Caution, seniors! Craftsman fraud shakes Durmersheim!
Caution, seniors! Craftsman fraud shakes Durmersheim!
On Tuesday, a supposed craftsman visited a senior citizen in Durmersheim and claimed that during his work on the neighboring house, a brick fell from the lady's roof and was now in her rain gutter. A short time later, the self -proclaimed “boss” of the work team appeared to visit the alleged damage. Apparently he even discovered a hole in the attic through which water penetrated. He estimated the cost of removing the damage at 1,500 euros.
After the supposed workers left the house, the senior citizen turned to her family, who then informed the police. However, officials who arrived on site could not find any visible damage to the roof or a water entry. A loss of valuables was also not known. The contact details on the business card of the craftsman's company left turned out to be unable.
important information from the police
- Open the door only to well -known and trustworthy people.
- request the help of neighbors or relatives if they feel unsafe.
- craftsmen should always be ordered in advance or announced by the property management.
- do not sign documents if you feel under pressure.
- Read contracts thoroughly and get advised to see if unclear.
- Make sure that the date is correct on signed contracts; A wrong date can make legal claims more difficult.
- ask for a copy of the contract that includes clear information about the company and contact person.
- agree with neighbors that they support each other when unknown people are at the door.
- compare offers thoroughly and do not allow you to make hasty decisions through time pressure.
- they insist on a fixed price for the service offered.
- always request an invoice and do not let yourself be pushed to pay immediately.
The police have published this information to protect people in similar situations and ensure that they are not victims of fraud or dubious practices. It is of great importance to create a safe environment and protect your own home.
For further information and safety instructions, See the current reporting on www.presseportal.de .
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| Ort | Durmersheim, Deutschland |
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