Bogus Workmen Operating In The Highlands

20th October 2024

Police in the Highlands are receiving increased reports of Bogus Workmen operating in the area. These individuals are offering to resurface driveways, replace roof tiles, fix guttering, along with a host of other general maintenance work.



Bogus Workmen are typically Individuals who carry out work, often unnecessarily, which is of a substandard quality, charging an excessive fee. This includes individuals who obtain a deposit for material for work they do not thereafter undertake.



Never feel pressured to pay for a service, or agree to immediate work and do not pay cash in advance.

Ask to see identification, and also advise them that you are going to do some research and/or speak to friend's and family members for advice.

Use a door chain if you have one and also think about installing cctv or a ring camera door bell.

Always report what you think is suspicious behaviour, call 101 in a non-emergency, 999 in an emergency or contact Crimestoppers who are independent of the Police on 0800 555 111.

Issued by By Police Scotland and Neighbourhood Watch.