⚠️ Rogue Traders Operating in Rural Herefordshire Villages

We’ve received reports of rogue traders targeting rural villages in the Herefordshire area. A recent incident occurred in Moreton-on-Lugg, where individuals approached residents offering repair work and then overcharged for poor-quality or unnecessary services. Please remain vigilant and share this information with friends, family, and neighbours.

🔍 What Are Rogue Traders?

Rogue traders are individuals or groups who pose as legitimate tradespeople but exploit homeowners, often targeting the elderly or vulnerable. They may:

⚠️ Offer urgent repairs that aren’t needed.

⚠️ Start work without proper agreements.

⚠️ Demand inflated payments or cash upfront.

⚠️ Pressure you into making quick decisions.

🎯 How They Prey on Vulnerable People

These criminals often:

⚠️ Use high-pressure tactics to create fear or urgency.

⚠️ Exploit trust and isolation.

⚠️ Offer “cheap” deals that quickly escalate in cost.

🕵️ How to Spot a Rogue Trader

⚠️ Unsolicited visits offering work.

⚠️ No written quote or contract.

⚠️ Refusal to provide ID or company details.

⚠️ Insistence on cash payments.

⚠️ Poor-quality tools or unmarked vehicles.

✅ What Should You Do?

👍 Say NO to doorstep offers.

👍 Check credentials—use trusted directories like Checkatrade or TrustMark.

👍 Never pay upfront for work.

👍 Report suspicious activity to 101 or Action Fraud.

🔒 Home Security Advice

✅ Keep doors locked when answering.

✅ Use a door chain or spy hole.

✅ Don’t let strangers inside.

✅ If in doubt, close the door and call a trusted person.

✅ Consider installing CCTV or video doorbells for extra security.

📞If you feel unsafe or in danger, call Police on 999

✅ Please share this post to help protect our community. If you or someone you know has been approached by rogue traders, report it immediately.