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Should I be suspicious?

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jusnoneed Tue 27-Feb-18 12:51:29

I have had calls from them before, sure they are just trying to sell windows.
Told them I couldn't afford whatever they were selling and not interested in their so called survey.

Oopsadaisy12 Tue 27-Feb-18 12:50:59

Having said that, there are Heat Asessment Companies who will come out and give you a free quote if you contact them.
The difference is that they don’t cold call you.

Melanie61 Tue 27-Feb-18 12:50:45

My husband works for a window company.
This is totally made up . There is no government scheme at all.
I'm not saying he is trying a scam but it is a way of giving you a quote for new windows.

Oopsadaisy12 Tue 27-Feb-18 12:48:48

Stay untrusting oldwoman, and you’ll stay safe.
I only deal with letters that come through the post, at least I can verify them.

Oldwoman70 Tue 27-Feb-18 12:46:54

Just had a phone call from someone calling himself Jack. His company are carrying out a "Heat Loss Assessment" in my area and there are grants available to upgrade. He made it sound like it was an official government initiative. He then went on to ask my age, whether I was the owner and if I lived alone. The assessment would mean his company coming to my house and testing the double glazing. I told him I have never heard of the Heat Loss Assessment, refused to answer his questions and hung up. Anyone else received a phone call like this? Is it genuine? Am I becoming too untrusting as I get older?