CLOCH Housing Association is urging residents to be on their guard against bogus callers.
The association is advising people that if they are not expecting people for a product or a service not to let them into their house and if they are really unsure not to open their door.
The post said: "All our staff and contractors carry ID with them. If anyone is in doubt they should call our customer team on 783637."
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