Officers say they have seen a large increase in the number of rogue traders operating in the county.
Firms that have been vetted are listed on the 'buy with confidence' section of Cornwall Council's websiteTrading Standards officers said they have seen a spike in the number of rogue traders claiming to be local and giving false addresses.
Advice from Trading Standards is to secure a detailed, written quote and check whether the firm has been vetted on Cornwall Council's website.
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