Western Isles Trading Standards at Comhairle nan Eilean Siar has been made aware of doorstep sellers currently cold calling in Uist and Benbecula offering jet washing services.
They are reminding island residents to say no to doorstep sellers offering services to people at their homes.
Trading Standards advice is simply never to deal with anyone who cold calls at your door.
In some cases the work door to door sellers provide can be of poor quality and can
be at an over-inflated price.
Many residents display “No uninvited sales people” signage on their property which should be respected. These can be provided upon request.
If you wish to report doorstep sellers or are concerned about elderly relatives or
neighbours please call Trading Standards on 01851 822 694 (please leave a voicemail
with your full name and contact number)or email: ts@cne-siar.gov.uk. Alternatively
call Police Scotland on 101.
Squad of doorstep sellers in Uist sparks Trading Standards warning
12 September 2024