02/07/2026
Hi everyone 👋 (Rant alert!!)
We are becoming increasingly fed up of seeing individuals being conned into work that either doesn't need to done to their property and being horrendously over charged or these so called "Tradesman" running of with their money 😡
So heres some tips on how to deal with these doorstep criminals and how to spot them -
Home improvement scams and rogue traders continue to cost homeowners thousands of pounds every year. Before agreeing to any work, here are a few simple tips recommended by Trading Standards:
✅ Always get a written quotation (at least 3 quotes)
✅️ If the price seems to good to be true, it more than likely is.
✅ Never feel pressured into making an immediate decision.
✅️ If the individual(s) become aggressive or refuse to leave, please call the police and report any details you may have gathered to Trading Standards directly (photo's, vehicle registration number, any names or company mentioned)
✅ Be cautious of cold callers offering "leftover materials" or claiming urgent repairs are needed. (Reputable businesses don't usually cold call)
✅ Check that your chosen contractor is fully insured and has genuine customer reviews (there are individuals who sell reviews for google, facebook etc)
✅ Use a trader who has been independently vetted by Trading Standards or Which trusted traders.
As a Trading Standards Accredited business, we are committed to helping our community stay safe and provide a service that can be trusted! We are personally aware of a few Rogue Traders currently operating in the Tunbridge Wells, Crowborough & Sevenoaks area's.
Stay safe guys!
