Storm Doris – Solihull Trading Standards issue warning

Solihull residents are being warned not to use ‘cowboy builders’ or rogue traders to repair or clean up after any damage caused by Storm Doris on Thursday 23rd February.

Trading Standards officers at Solihull Council are issuing the advice after high winds worked their way through the borough yesterday – bringing down fences, trees and damaging roofs.

There is concern that dishonest traders will take advantage of the situation to ‘rip off’ vulnerable residents.

A spokesperson for Solihull Trading Standards said: “We would advise residents to look out for vulnerable family members, friends and neighbours who can easily fall victim to rogue trader tactics.

“Traders who knock on your door or only leave you a mobile number may not have a permanent address and you will not be able to contact them if problems arise.

“Trading Standards advise people to speak to their insurance companies before engaging anyone to carry out repair work and to approach businesses approved by the insurers.”

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