Doorstep Scams and Rogue Traders: Staying Safe at Home

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About Course

Some people who knock on the door offering urgent repairs or bargains are criminals. This course explains the tricks rogue traders use, the warning signs, and the simple rule that keeps you safe: say no, close the door, and call someone you trust.

Tutwoo is an independent learning provider. This course gives general information from official guidance and is not legal, financial or medical advice.

© 2026 Tutwoo UK Limited. This course was created in-house by Tutwoo and is our original work. It is for your own learning only: please do not copy, share, record or resell it.

What Will You Learn?

  • Recognise rogue trader tricks such as "urgent" roof or driveway work
  • Spot the warning signs, including demands for money upfront
  • Know the safe response: you do not have to open the door or agree to anything
  • Know who to call for help and how to get a No Cold Calling sticker

Course Content

Course Lessons

  • What rogue traders do
  • The warning signs
  • What to do – and who to call

Sources & Further Reading
The official guidance this course is based on.

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