several quotes in writing from several traders before having any work done. Ensure it includes a breakdown of costs of labour and materials before having any work done.
Ensure you have time to think about the quote before you allow them to start any work.
If you have been scammed or duped into contracting with a business or a trader, please report to Citizens Advice Consumer Advice Line on 0808 223 1133 or go to the following website to report online:
https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/consumer/get-more-help/if-you-need-more-help-about-a-consumer-issue/