Flood Victims Beware of Bogus Traders.
August 6, 2007 12:05 PM
Local Lib-Dem Councillors have warned the victims of the summer floods to beware of unscrupulous rogue traders and cowboy builders looking to exploit the damage and devastation caused.
Councillor Eithne Goode said, "Bogus traders have already been found operating in flood-affected areas. The fraudsters have offered a range of services including tree chopping, garden clearance, guttering, tarmacing and roof cleaning."
The Local Government Association have urged people to be vigilant and follow five simple steps to avoid being caught out:
- Ask for identification - genuine traders will carry ID
- Always make sure you get a written quote for any work to be carried out
- Only pay after the work has been completed
- Check your chosen trader is approved by your insurance company
- Contact your local trading standards office for guidance
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