It's #TrustedTraderWeek, help us fight doorstep crime and rogue traders. Say no to doorstep traders, see if there are any Trading Standards vetted businesses in your area, visit www.trustedtrader.scot
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02.09.2025 14:03 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
10 Years of Edinburgh Trusted Trader 2015 - 2025
June 17th 2025 marks the 10 year anniversary of Edinburgh Trusted Trader.
Happy Birthday Edinburgh Trusted Trader 🎈 🍾 🎂
10 years ago today, the Edinburgh Trusted Trader scheme was launched at the City Chambers. 188,000 work requests later, here's to the next 10 years 👊
www.trustedtrader.scot/news/10-year...
#Edinburgh #TrustedTrader
17.06.2025 10:50 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Minimise your risk, use a Trusted Trader 👷♂️
Vetted by Trading Standards and supported by Police Scotland, visit www.trustedtrader.scot #TrustedTrader #ShutOutScammers
16.06.2025 12:17 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Edinburgh Trusted Trader approaches its 10th birthday
In June 2015, the City of Edinburgh Council launched the Edinburgh Trusted Trader scheme to address a pressing concern
In June 2015, the Edinburgh Trusted Trader scheme was launched. As we approach the 10-year anniversary, we will share some members' case studies, stats and memories.
trustedtrader.scot/news/Edinbur...
#Edinburgh #TrustedTrader
09.06.2025 08:47 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
There’s been a huge increase in roofing scams across Scotland.
We asked a roofer who is part of Scotland’s Approved Trader Directory to answer some FAQs about roofing to help consumers make informed decisions and avoid scams
➡️ www.tsscot.co.uk/wp-content/u... #ShutOutScammers
07.05.2025 11:00 — 👍 2 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
⚠️ Anyone can be a victim of doorstep crime ⚠️
Minimise your risk, use a Trading Standards Trusted Trader
www.trustedtrader.scot #TrustedTrader #ShutOutScammers
03.03.2025 12:44 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Another reason why you should use a Trading Standards Trusted Trader like Trinity Decorating Services 😇
"work was carried out on spec, with no fuss and to a very high standard...a thoroughly professional service"
www.trustedtrader.scot/Edinburgh/Tr...
#Edinburgh #TrustedTrader
18.02.2025 08:53 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Not everything may be as it seems when searching online 😲
So reduce the risk if you need home improvements or a tradesperson across Scotland 😇
www.trustedtrader.scot #TradingStandards #TrustedTrader #ValentinesDay
14.02.2025 09:27 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
There's been a huge rise in locksmith scams, where rogue locksmiths quote one price, then charge hundreds of pounds more once the work has been completed
Find licensed & approved locksmiths at www.locksmiths.co.uk or approvedtrader.scot
Read more➡️ mailchi.mp/2e5f6a603eb0...
03.02.2025 14:01 — 👍 3 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
Beware of Doorstep Traders
Protect yourself from doorstep crime, use a Trusted Trader 👇
Vetted by Trading Standards and supported by Police Scotland, visit www.trustedtrader.scot #TrustedTrader #ShutOutScammers
20.01.2025 11:25 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
"Brian’s can-do attitude and straightforward approach was refreshing and his workmanship could not be faulted"
Another reason to use a vetted Trusted Trader like Brian Ford Tiling👏
www.trustedtrader.scot/EastLothian/...
#EastLothian #TrustedTrader
16.01.2025 09:15 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Long-term Edinburgh Trusted Trader, Balmoral Joinery & Building has recently completed a major project, with another a happy customer, who has also shared some great images of the work done 👏
www.trustedtrader.scot/Edinburgh/Ba...
#Edinburgh #TrustedTrader
11.12.2024 09:57 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
After the recent stormy weather and with a lot of key trades in demand, be on your guard from doorstep and rogue traders ⚠️
www.trustedtrader.scot #TrustedTrader #ShutOutScammers
09.12.2024 09:50 — 👍 1 🔁 3 💬 0 📌 0
Hot water tank replaced and another happy customer for Moray Trusted Trader, Hi-Tech Heating
Hot water tank replaced and another happy customer for Moray Trusted Trader, Hi-Tech Heating 🔥
trustedtrader.scot/Moray/Hi-Tec...
#Moray #TrustedTrader #HeatingEngineer
05.12.2024 09:44 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
⚠️ Anyone can be a victim of doorstep crime ⚠️
Minimise your risk, use a Trading Standards Trusted Trader
www.trustedtrader.scot #TrustedTrader #ShutOutScammers
02.12.2024 08:36 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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