In the midst of a damp autumn, calls like these often target those worried about home issues. These appear to be scam attempts posing as housing repair services, probing for details on problems like mould or damp to exploit vulnerabilities. Callers hang up when questioned, a classic evasion tactic. Hang up immediately if you receive such unsolicited calls—never share personal or property info. Report to Action Fraud and consider registering with the Telephone Preference Service to cut down on nuisances. Block the number on your phone for peace of mind, and stay vigilant against these phishing ploys that could lead to bigger troubles.
They wanted to chat about my housing problems, but I wasn’t having it, mate.
They pitched a damp‑and‑mould housing scam and hung up as soon as I challenged them.
They pretended to be from a housing repair service, asked about my issue, then cut off when I pressed for their location.
Another similar call trying to fish out business information about mould.
