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We at North Wales Police hope you are all ok following the recent storms.
Please don't fall foul of rogue traders taking advantage of
potential damage that may have been caused to your property.
Opportunist criminals are known to target people following
events like this, convincing property owners that urgent work is needed on
their property to prevent further damage.
They may offer to go onto your roof for you and following
inspection tell you that serious damage has occurred and you need to act
immediately to prevent further damage. They are aware their claims
won't be clarified as most people will not be able to go up on their roof
to inspect themselves, and if not using proper equipment can actually
damage a good roof by climbing on it.
If you believe that damage has been caused to your property
please use reputable, qualified tradesmen, get three quotes and remember
reputable tradesmen don't cold call for business as they are usually
very busy.
Never feel pressured into having the work carried out there
and then, most insurance companies will cover damage with a smaller excess
than rogue traders will charge. Often they will increase prices midway
through their work as further damage is uncovered. The majority of
work will not be necessary there and then, rogue traders are professional
businessmen their aim to get as much money out of you, they will use a lot
of tricks to do this. Never pay by cash.
Please share this message with your friends, family and
neighbours and report any suspicious activity in your area.
More crime prevention information can be found on the North
Wales Police website by using this link
Crime
prevention advice | North Wales Police
Alternatively you can contact your local trading standards
department who will have a list of qualified trusted local tradesmen and
women.
Stay safe
Sgt Sue Carrington
Eastern Area Prevent Hub. | 
