POLICE have issued a warning over bogus traders operating in the Warrington area, charging alarming rates for uncompleted work.
Local officers say they have had reports of workmen knocking on doors asking to do work on homes such as gutters, roofing and garden maintenance.
Several of these jobs have not been completed and the so-called workmen are then asking for alarming amounts of money to finish jobs and then not returning.
A Police spokesperson said: “If you need any work doing in your homes please use a recommended trader wherever possible
“Always try and get several quotes for a job and never pay upfront without work being completed.
“The traders will normally target vulnerable or elderly residents so look out for your neighbours. If you see anything that looks suspicious please call 101 and report it , any vehicle registrations and descriptions are always helpful.
“We know that we have a lot of legitimate people carrying out work in the area however sadly these people ruin it for them. Please report an suspicious activity.
