ADVICE on dealing with rogue traders and bogus callers has been issued by the police.

Working alongside Lancashire County Council, the organisations have issued advice on not letting rogue traders take advantage of people or pressure them into agreeing to work.

A police spokesman said any sort of house or renovation work should not be agreed upon as a result of a cold call.

He said: "Don't make snap decisions and don't be pressurised into having the job done.

"If you think work needs doing to your home, get quotes from two or three traders. Ask friends and relatives to recommend a reputable business.

"Ask for the full name and address from a trader, never rely solely on a mobile phone number.

"Ask for a written quotation detailing all the proposed work and a final price for the job.

"Only pay once the work is completed to your satisfaction.

"Don't pay cash as this is an indication that you may have more cash on the premises.

"Check the identity of all callers to your home.

"Ask for photo identification even if the caller claims to be from a utility company, the police or local authority.

"Check it carefully with the telephone number in the phone book, not the number on the ID.

"Do not keep cash in your home no matter how well you think it is hidden.

"Please share this information with anyone who you feel may not be on social media but could become the target of this kind of crime."