Citizens Advice warns of rising bogus roofing scam
Citizens Advice says fake roofers are its most common scam reported, with more people targeted. Criminals knock on doors claiming a loose tile, then push unnecessary and costly gutter work.
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What happened
Citizens Advice has warned that a roofing scam is its most common scam and that a growing number of people are being targeted. Criminals posing as roofers call at doors, saying they spotted a loose tile. They then claim gutter problems need costly PVC trays.
Why it matters
The report says more people are being targeted, and the scam involves victims paying for work that is not needed or not done.
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